Critical Animal Studies
Sociology · 3 hrs Lecture
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Description
This course offers a critical analysis of the exploitation of animals in the context of global capitalism and environmental destruction. Current developments within the field of critical animal studies are shifting the ways that humans view issues such as the captivity of animals and their use in food production. Critical animal studies calls for a change in the way we conceptualize and act towards animals, moving animals from the margins to the center of scholarship, and advocating for animal rights. Students may also be interested in SOC-3401, which covers different material.
Requisite courses
SOC-1100 or SOC-1101 or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].
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