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Multicultural Perspectives on Women in the United States

Course Description

Experiences of women in selected racial and ethnic communities: Latinas/Chicanas, African Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and other women in contemporary United States.

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Multicul Perspect Women in US

Equivalent Courses

Not open to students with credit in WMST 1110, WMST 1110H

Non-Traditional Format

This course will be taught 95% or more online.

Semester Course Offered

Offered summer semester every year.

Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

Student Learning Outcomes

  • Students will analyze the foundational theories and concepts within women’s and gender studies, and critically reflect on your own perspectives on these issues.
  • Students will describe, examine, and analyze interlocking systems of power and how they shape the diverse lived experiences of women in the U.S. in contemporary and historical contexts.
  • Students will develop critical thinking skills and apply critical literacy to examine information and analyze text, media, and literature about race, gender, sexuality.
  • Students will develop and support ideas in discussion and written form to communicate effectively about politically engaged issues around race, gender, sexuality and body with people of different backgrounds in a respectful manner.

Topical Outline

  • 1. Euro-American Diaspora
  • 2. Native-American Diaspora
  • 3. African-American Diaspora
  • 4. Asian-American Diaspora
  • 5. Latino/a Diaspora
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