THE WOMEN'S STUDIES PROGRAM

The Women's Studies Program offers courses about women and gender for both women and men. The program is designed to explore the experiences and contributions of women to their cultures. Informed by feminist theory, Women's Studies courses:

• challenge false assumptions and theories about women, race, and class
• encourage rigorous critical thinking
• raise issues of gender bias and the subjective nature of knowledge
• support women's development as individuals and as participating members of their larger communities
• expand women's and men's options beyond the limits of traditional gender roles.

These writing-intensive courses help students consider the difference that gender makes in family relationships, friendships, education, and work. They are comfortable settings for delving into feminist scholarship and theory.

In addition to the interdisciplinary introductory course on women's studies, courses in the program include:  women's history, literature, sociology, psychology, physical education, and women's health.

Honors modules are available for some classes. Service learning and internship opportunities are frequently offered. Opportunities to pursue independent study projects are also available.