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Women's Studies Courses

WMST 1 - Introduction to Women’s Studies

3 units

Examines the cultural, historical, social, political and economic experiences of women in the United States. Introduces feminist perspectives on a wide range of issues affecting women incorporating race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation and the life cycle. Analysis of African American women, Asian American women, Chicanas, European American women and Middle Eastern American women. 54 hours lecture. AA/AS GE: IV. Transfer: CSU, UC; CSUGE: D4, D7; IGETC: 4D, 4G; C-ID# SJS 120.

  • Credit - Degree Applicable
  • Grading Option: Letter or Pass/No Pass

WMST 2 - Global Perspective of Women

3 units

Examines the cultural, historical, political and economic experiences of women globally. Introduces feminist perspectives on a wide range of issues affecting women including globalization, war, education, work, family and religion in Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America. 54 hours lecture. AA/AS GE: IV. Transfer: CSU, UC; CSUGE: D4, D7; IGETC: 4D, 4G; C-ID# SJS 120.

  • Credit - Degree Applicable
  • Grading Option: Letter or Pass/No Pass