ICS 26
Introduction to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Studies


Course Description

This course provides interdisciplinary, multi-perspective, critical analysis and comparative study of the broad range of contemporary lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer issues in various contexts, including biomedical, sociological, political, cultural, economic, racial, and sexual. This course will explore the relationship between LGBTQ individuals and the social and political constructs of gender, sexuality, citizenship, and identity as they relate to social and political institutions and national ideologies. The values, experience, and cultural contributions of LGBTQ individuals in the United States will be identified, examined, and authenticated.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
49578 ICS 26 01S ·T····· 10:30 AM-12:20 PM Susana Ramirez MLC110
······· TBA-TBA ONLINE

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-04-06 to 2026-06-26.
Footnote:
IICS-D026.1S: This class is part of the Pride Learning Community, designed to help students succeed through community-building, linked classes and LGBTQ+ focused curriculum. This is a HYBRID class that has both ONLINE and ON CAMPUS attendance requirements. For more information, contact Huy Le at lehuy@fhda.edu. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 0
Formerly
(Formerly ICS D096.)
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
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