Women's and Gender Studies (BA.WGS)

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The Women's and Gender Studies major provides students with the opportunity to explore a variety of topics with an interdisciplinary approach. Students are required to take core courses in the field, in order to establish a shared language and understanding of the world. This also equips students with new tools to see the world differently. Students are encouraged to claim their education and activate their knowledge during their academic careers at Castleton.

The Women's and Gender Studies major prepares students to engage in important and relevant issues; the courses encourage students to think across the curriculum. Students learn critical thinking skills, and other skills that cultivate their global citizenship. Faculty support student-initiated projects that reflect traditional research, as well as projects focused on activism and advocacy.

Complete the following courses (24-27 cr):

Take these 4 core courses:
WGS 1020 - Introduction to Women's And Gender Studies 3 cr
WGS 3210 - Feminist Thought 3 cr
WGS 3310 - Feminist Methods: Research and Action 3 cr *
WGS 4610 - Senior Project in Women's and Gender Studies 3 cr
And take one of the following:
SOC 2040 - Race, Ethnicity, Class and Gender 3 cr
SWK 2040 - Discrimination in American Society 3 cr
And take one of the following:
ENG 3610 - Women Writers (L) 3 cr
HIS 2210 - History of Women in the U.S. 3 cr
And take one of the following:
COM 2140 - Race, Gender and Sexuality in Media 3 cr
SWK 2030 - Human Sexuality 3 cr
And take one of the following:
WGS 4510 - Activism and Advocacy Project in WGS 3 cr
WGS 4810 - Field Experience in Women's and Gender Studies 3-6 cr
WGS 4820 - Internship in Women's and Gender Studies 1-6 cr
*Students double-majoring in WGS and Sociology or Criminal Justice may substitute SOC 3910 for WGS 3310. Students double-majoring in WGS and Psychology may substitute PSY 3151 for WGS 3310.

And complete 12 additional credits in WGS or related disciplines

In selecting these courses, first consult with—and gain the approval of—the WGS Coordinator.

(Total credits required: 36-39 cr)

Note: At least 18 credits of the major must be at the 3000 level or above.

And complete the university's Gen Ed requirements

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