Princeton University Introduces New Gender Studies Courses

Princeton University's Gender and Sexuality Studies (GSS) program will introduce five new courses for the upcoming Spring semester, focusing on themes such as 'sex work' and 'queer spaces.' Among the courses are 'Power, Profit and Pleasure: Sex Workers and Sex Work' and 'Queer Spaces in the World,' which aim to explore the complexities of street work, prostitution, and the social stigmas associated with them. The sex work course emphasizes the narratives and diverse experiences of sex workers globally, while the queer spaces course analyzes the historical and institutional dynamics through gender-related theories. These courses seek to challenge conventional narratives and highlight marginalized perspectives in architectural histories and societal discussions. The curriculum reflects a broader academic trend towards inclusivity and exploration of taboo subjects in higher education.