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The
course prefix for the following courses is WOST.
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1001
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Perspectives
on Women (4)
The observed similarities and differences in the behavior of women
and men as seen from the perspective of art, history, literature,
philosophy, biology, and psychology. How these differences came about
and what the future may hold. (Tent. A)
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1002
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Women
in Contemporary Society (4)
Women's work, family roles, political behavior, and legal status today.
Controversial issues raised by the women's movement explored from
the perspective of different racial/ethnic groups and different political/economic/social
systems. (Tent. A)
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2000
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Internship
in Women's Agencies (1-4)
Work in community agencies and businesses serving women in fields
of media, law, health, counseling, politics, etc. Repeatable for up
to 8 units, 4 of which may be applied to minor. Prerequisites: 2.0
GPA; sophomore standing; instructor's approval. CR/NC grading only.
(F, W, Sp)
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2024
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Philosophy
and Women's Experience (4)
History of philosophical reflection about and by women from the ancient
world until the twentieth century. Ethical, epistemological, and aesthetic
approaches to women's experience. Cross-listed with PHIL 2024.
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3030
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Immigrant
and Refugee Women (4)
(See E S 3030 for course description.)
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3050
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Feminist
Theory (4)
Feminist theories of American women's liberation movement from mid-sixties
to present. Gender identity; "nature vs. nurture" theories of female
subservience and male domination; pornography; rape; class, race,
and gender.
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3071
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Writing
Women's Lives: A Workshop (4)
(See ENGL 3071 for course description.)
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3100
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Seminar
in Women's Studies (4)
An interdisciplinary consideration of topics relevant to women, involving
extensive writing assignments. May be repeated twice for credit with
prior consent of Women's Studies Director. (W)
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3400
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Women
and Careers (4)
Women's experience in the workforce from a political, sociological
and historical perspective. Comparison of structure and practices
in the corporate structure to those in sports and the military. Obstacles
women face, coping mechanisms and strategies for success. (Tent. F)
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3410
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Women,
War, and Revolution (4)
An interdisciplinary exploration of the role of women in wars and
revolutions, past and present, using novels, poetry, autobiography,
essays, interviews and scholarly studies. Women as civilian victims,
war workers, peace activists and revolutionaries. (Y)
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3420
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Minority
Women in America (4)
Persistence and change in the minority female experience in America.
Focus on prominent stereotypes of minority women, patterns of courtship
and marriage, employment and career trends, birth control and sexual
freedom, and feminism and racial solidarity. Cross-listed with E S
3420. (Tent. W)
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3430
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Women
and Film (4)
(See COMM 3430 for course description.)
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3500
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Portrayal
of Women in the Movies (4)
Changing portrayal of women in English-language movies from 1900 to
the present. Special emphasis on the persistence/breakdown of racial,
ethnic, and gender stereotypes associated with the presentation of
women.
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3510
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Women
in Myth and Prehistory (4)
The roles of mortal women and goddesses in prehistoric times and their
contemporary relevance. A multidisciplinary course exploring anthropological,
literary, mythological, and psychological themes. (Tent. F)
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3520
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Mothers,
Daughters, and Sons (4)
The relationship between mothers and their daughters and sons from
a literary, psychological, and sociological point of view. Discussion
of literature, film and art. (Tent. W)
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3530
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Women
and Their Bodies (4)
An interdisciplinary course focusing on women's experiences of their
bodies, especially in the areas of health and sexuality. (Tent. F)
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3540
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Adultery
and Literature (4)
From Helen of Troy to television dramas, women and adultery continue
to be a dominant feature, particularly in some literary and social
aspects of past and present times. Exploration of the main aspects
of this phenomenon.
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3545
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Women's
Health and Health Care (4)
Social, political, and economic perspective on current health status
and health needs of women in the United States, especially in the
areas of reproduction, genetic testing, and chronic illnesses such
as heart disease and cancer.
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3550
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Women,
Work, and Family Life (4)
The relationship of work and family, the dilemmas women face and strategies
they use to negotiate work/family issue. The impact of economic/historical/sociological
factors including gender, race, and class, all influencing work and
family life.
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3938
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Italian
American Women through Literature (in English) (4)
(See MLL 3938 for course description.)
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3999
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Issues
in Women's Studies (4)
Readings, discussion, and research on contemporary and/or significant
issues in women's studies. May be repeated for credit when content
varies.
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4900
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Independent
Study (1-4)
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4922
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Women
of the Classics (4)
The contrast between the reality and the image of woman as protagonist
and actor of literary genres and as persona in Classic Medieval, and
early Renaissance literature, religion, and society. Lecture and discussion
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