2026-2027 Undergraduate Bulletin > Courses > WGS - Women and Gender Studies > 400
Examination of theories that describe and criticize the social, cultural and political status of women and offer alternatives to the status quo. Identical to PSC 426 and PHL 426. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Recommended: WGS 100 or one course in philosophy or one of the following: PSC 275, PSC 326, PSC 371.
An interdisciplinary seminar integrating gender theory and research. Students complete a project that employs an intersectional lens. Prerequisites: WGS 100 and WGS/PHL/PSC 426.
Course covers special topics of interest to Women and Gender Studies not covered in existing courses. Course title will be listed on student's transcript. Recommended: Six hours of coursework in WGS at the 300-level or above.
Explorations of special problems in subject areas found within Women and Gender Studies individually agreed upon by student and instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of six hours. Prerequisites: Major or minor in WGS, at least 12 hours completed in WGS, and approval by instructor and program director before registration. Recommended: WGS 100.