The Academic Committee on the Status of Women provides a specific focus on women who represent the diversities of race, class, religion, ethnicity, etc., as they are experienced through the category of gender. Criteria for Committee Members includes some knowledge of feminist scholarship and a demonstrated interest in women's issues. Appointments shall also attempt to represent as many diverse disciplines as is feasible. A call for nominations is issued annually by the Provost to the University community. Interested persons may nominate themselves or others and indicate how the nominee meets the general criteria stated above.
Terms are for three years, with the terms of one-third of the membership expiring each year.
A member who has served on the Committee for six consecutive years is ineligible for reappointment for at least one year. The Women's Studies Certificate will be granted to students completing a minimum of 18 credit hours in courses approved for WS credit. Courses meeting the Criteria for Approval of Women's Studies Courses are listed each semester in the UDM Schedule of Classes . WS courses are open to all students whether or not they are pursuing a Women's Studies Certificate. Introduction to Women's Studies Critically examines the changing experiences and positions of women and the cultural forces shaping those positions in the U.S. and other countries.