Document Type

Syllabus

Publication Date

Spring 2024

Course Description

Queer Francophone Identities (QFI) offers an exploration of contemporary notions of queer(ness) in the francophone world. Through a variety of cultural productions students will have the opportunity to study in depth how the term 'queer,' born in the Anglo-American world, is deployed in French- speaking spaces. Additionally, this course will examine how certain social actors, writers, activists, etc., use queer perspectives to expand our orientation towards space, time, social dynamics, geography, literature, identity, ethnicity, race, religion, and sexuality.

Student Outcomes

After completion of QFI students will be able to discuss simply in French some of the main concepts used in the field of queer studies; summarize the history of queer studies in Anglo- American spaces and their translation in francophone spaces; express critical perspective on research regarding marginalized sexualities and gender identities; use a variety of critical frameworks to engage in analysis of texts, documentaries, short films, and television series; express simply some of the political, social, and cultural issues that influence the everyday lives of Francophone queer identities. Additionally, students who complete this course will acquire broader lexicons for speaking about sexuality, gender, race, and identity in French.

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