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| Gender and Women's Studies 101 Introduction to Gender and Women's Studies. (4) 103 "Studies in Masculinities" (4) 390 Topics in Gender and Women's Studies. (4) Interdisciplinary Program Director: Madhu Mitra In the past 25 years, the study of gender has become an important element in fields such as literature, communication, economics, politics, history, sociology, psychology, theology and the natural sciences. The minor allows students and faculty to link the perspectives and methodologies of gender and women's studies (GWS) across traditional disciplines. The purpose of this minor is to provide an inter- and multi-disciplinary framework with which to explore the social construction of gender and sexuality. The minor is be based on a pluralism of theoretical approaches, curricular innovation and close collaboration with academic departments. After completing the gender and women's studies minor, students will: 1) possess an inter- and multi-disciplinary framework with which to explore the social construction of gender and sexuality and how these relate to power, 2) comprehend women and men's economic, political, social, cultural, epistemological and communicative roles by using theories which interpret gender, 3) be able to both distinguish between and situate gender within the categories of race, class, ethnicity and sexuality, and 4) understand how sex roles engender and are engendered by economic, political, social and cultural institutions. Major (None) A total of at least 24 credits from gender and women's studies courses, including: 1) Introduction to gender and women's studies. 2) A 4-credit Capstone course: "Topics in Gender and Women's Studies." 3) At least 12 credits from 300-level GWS courses (including the Capstone course). GWS courses that have been approved for cross-listing will be designated in each semester's class schedule. |
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multi-disciplinary of the minor, no more than 8 credits should be taken from the same
department. Courses (GWST) 101 Introduction to Gender and Women's Studies. (4) Introduces students to a broad range of concepts and issues in the discipline of women's studies, which will serve as a theoretical foundation for further courses in gender studies. The concept of gender is used as a method for critically analyzing the economic, political, psychological, cultural and sexual world around us. Broadly, the course explores the social construction of gender, and how race, class, ethnicity and sexual orientation construct women's experiences and identities. Students will read a variety of feminist scholarship, as well as explore current debates within the discipline. Open to minors and non-minors. 103 "Studies in Masculinities" (4) [Top] This course provides a foundation for men's studies courses by exploring the experiences, points of view, history and cultures of masculinities. Beginning with the assumption that there is no single definition of masculinity, this course asks students to examine the development of masculinities from several perspectives (e.g., historical, biological, psychological, social and anthropological) and significant issues and experiences pertinent to masculinity (e.g., power, aggression, sexualities, fatherhood). In addition to examining masculinities from professional sources, students in this course also explore issues and experiences of masculinities in their own lives. Course content includes theoretical readings, literary texts and films. Open to minors and non-minors. 390 Topics in Gender and Women's Studies. (4) [Top] Study of the moral and ethical issues related to gender. In-depth exploration of various theoretical issues in Gender and Women's Studies. Topics will vary each semester. Fulfills Senior Seminar (CORE 390) requirement. Prerequisite: GWS 101 or permission of instructor.
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