Winter 2026
Meetings:
T 1:30pm - 3:20pm
Th 1:30pm - 3:20pm
SLN:
10552
Section Type:
Lecture
Joint Sections:
RELIG 456 A
GENDER AND THE HINDU GODDESS;
FULFILLS DIV
Syllabus Description (from Canvas):
GENDER AND THE HINDU GODDESS (DIV, VLPA)
(Still of Sharmila Tagore from Devi, directed by Satyajit Ray)
Explore the world of the Hindu Goddess
Some of the questions we will explore:
What are the many manifestations of the Goddess?
What are her major festivals and how is she celebrated and worshiped?
How does she function as a role model for Hindu women?
How does she pervade high-brow literary as well as popular culture?
and much more…
Keep a Goddess Journal, co-lead one class discussion,
and work on a final presentation to be written up as a paper or short essay.
Catalog Description:
Offered occasionally by permanent or visiting faculty members. Topics vary. Offered: AWSpS.
GE Requirements Met:
Arts and Humanities (A&H)
Credits:
5.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
November 13, 2025 - 9:31 pm