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Academic Course Map for Women and Gender Studies (B.A.)

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ÌýÌýProgram OverviewÌý

Program Overview

The Bachlelor of Arts degree in Women and Gender Studies (WGST) at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ fosters critical thinking skills applied to the study of women and gender, particularly in relation to three key areas: race or ethnicity, sexualityÌýand global studies.ÌýIt is part of the liberal arts education, and thus seeks to prepare its students for the future through producing well-rounded, flexible and adaptable graduates who know how to gather and analyze information, write well, give effective oral presentations, and problem solve. The major also prepares them to thrive and pursue their interests in an era of globalization, encouraging them to think locally and globally.

Women and Gender Studies attracts great students with strong academic skills who are also interested in applying their WGST education in the real world. Its students come from different walks of life and different parts of the world, and this diversity enriches our department. WGST students are diverse in terms of race, ethnicity, sexuality, and gender identity. Outside the classroom, you will find WGST majors spending time on the CU basketball team or CU cheerleading squad, working in the CU Women’s Resource Center, or attending meetings at their sorority house or the Gender and Sexuality Center. Many WGST majors volunteer with domestic violence shelters, the movement to end sexual assault, youth groups, environmental organizations, and development and empowerment projects in other parts of the world. Beyond the U.S., our WGST majors hail from Nepal, El SalvadorÌýand Afghanistan.

Admission Requirements

Students who begin at a Colorado Community College can transfer directly to CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ to finish their degree in any of the programs offered by the College of Arts and Sciences.ÌýPlease see the CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ College of Arts & Sciences’ÌýColorado Community College webpageÌýfor more information detailed information admissionsÌýrequirements for students transferingÌýfrom a Colorado Community College.Ìý

Transfer Recommendations

To graduate in a 4-year time frame, it is important that students follow the recommended schedule. Students who wish to continue their education at the community college beyond the number of credits specified below should explore with both community college and CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ staff how their graduation timeline, COF stipendÌýand financial aid will be affected.

Suggested Four-Year Course Plan for the Women and Gender Studies (WGST) major

This is a suggested guide of coursework only and is subject to change. Always consult your academic advisor for graduation planning purposes.Ìý Depending on a student’s situation, a different plan might be more applicable.

Community College (first two years)

Fall Semester 1

Spring Semester 1

Fall Semester 2

Spring Semester 2

Total credits at your community college: 60

Completion of these four semesters of coursework fulfills the requirements for a general AssociateÌýof Arts Degree at your community college and fulfills the General Education requirements at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½.

CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ (last two years)

Fall Semester 3

Spring Semester 3

Fall Semester 4

Spring Semester 4

Total credits at CU ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½: 60

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