The Women’s & Gender Studies examines the cultural and social construction of gender, explores the history, experiences and contributions of women to society, and studies the influences of gender on the lives of women and men.
The University offers a minor in W&GS. Goals of the minor include helping students interpret concepts of gender and gender identities in different social, cultural and political contexts. A minor consists of 18 hours of courses as approved by the director. Three (3) of these courses must be Introduction to Women’s Studies (WS 2300), Feminist Thought and Theories (WS 4310), and Women’s Studies Seminar (WS 4399).
Seminar offered this Fall:
- Fall Term (WS and non-WS students Class)
* WS 4399.D01 - CRN# 37254 | Women's Studies Seminar | Online
Course description (WS 4399): Prerequisites: WS 2300 and senior standing or consent of the instructor. A capstone course for the minor in women's studies extends, integrates, synthesizes, and applies women's studies knowledge. Fulfills core Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement. Writing Intensive (WI)
Note: If you are not a Minor and wish to take this course as an elective, please contact the instructor ASAP
What will the class cover?
The Women’s Studies Seminar (WS 4399) is focused on building communication and writing skills through women and gender studies across the curriculum. Assignments will address personal and social responsibilities expanding students’ practical and theoretical knowledge base. Research will employ several methodologies to engage in regional, national, and global intercultural competence. Probe your chosen career path. Ponder depictions of knowledge from several perspectives including historical, literary, philosophical, and aesthetic. Connect media in many disciplines to your lived experiences. Enhance your global competencies while increasing your analytical and critical thinking skills. Discover the world of women’s and gender studies.
* Required for all W&GS Minors. If you are interested in taking this class and you do not meet the prerequisite and you are not a Minor, please contact the instructor for approval to enter the class.
Note: If you are not a Minor and wish to take this course as an elective, please contact the instructor ASAP
What do I do if I want to Minor in Women's & Gender Studies?
Contact the undergraduate advisor, Tricia Earl, to make an appointment for advising. For details visit our web site at: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/wstudies/advising_about.php
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CONTACT: For more information or questions about the Women's & Gender Studies check our web site at www.wgs.ttu.edu or contact Tricia Earl, Program Manager/Undergraduate Advisor, T (806) 742.4335
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Posted:
6/5/2018
Originator:
Patricia Earl
Email:
patricia.a.earl@ttu.edu
Department:
Womens Studies Program
Event Information
All Day Event Event Date: 8/29/2018
Location: Texas Tech University
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