14 courses with the subject GWS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
GWS 201Introduction to Gender & Women's Studies (Diversity)
[Credits: 3] Gender throughout history and social institutions (family, media, schools, etc.) from an intersectional feminist perspective. Looks at the culture and contributions of all marginalized groups around the issue of gender.
Interdisciplinary study of racism and sexism as institutionalized oppressions that shape the experiences of women and men of color in the U.S. Cultural contributions women and men of color have made to society.
Interdisciplinary feminist research methods for developing qualitative and quantitative studies, designing projects, implementing research and presenting results. Pre-Requisite(s): GWS201
Representations of race, class, gender, and sexuality in popular culture. Students will develop critical analytical skills and an understanding of how marginalized groups are portrayed in the media.
Development of Global feminist movement(s), identifies challenges, and explores the impact of engaging a transnational perspective in understanding and addressing women's issues across cultures. Examines extent to which the empowerment of women is demonstrated through multiplicity of meaning women give to their actions and life experiences in a global context.
GWS 345Practicum in Gender and Women's Studies [1.00
3.00] Application of theory and research to constructive institutional and social change to improve the lives of marginalized groups, with a focus on gender. Pre-Requisite(s): GWS201 GWS405 Women of Color in the U.S. (same as ETHS 405) [Credits: 3] Examination of historical and contemporary issues facing American Indian, African American, Asian American, Latina, and immigrant women living primarily in the United States. The impact of race, gender, class, and other social inequalities on the lives of women of color will be discussed. Pre-Requisite(s): GWS201 or ETHS201 or ETHS205 or ETHS210 or ETHS215 or ETHS220
Feminist theories and their application to understanding women's lives and how gender operates through social institutions. This course fulfills the Upper Division Writing Requirement for the Gender and Women's Studies major with a grade of C or better.
Feminist transformative and inclusive leadership theories, approaches, strategies, and visions. Global feminist leadership for the 21st century, drawing on sources such as the works and insights of feminist leaders in Africa and of the UN Women's leaders and initiatives.
GWS 485Capstone Seminar: Applied Feminism(s) in Gender and
Women's Studies [Credits: 3] Integration and application of Gender and Women's Studies key concepts and core knowledge to issues of future careers, personal life, public policy, and the development of feminist praxis. Application of feminist leadership principles and skills. Pre-Requisite(s): GWS201, GWS270, GWS315, GWS415, GWS430
Feminist theories and their application to understanding women's lives and social institutions. Prereq.: 9 credits of women's studies or equivalent. 3 Cr. S. This course fulfills the Upper Division Writing Requirement for the Women's Studies major with a grade of C or better.