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• WS 310: Women and Work

  3.00 Credits

  Carlow University

  
  This course examines the experiences of women in paid and unpaid work. Women comprise a significant and growing portion of the labor force. Their positions and experiences are very diverse and rooted in the specific historical and social contexts in which they live and work. The course begins with an overview of gender in society and the structure of the United States economy. It will examine the history of women's employment and women's current status in the workforce. A significant portion of the semester will be devoted to women in poverty and low-wage work. The course will conclude with an exploration of the strains associated with women's professional work experiences
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• WS 320: Feminist Theories

  3.00 Credits

  Carlow University

  
  This course introduces students to a variety of theories that address the imbalance of power between men and women and the oppression and discrimination that result. Through a focus on feminist theories on gender as a central element of power, students become familiar with the field of feminist scholarship on women and gender. The course also introduces students to the intersections among gender, race, class, and sexuality in the lives and writings of diverse women. Upon completion of this course, students will understand a variety of feminist theories, including the theory of gender, race, class, and sexuality as interlinked, as well as the principles informing women's activism
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• WS 322: Representations of Women

  3.00 Credits

  Carlow University

  
  A study and critique of concepts of gender and sexuality in representative texts (film, painting, music, and television). Critical and source materials are drawn from art history, cultural studies, feminist theory, and history
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• WS 351: Women & American Labor History

  3.00 Credits

  Carlow University

  
  Contributions of women to the American labor movement; past and current issues in female participation in workers' movements in the United States
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• WS 355: Feminist Philosophy

  3.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Carlow University

  
  A study of philosophies of women and women's philosophies such as those of Woolf, deBeauvoir, Chodrow, Gilligan, and post-structural feminists. The course is designed to examine the development and impact of feminist thought in contemporary society
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• WS 400: Independent Study

  1.00 Credits

  Carlow University

  
  An exploration of an area of study which is not already offered as a course. Students design the course with the consent of a faculty member
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• WS 415: Women, Work & Wellbeing

  3.00 Credits

  Carlow University

  
  This course explores the history of women and work through a series of case studies. Gender roles, race and ethnicity and socioeconomic factors will be considered in discussion. It also looks at the impact of the work environment on the well-being of women
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• WS 485: Internship

  1.00 Credits

  Carlow University

  
  For internship credit, students engage in practical work experience through placement negotiated with a faculty member prior to registration. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Pass/Fail. 1-3 credits
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