WMST 450 - Feminist Theory and Methods

(3 units)

Survey of contemporary theory and method in women’s studies. Examines practical and philosophical issues in feminist thought on the construction and significance of gender difference. (General Capstone and Diversity course.)

Prerequisite(s): WMST 250 ; CH 201 or CH 202 or CH 203 ; ENG 102 ; and junior or senior standing.

Units of Lecture: 3
General Capstone Course, Diversity Course
Offered Every Spring
Student Learning Outcomes (if available):
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to critically analyze theories, methods, and representations of gender and feminism from an interdisciplinary perspective.
2. Students will be able to apply feminist theory to the examination of laws, policies, practices, and cultural representations that produce gendered identities in contemporary society.
3. Students will be able to design, develop, and complete appropriate steps to conduct a research project addressing a contemporary problem relating to women, gender, or sexuality.
4. Students will be able to clearly articulate, in writing and orally, how feminist theory and methods help us to make sense of contemporary social conditions and to act in ways that can effect social change.

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