Childhood, adolescence, relationship formation, middle years, and old age from the perspectives of female and male psychological experiences. Introduction to the theory and scope of women's studies as an academic discipline. Focuses on feminist theories classified as liberal, radical, socialist, French, post-structuralism, etc. Introduces basic communication concepts. Demonstrates the negotiation of gender roles in everyday communicative interaction including dyadic, small group, and public address contexts.
Women composers from past to present.
Several works discussed. This course explores ethical issues in public policy, focusing on policies that affect gender relations. It examines the role policy can play in eliminating sexual discrimination and inequality. Fulfills Diversity, Social Science Integration. Historical and social-psychological development of the role of women in contemporary American society.