Women and the Family in Modern China

Course Description

This seminar examines women and family life in China from the mid-19th century to the present. It deals with women’s role and family structure as concepts and practices in Chinese culture, the relationships among genders and generations, the impact of social change on women and family life, and women’s participation in and contributions to social change. Students also gain insights about Chinese society beyond gender and the family, and about gender and family issues beyond China.