Homosexuality in Animals

This video came to mind when we were discussing the Gay Genein class.  The fact that it is seen in animals makes me believe that there is such a gene, and that homosexuality isn’t only derived from human socialization.  This video shows different ways that various animals portray homosexual acts.  If you feel like watching it, knock yourself out- I found it interesting.

Will & Grace Clip for Thursday’s Class

Watch this clip after reading Bolonik’s review of the show. How well does it support her claims? How might it challenge them?

How Does Mad TV Define Gay Identity?

Here’s a video clip to watch before our first class meeting.

And here are some questions to think about. No need to write anything. Just be prepared to discuss your ideas.

How does the clip define gay identity? Is it fixed or malleable? What causes it? What is its most defining characteristic? What kinds of cultural markers go along with gay identity? Are they essential or peripheral to the definition?

Who, according to the clip’s definition, is gay? Is gayness something universal or is it unique only to a small subset of the general population? Can people be “sort of” gay? How does one know if one is, in fact, gay?