WGS-1510 Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies
3 Credits
Introduction to the field of women's and gender studies, which transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries. Analysis of gender’s role in shaping human societies of past and present: their history, their expression through arts and literature, their philosophy of feminism, and comparative conditions of women in diverse cultures and social locations.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMSBS.
WGS-151H Honors Introduction to Women's and Gender Studies
3 Credits
In-depth introduction to the field of women's and gender studies, which transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries. Analysis of gender’s role in shaping human societies of past and present: their history, their expression through arts and literature, their philosophy of feminism, and comparative conditions of women in diverse cultures and social locations. Note: Course meets same graduation requirements as WGS-1510.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): Completion of ENG 1010 College Composition I with a grade of A or B; or eligibility to enroll in ENG 101H Honors College Composition I.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMSBS.
WGS-1521 Women and Gender in Film and Television: Framing WGS Onscreen in Film and Television
3 Credits
Introduction to the study of representations of women and gender in films and on television, including historical and contemporary depictions. Exploration and analysis of both narrative and production aspects of film and television media: theme, character, tropes, plot, dramatic conflict, photography, sound, light, editing, and acting.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMAH.
WGS-179H Honors Contract: Women's Study
1 Credit
Honors Contract complements and exceeds requirements and outcomes for an existing 1000-level honors course through formulation of a contract with a faculty mentor. WGS-179H may also be taken with a non-honors course. When taken with a non-honors course, WGS-179H adds an honors experience to that course. In conjunction with a faculty mentor, student will formulate a contract, which upon completion will result in distinctive scholarship. Student is required to meet on a regularly scheduled basis with instructor for mentor-student tutorial sessions. A maximum of six Honors Contracts (six credit hours) may be taken at the College [includes 179H and 279H].
Lecture: 1 hours
Prerequisite(s): Must be taken concurrently with a 1000-level course whose instructor agrees to mentor the student in this contract. Departmental approval required.
WGS-2010 Women in the World
3 Credits
Study of the role of gender in shaping comparative cultural experiences in the world; analysis of theoretical basis of gender; and comparing status of women in work, politics, and other social institutions.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-1010 College Composition I, or ENG-101H Honors College Composition I.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMSBS.
WGS-201H Honors Women in the World
3 Credits
Study of the role of gender in shaping comparative cultural experiences in the world; analysis of theoretical basis of gender; and comparing status of women in work, politics, and other social institutions. Note: Course meets same graduation requirements as WGS-2010.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-1010 College Composition I with a grade of "B" or higher, or ENG-101H Honors College Composition I.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMSBS.
WGS-2020 Women, Science and Technology
3 Credits
Study of the historical participation and exclusion of women from the gendered realms of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Course examines the gendered discourses and rationale around scientific knowledge, power, and the gendered body. This course places emphasis on the experiences of women in the Western STEM fields. Students will apply feminist science studies and critiques to understand and assess both historical and contemporary challenges regarding women in the fields of science, women’s health care and sexuality, women’s experiences in the fields of contemporary technology and engineering industries.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): WGS-1510 Introduction to Women's Studies; or ENG-1010 College Composition I, or concurrent enrollment; or ENG-101H Honors College Composition I, or concurrent enrollment.
WGS-2040 Women Writers on the Experiences of Women
3 Credits
[This course is cross-listed as ENG-2020. Credit can only be earned once for either course.] An introduction to women's literature through the study of classic and contemporary readings. Involves analysis of theme, character, plot, setting, dramatic conflict, and writing style. Provides an opportunity to study literature by women authors that are not traditionally covered in most American and British literature survey courses.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-1020 College Composition II or ENG-102H Honors College Composition II.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMAH.
WGS-2120 Women and Politics
3 Credits
[This course is cross-listed as POL-2120. Credit can only be earned once for either course.] This is an introductory course to the study of the United States’ political process from a gender perspective. Specifically, the course looks at how gender impacts the political process in the United States and how women impact the political process at the federal, state, and local levels of government. Content includes addressing policy issues that may be of particular interest to women. Policy topics may vary and include reproductive rights, pay, employment, child care, and health care.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): POL-1010 American National Government, or HIST-1020 History of Civilization II, or HIST-1520 United States History Since 1877.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMSBS.