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5.00 Credits
4 (4 + 0) Prerequisite: SWK 1010, SWK 1020 or Permission of instructor This course explores concepts and methods useful in assessing and addressing the strengths, status, developmental needs, and social issues of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals. Relationships to families, groups, organizations, community and culture are explored and examined. Concepts of diversity and conflicts within this population-at-risk in both urban and rural settings will be presented. Issues of empowerment, support, equality, social justice, social policy and practice will be reviewed and discussed. Credit will be granted for only one prefix: WMS or SWK. (SWK 3500)
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3 (3 + 0) Prerequisite: WMS 1001, and satisfaction of Level I General Studies course requirements; or permission of instructor This course studies both the classical tradition of feminist thought and contemporary expressions of feminist theories and issues in the Western world. The course analyzes traditional theories of human nature and "woman's nature." Feminist theory's primary concern is with understanding the social, psychological, economic, and political basis for women's realities and experiences. Primary and secondary sources in several disciplines are examined as they contribute to the development of the major branches of first and second wave feminist thinking. Theoretical frameworks will be applied through student participation in collective action projects. (General Studies-Level II, Arts and Lett
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3 (3 + 0) Prerequisite: WMS 1001 or PSC 1010 or ANT 1010 This course presents a cross-cultural study of women's lives in the developing world by examining two main issues: the influence of culture on women's issues and politics' impact on women. By the end of this course students will not only learn about the lives of women in the developing world but also become familiar with how women across the globe articulate the desire for equality. (PSC 3540, ANT 3540
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4 (4 + 0) Prerequisite: SWK 1010, SWK 1020 or Permission of instructor This course views social work practice from a feminist social work perspective. It examines issues of equality, social justice, social policy, and practice for women in a patriarchal society. The role of beginning and generalist social workers with women will be examined in the areas of mental health, health, child welfare, welfare, and gerontology. Credit will be granted for only one prefix: WMS or SWK. (SWK 3600)
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5.00 Credits
3 (3 + 0) Prerequisite: SWK 1010, SWK 1020 or Permission of instructor This course introduces the student to the relationship between gender and poverty and will examine the underlying causes of the "feminization of poverty" in the United States. Social, economic, age-based and ethnic factors will be explored in detail. The differences between prevailing stereotypes and current realities will be highlighted. (SOC 3660, SWK 3660)
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5.00 Credits
1-3 (1-3 + 0)Prerequisite: WMS 1001 or Permission of instructor Objectives vary with course title, but generally focus on current issues that are constantly changing and developing in this area. Check Class Schedule for each semester's offerings. This course may be repeated once for credit under different topics.
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5.00 Credits
3 (3 + 0) Prerequisite: PSY 1001 or AAS 1010 or CHS 1000 or WMS 1001 This course covers psychological theory and research that examines causes, effects, expressions, and reduction of group prejudice. Various types of group prejudice are addressed, most notably prejudice against cultural and ethnic minorities in the United States (i.e., Native Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Asian Americans). Sexism and heterosexism also are discussed. Credit will be granted for only one prefix. (Multicultural) (AAS 3700/CHS 3700/PSY 3700)
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3 (3 + 0) Prerequisite: WMS 1001 or PHI 1010 This course will explore the philosophical basis for and nature of women's spirituality. Political, social, and cultural aspects of the women's spirituality movement will be analyzed both within and beyond traditional institutionalized religion; facets of women's individual spiritual growth and development express themselves in a variety of ways, and this course seeks to examine emotional, cognitive, somatic, and physical aspects. Students will also have opportunities to participate in the art, music, and rituals associated with various traditions and to create projects that will illuminate their personal experiences. Credit will be granted for only one prefix: WMS or PHI
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5.00 Credits
3 (3 + 0) Prerequisite: WMS 1001 or SCOC 1010 or HES 1050 or PSY 1001 This course will give students the opportunity to focus on health issues specific to women and the challenges historically faced by women in the health care arena. This course explores feminist, biological, psychological, and sociological factors in women's health within a global context. (SOC 3920, PSY 3920, HES 3920)
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5.00 Credits
3 (3 + 0) Prerequisite: WMS 1001, ART 1040 or ART 2000 (being changed, see department), or Permission of instructor, and satisfaction of Level I General Studies course requirements This course develops an understanding of women artists and their work from the perspectives of feminist scholarship in art and art history. Credit will be granted for only one prefix: WMS or ART. (Multicultural) (General Studies-Level II, Arts and Letters) (ARTH 3950)
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