AFR 300T(F) Racial-Sexual Politics and Cultural Memory (Same as Women's and Gender Studies 415) (W)*

This tutorial focuses on race, gender and violence in 20th-century American political culture. We begin with the anti-lynching and anti-sexual violence campaigns at the turn of the 20th century, and explore cases throughout the 20th century that sparked political movements. We conclude with a review of constructions of cultural memory through scholarly works, media/journalistic discourse, and visual culture concerning contemporary controversial trials. Assigned materials include film and documentaries, memoirs, academic texts, and writings by Ida B. Wells, Mamie Till-Mobley, David Marriott. This tutorial is designed for juniors and seniors and emphasizes analytical skills. Grades are determined as follows: 60% essays and response papers; 40% final paper (synthesis of essays to explore one theme).
Format: tutorial. Requirements: alternating weekly, each student delivers a 5-page essay on assigned readings or screenings, while his or her partner responds with a 1- to 2-page written critique. Each student writes and presents five essays and five response critiques.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor. Enrollment limit: 10 (expected: 10). Open to non-concentrators.

Tutorial meetings to be arranged. JAMES