GSS 240 - Queer Theology

This course explores the intersections of queer theory and theological studies. Students will read foundational works in queer theology that engage queerness, transness, gender, sex, and sexuality alongside core questions of theology and religion. In doing so, the course examines the relationship between queerness and religion exposing the tensions and generative possibilities. The second half turns to public figures who have navigated queer and religious identity, reading their own writings alongside scholarly analyses of their lives and work. Students will put theory into practice through their analysis.

Satisfies Gender and Sexuality Studies major and minor requirement.
Satisfies Philosophical and Religious Perspectives requirement.
Satisfies Justice, Equality, and Community requirement.