AA-T Social Justice Studies - LGBTQ Studies

Course Overview Social Justice Studies provides an interdisciplinary framework for analyzing systemic inequalities and advocating for a more equitable society. The course employs intersectional analysis to examine how race, gender, sexuality, and class shape experiences of power and privilege. Students will learn to deconstruct social injustices and evaluate policies through collaborative, community-engaged scholarship. Key Program Highlights Examines systemic injustices like racism, sexism, and homophobia through an intersectional lens Focuses on the rich scholarly and activist traditions within Chicana/o/x, Latina/o/x, and Indigenous cultures Utilizes interdisciplinary approaches to challenge perceptions of law, pedagogy, economics, and government Explores social policies aimed at alleviating inequality and fostering community engagement Connects academic theory to real-world applications and activist work