SOC 606 Theory and Research on Men in Society
In this course the student is introduced to a sociological analysis of masculinity. Historical and cross-cultural comparisons of masculinity will illuminate the diversity and changing nature of masculinity. The course provides tools for an ongoing process of observation, understanding, and analysis of gender relationships in societies, organizations and small groups with a focus on men. Some of the topics that will be covered include masculinity across cultures, boyhood, men in family and work; men in relationships, male sexualties, masculinity in the media and popular culture, violence and masculinity, men, masculinity and sport. Students will be exposed to a variety of conceptual frameworks on the topic of gender and masculinity. Tools for doing empirical work on a special topic of interest to the student will also be provided.