Letters in parenthesis indicate how the class fills a distribution requirement in the WST General Concentration (SS=Social Science, HUM=Humanities, G&S=Gender & Science) and/or whether it counts for the TPS or IPG track in the major. If a course fills a GenEd requirement, that is specified separately. Click on the hyperlinks below for a course syllabus.
Majors may count any one 2000-level class towards the WMS major. Only WST2322, 2611, or 2612 count towards the WMS minor; only WST2611 or 2612 count towards the TPS minor.
Introduction to Health Disparities
WST 2322 – Class # 20442/Class #20441 (Summer B)
Examination of the multifaceted issue of health disparities based upon race and ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, education, sexuality, disability, physical and mental health, geography and other factors. Related issues include social determinants of health, cultural competency, health literacy, advocacy, social justice and health equity. (WST: SS/G&S, HESJ; GenEd: S, D; HDS Minor: Core.)
The syllabus for this course can be found here. (opens in new tab)
Social Science Perspectives on Gender and Sexuality
WST 2612 – Class 18320 (Summer B)
The social construction of gender, sexuality, race, class and other identity categories. Readings focus on individuals, families and cultural groups, mainly in the U.S. but with attention to other nations. Subjects as intimate as the body and violence and as pervasive as politics and the law are included. The course emphasizes differences in daily life experiences of health care, education, sports and religion. Finally, it examines the potential of movements for social change. (S and D) (WR 2)
The syllabus can be found here.
Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Women’s Studies
WST 3015 – Class 20158 (SUMMER B)
Drawing on materials and methodologies from a variety of disciplines, this class explores the diverse experiences of women, both in past eras and in the present, in the U.S. and abroad. Required for the Women’s Studies major and minor; fulfills the General Education requirement in diversity. (WST: Core; Gen Ed: H, SS, D and Gordon Rule 4000)
The syllabus can be found here.
Women, Leadership, and Diversity in the Global Environment
WST 3371 – Class 13207 (Summer B)
WST 3371-Class 18953 (Summer B) UF ONLINE ONLY
Examines leadership concepts in general, and for women in particular. Covers leadership strategies in a historical framework, leadership dilemmas in various industries (locally and globally), and experiential and case-study based leadership.(WST: SS; IPG) Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or instructor permission.
The syllabus can be found here.
Independent Study
WST4905-Section Departmentally Controlled (Summer C)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and program chair
For advanced undergraduate students who desire to supplement the regular courses by independent reading or research. Online Application (PDF) .
Undergraduate Research in Women’s Studies
WST4911-Section Departmentally Controlled (Summer C)
Prerequisite: Permission of Undergraduate Coordinator/Program Chair
For advanced undergraduate students who desire to supplement the regular courses by independent reading or research. Click here for an application form.
Internship
WST4940-Section Departmentally Controlled (Summer C)
Prerequisite: Permission of undergraduate coordinator
Designed for students desiring practical experience in the community. Students intern with a local agency, group or business involved in women’s issues. Click here for more information and an on-line application.
The syllabus can be found here.
Practicum in Health Disparities
WST 4941C – Class Departmentally Controlled (Summer C)
Capstone experience for seniors enrolled in the health disparities in society minor. Students are matched with preceptors from community agencies that work with underserved, disadvantaged and disenfranchised populations. Students will learn about the agency and its organizational culture while applying concepts of cultural competence, linguistic appropriateness and health disparities. Prerequisite: WST 2322 and Health Disparities in Society minor. Contact the HDS program for more information (HDS Minor: Core; Pre-req: WST 2322).
The syllabus can be found here.