GSW 101   INTRODUCTION TO GENDER, SEXUALITY, AND WOMEN'S STUDIES   3 Units

An introduction to the major issues addressed by women's and gender studies with an emphasis on interdisciplinary social science theories and methodologies involved in gaining accurate knowledge about women's lives and contributions to society, both within the U.S. and around the world. Perspectives, texts, and methodologies from across the social science disciplines ranging from history, economics, sociology, political science, public health, criminal justice, psychology, and others will be used to understand the experience of women and the cultural construction of gender

GSW 130   BIOLOGY OF WOMEN   3 Units

An introduction to the physiology and reproductive anatomy of women including pregnancy, human development, cancer, infertility, birth control, sexually transmitted diseases and other health issues.

GSW 299   INDEPENDENT STUDY   Repeatable   1-3 Units

Extensive reading for the purpose of Surv.ing the Lit. in a particular area, possibly including a research Proj., under the personal supervision of the instructor.
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