AMST 103American Masculinities

3 credits · American Studies · Penn State

Introduction to aspects of masculinities and manhood in America. This course examines aspects of masculinities and manhood in America from a variety of perspectives. It views American manhood through the lens of gender, and presents ideas on the ways that issues of masculinity and sexuality enter, or have entered, discourses of politics, literature, and medicine, among others. It takes up discussion of the varieties of masculinities in American experience across historical periods, regions, racial groups, and ethnicities. Students will view these forms of masculinities in different media, including film, art, folklore, media, advertising, and literature.