The Women's Studies Program seeks to enhance the educational and career opportunities of students in traditional academic areas as well as students with a special interest in women's studies. The particular needs and concerns of part-time and continuing education students are also addressed. UW-Platteville students can earn a minor or a certificate in Women's Studies. All Women's Studies Program courses satisfy a general education requirement in humanities, social sciences, wellness, or fine arts. All courses fulfill the general education gender requirement.
Some courses can double count for both the ethnic and gender general education requirement.
Requirements include WS 1130 Introduction to Women's Studies and at least one course from each of the following groups. Women in European Civilization, WS 3730 Women and the Law. From Powerism to Personalism. 4730 Individual Research in Women's Studies. The basic program consists of an interdisciplinary sequence of courses leading to a certificate in women's studies and a special notation on the transcript.