This course investigates how ecofeminism and queer theory—often inspired by indigenous and decolonial perspectives—disrupt traditional narratives surrounding nature, culture, and power. We will unsettle boundaries between dichotomies such as nature/culture, life/death, mind/body, human/non-human, matter/spirit, and within various social constructs such as race and gender. We will trace the violent effects of patriarchy, human-exceptionalism, white supremacy, colonialism, capitalism, and modern science. Through diverse texts and multimedia resources (eg, podcasts), we will engage with writers and activists from various global contexts, including India, the Andes, and the Pacific Northwest. Specifically, we will delve into themes such as queer ecology, sexuality, witches, speciesism, food, mushrooms, pollution, love, hope, and grief.

Units: 2
Day/Time: Thursdays 10:00 am – 11:50 pm
Room: Feminist Research Institute conference room
Instructor: Dr. Mayra Sanchez
Grading: Pass/No Pass