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4.00 Credits
In this course, students examine feminist thought from an interdisciplinary perspective. The course investigates core questions that have led feminist theory to focus on the relationship between identity and difference, biology and social construction, sex and gender, and public and private spheres of action. Race, class, gender, and cross-cultural perspectives are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): WST 101S and second year standing, or permission of instructor. (Pass/Fail option) Spring semester. Credit: 4
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2.00 - 4.00 Credits
This course explores women's interactions with science and technology, including the effect of science and technology on women and the role of women in shaping the sciences. Students will encounter the work of major feminist historians of science and consider the effect of feminist critiques on the conduct of science. Prerequisite(s): WST 101S and second year standing, or permission of instructor. Variable. Credit: 2-4
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4.00 Credits
This course studies the mother/child relationship within a focused comparison between two cultures as depicted in memoir, myth, fiction, and the literature of biology and anthropology. Students explore ideologies of motherhood and their pervasive effect on actual mother/child relationships and undertake a research and activism project that relates that institution of motherhood to social policy. Prerequisite(s): WST 101S and second year standing, or permission of instructor. Every other year. . (Placed on the Inactive Course List Fall 2009). Credit: 4
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3.00 Credits
An advanced level study of topics not already covered by regular course offerings in women's studies. The course may be repeated for credit when different topics are considered. Prerequisite(s): WST 101S or permission of instructor. Variable. Credit: 2-4
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4.00 - 12.00 Credits
The internship in women's and gender studies offers students the opportunity to apply their understanding of the dynamics of gender and social change to the world at large while exploring possibilities for their own careers. Interns will design and carry out a project in ongoing consultation with a faculty advisor and a supervisor from a community organization. Interns will write a final paper and make a public presentation reflecting on the internship in light of their academic work in women's and gender studies. Prerequisite(s): WST 101S, WST 330. Every semester. Credit: 4-12
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3.00 Credits
An advanced study of topics not already covered by regular course offerings in women's and gender studies. The course may be repeated for credit when different topics are considered. Prerequisite(s): WST 101S or permission from instructor. Completion of Independent Study Form. Every semester. Credit: 2-4
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4.00 Credits
In the first part of the seminar, students will synthesize knowledge gained throughout their women's and gender studies coursework, using their program portfolio to produce a reflective essay. In the second half, students will plan and execute an original project on a topic chosen in consultation with the instructor, conduct focused research on that topic, and ultimately publish the project to the campus community via video, audio, additions to the Women's and Gender Studies website, or presentations to classes or at conferences. This course is required for women's and gender studies minors. Credit: 4
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4.00 - 8.00 Credits
Seniors in the Women's and Gender Studies minor may complete a senior thesis under the direction of a faculty supervisor as the culmination of their Women's and Gender Studies experience. The thesis makes an original contribution to the field of women's and gender studies scholarship, demonstrating high levels of competency in research, analysis, and writing. The thesis must be presented to and defended before the Women's and Gender Studies Council. Prerequisite(s): Minor in Women's and Gender Studies, fourth-year standing, WST 101S, WST 330, a total of 16 elective Women's and Gender Studies credits, and approval of WST Council. Every semester. Credit: 4-8
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