Emerging in the 1970s, postcolonial theory requires analysis of aspects of Western culture and discourse that sustained the colonial enterprise, the impact of imperialism and colonization on both colonizing and subject populations, and the discursive forms of resistance that emerged during and after colonialism. This course utilizes writings from postcolonial authors to encourage students to think critically about postcolonialism in a comparative framework. Students will explore issues of human difference and analyze how different cultures have experienced colonialism and postcolonialism in order to prepare them for a decolonized approach to social justice and international studies. Cross-listed with SOC 3180 Postcolonial Theory & Methods.
Prerequisites: Junior Standing or permission of instructor.
- Teacher: Scotti Norman