This short course is about the relationship between gender and communication. First, participants will self-reflect on their own gender identities and consider the role gender plays in their interpersonal, social, and public interactions. Participants will also explore various theories and patterns of verbal and nonverbal gender communication and identifies, as well as discuss social influences on gender development. Through interactive dialogue and class activities, we will examine the ways in which gender communication has shifted and evolved over time. Be prepared for a lively class! (Term 1 Class)