Studies in American Literature (378-0-20)
Topic
Racial Sensations
Instructors
Lauren Michele Jackson
Meeting Info
University Hall 112: Mon, Wed 3:30PM - 4:50PM
Overview of class
This course examines the relation between race and feeling. In what way do certain emotions stick to some bodies and not others, and how can this help us account for structures of privilege and power in the U.S.? How have writers and artists thought of race on emotional terms—how does it, indeed, feel to be a problem?
Teaching Method
Lecture-discussion.
Evaluation Method
Reading responses, midterm, final paper.
Class Attributes
Literature & Fine Arts Distro Area
SDG Reduced Inequality
SDG Peace & Justice
SDG Gender Equality