The religions of these non-western cultures, like their literatures or forms of social and political organization, provide a rich perspective from which to approach these cultures. The general purpose is to offer a contrasting and challenging experience of the cultures of India, China, and the Islamic world through the study of their religious traditions. We will consider what the terms religion and culture mean and investigate their relations. Dr. Margaret Littlewood, University of London. The status of women in Britain has changed substantially over the last three decades.
Women are better educated and are entering high status professions.
The number of women and children in poverty is increasing. Our aim is to present stimulating discussions of the emergence of the modern women s movement in the late 1960 s, education, employment, contraception, abortion, motherhood, and violence and abuse. Assignments include a term paper, two course quizzes, and a final exam. In addition, some students have found it useful to arrange an Independent Study course with a UW faculty member. These arrangements must be made prior to departure.