Academic Catalog

Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGST)

WGST 101  - Introduction to Women's Studies  (3 Credits)  

This course explores questions about sex and gender roles and conceptions of male/female experience. It uses texts and videos from several disciplines, sometimes supplemented by guest lectures.

WGST 102  - Perspectives in Sexuality  (3 Credits)  

This course is designed to examine the theoretical and social implications of lesbian and gay histories, politics, geographies, cultures, arts, and identities. It is interdisciplinary in scope and content reflecting upon and drawing from the disciplines of history, psychology, sociology, geography, the arts, literature, and women's studies.

WGST 300  - Special Topics in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies  (3 Credits)  

Topics offered under this heading are designed to supplement and enhance the Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies program. Check Schedule of Courses for specific topics.

WGST 400  - Special Topics in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies  (3 Credits)  

Topics offered under this heading are designed to supplement and enhance the Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies program. Check Schedule of Courses for specific topics.

WGST 485  - Senior Project  (3 Credits)  

Capstone course involving the in-depth investigation of a subject and creation of original material under close supervision by a faculty member affiliated with the Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program.

WGST 491  - Individual Study  (3 Credits)  

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. Individual investigation of a subject of significance to women's and/or gender studies directed by a faculty member affiliated with the Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program.

WGST 499  - Internship  (1-3 Credits)  

Supervised off-campus experience, developed in consultation with a faculty member affiliated with the Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program.