Focus 2172 - FOCUS: Women in Science: Contemporary Issues

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Washington University in St Louis

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Following the history of women in science that we explored in the fall semester, this class begins a discussion and analysis of current issues in gender and science. We look at the feminist critique of science and scientific objectivity before turning to women's careers in science. Several questions are central to our inquiry: Do women "do" science differently? Could alternative science and mathematics education help increase women's representation in fields that continue to be male-dominated such as physics, engineering, and computer science? How do social expectations of men and women effect career choices and retention? In addition to exploring these issues, we hear from a number of women scientists. Drawing from both the Hilltop and Medical School Campuses, our visitors include faculty members from chemistry, biology, engineering, earth and planetary sciences, medicine, physics, medical administration, among others, who share their reflections about women and science. This course is restricted to Women in Science FOCUS program participants.

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1.50

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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