Autumn 2023
Meeting:
MW 10:00am - 11:20am
SLN:
12697
Section Type:
Lecture
Joint Sections:
DIS ST 230 A , LSJ 230 A
INTRODUCTION TO DISABILITY STUDIES
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TAS:
TIFFANY-ASHTON GATSBY, EMAIL:
TAGATSBY@UW.EDU
LINDSEY BEACH, EMAIL: BEACHL@UW.ED
Catalog Description:
Introduces the field of disability studies. Focuses on the theoretical questions of how society predominantly understands disability and the social justice consequences. Examines biological, social, cultural, political, and economic determinants in the framing of disability. Offered: jointly with DIS ST 230/LSJ 230.
GE Requirements Met:
Diversity (DIV)
Social Sciences (SSc)
Credits:
5.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
October 18, 2025 - 3:04 am