IIWS 101 INTRODUCTION TO WOMEN’S STUDIES
This course introduces students to key issues, questions, and debates in the interdisciplinary field of women’s studies. Central to the course is a focus on the social construction of identity and the myriad ways in which gender, race, class, sexuality, and nationality intersect to constitute people’s experiences. Fall, Spring.

IIWS 290 TOPICS IN WOMEN’S STUDIES
Concentrated study of a specific issue or theme from an interdisciplinary perspective. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

WS 298 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-4 credits
An opportunity for a qualified student to develop and complete an innovative project under the supervision of a Women’s Studies faculty member on a topic not currently offered. Proposals must be submitted to the Women’s Studies Council by the student for review before the start of the course.

WS 301 FEMINIST THEORIES
This course investigates and interrogates key theoretical debates within the feminist movement and women’s studies. Central to this course is the idea that understanding significant categories such as race, class, gender, sexuality, and nationality is an interpretive, theoretical, and political act. Prerequisite: IIWS101 Fall, Spring.

WS 495 CAPSTONE IN WOMEN’S STUDIES
In this capstone course for the Women’s Studies minor, students will engage in a service-learning project dedicated to improving the lives of girls and women. Students will work with organizations and will draw on feminist theory to reflect upon and write about their experiences. Prerequisite: WS 301. Spring.

WS 498 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-4 credits
Independent reading and writing on an approved topic under direction of a Women’s Studies faculty member. May include field work. Prerequisites: WS 301 and permission of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 4 credits.