It offers a comparative examination of media systems and how they represent, employ, define and treat women and minorities, in general, and African Americans, in particular. Heavy emphasis is on independent research by students. This course gives the student an understanding of the skills necessary to succeed in any leadership role. This course provides a student with an opportunity to concentrate on a topic of interest not offered through regular course listings. The activity may include, but is not limited to a research project.
Students engage in research related to women's issues and women's leadership.
The activity must result in a written report which is filed with the coordinator of women's studies. Consent of the faculty member instructing the course and the women studies coordinator.