In this seminar we will explore transgender (self)representations across different media as we work through selected ways to approach transgender phenomena intersectionally. We will ask how trans* lives are represented as well as how we can approach these representations in our own gender studies research. The aim of the seminar is to introduce the students to contemporary work in transgender studies as well as to train critical engagement with representations of and by gender minorities. We will begin the seminar with an overview of different terms and contexts of transgender representation both inside and outside academia. The second part of the semester is characterized by a close engagement with (self)representations by trans* activists, artist and academics. Inspired by didactic methods found in research learning contexts students will be encouraged to engage critically with their own readings and methodologies as they are supported to continually explore their own research interests and questions.
Serano, Julia. 2016. Whipping Girl. Berkeley: Seal Press.
Halberstam, J. Jack. 2018. Trans*: A Quick and Quirky Account of Gender Variability. Oakland, California: University of California Press.
Stryker, Susan. 2017. Transgender History: The Roots of Today’s Revolution. Second edition. Berkeley: Seal Press.
Diese Veranstaltung wird im SoSe2020 digital stattfinden. Wer teilnehmen möchte, sollte sich bitte innerhalb der Belegungsfrist in Agnes anmelden, alternativ direkt unter lukasreimann@posteo.de. Sie erhalten dann von der Lehrperson Informationen über das neue Format. Vielen Dank!
