Center for Interdisciplinary Studies

David Carl Wilson, Director

The Center for Interdisciplinary Studies (CIS) serves as an umbrella for Webster University's diverse interdisciplinary programs. The Center's primary mission is twofold: to promote, strengthen, and expand interdisciplinary learning opportunities for students and to provide a central location where students can get information about interdisciplinary courses, programs, and activities. It is administered by the College of Arts & Sciences and located in Webster Hall, room 200I. For more information call the CIS, (314) 961-2660, extension 7703, or the College of Arts & Sciences (extension 7160). Webster University offers students the opportunity to study in areas that cut across disciplines by offering majors, minors, or certificates in Ancient Studies, Drama Studies, Environmental Studies, International Human Rights Studies, International Studies, Latin American Studies, Multicultural Studies, Practical and Interdisciplinary Ethics, and Women's Studies. The CIS also offers an array of interdisciplinary courses unconnected to these programs and an opportunity for students to create a self designed interdisciplinary major.

Center for Interdisciplinary Studies Committee

Committee Chair, Don Conway-Long
Center for Ethics, Kate Parsons
Ancient Studies, Renata MacDougal and Mikels Skele
Drama Studies
Environmental Studies, Karla Armbruster and Stephanie Schroeder
Freshman Seminars, Lawrence Baden
General Studies, John Watson
International Human Rights,
International Studies, Donna Campbell
Latin American Studies, Silvia Navia Mendez-Bonito
Multicultural Studies, Sheila Hwang and Douglas Finlayson
Women's Studies, Danielle MacCartney and Seena Kohl

Minors and Certificates Offered

Ancient Studies (Minor)
Drama Studies(Minor)
Environmental Studies (Minor)
International Human Rights (Minor and Certificate)
International Studies (Certificate)
Latin American Studies (Minor)
Multicultural Studies (Minor and Certificate)
Practical and Interdisciplinary Ethics (Certificate)
Women's Studies (Minor and Certificate)

Other Programs

General Studies

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Ancient Studies Minor

The Minor in Ancient Studies allows comparative study of the history, literature, mythology, religion, philosophy, art, language, and culture of the ancient societies across the globe. Students are required to complete 18 course credits or six courses. One core course is required, a three-credit introductory History of the Ancient World course. This requirement may only be waived through approval of the Program Director(s) and through demonstration of mastery of an equivalent course, or significant field or research experience. Students are encouraged to pursue an area of concentration for their studies by completing six credits of electives from the approved course list. This focus or concentration may be geographic or thematic, with comparative studies encouraged. Within the minor, "ancient" will be defined generally as before the fifth century CE, although this parameter may vary within cultural and geographical boundaries.
Students, as advised, should choose no more than three courses at the 1000 level, which includes the core course. At least one upper level (3000/4000) course is strongly recommended as well. A student may enter the program for a minor in Ancient Studies at any time through the final semester if all requirements are met.
More than the required 18 credits may be taken in order to fulfill the demands of individual interest, a language concentration, or a change in area of concentration. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in an international study and/or field experience as well. Webster's worldwide campus system is ideally suited for this kind of study, and other sites will be available in the future.

Requirements for the Minor (18 credit hours)

Completion of the core course (3 credit hours):
HIST 1120 The Ancient World 3 hours
Completion of five of the following courses (15 credit hours):

ANSO 1080 Human Evolution 3 hours
ARHS 2210 Introduction to Western Art 3 hours
ARHS 2320 Introduction Asian Art 3 hours
B201* Greek Grammar 3 hours
B203* Hebrew Grammar 3 hours
B206* Latin Grammar 3 hours
B301 Greek Exegesis 3 hours
B303 Hebrew Exegesis 3 hours
B309 Latin Readings 1.5 hours
ENGL 3900 Myth and Classical Literature 3 hours
LATN 1090 Elementary Latin I 1-3 hours
LATN 1090 Elementary Latin II 1-3 hours
LATN 2090 Intermediate Latin 1-3 hours
LATN 2610 Intermediate Language: Readings 3 hours
PHIL 2510 Philosophical Classics: Ancient Greece and Rome 3 hours

*Offered as an intensive study course during the month of January at Eden Seminary (B course numberings).
The following courses also qualify, with appropriate content.

ANSO 2000 Issues in Contemporary Society 1-4 hours
ANSO 3000 Topics in Anthropology and Sociology 3 hours
ANSO 3610 Independent Reading 1-5 hours
ANSO Advanced Independent Reading 1-5 hours
ARHS Topics in Art History 3 hours
GNST Civilization and the Arts 2-4 hours
HIST 1010 Topics in History 3 hours
HIST 1100 World Civilization Before 1500 3 hours
HIST 2310 Encounters in History 3 hours
HIST 2610 Independent Reading 1-6 hours
HIST 3060 History Roundtable 3 hours
HIST 3650 History Practicum 1-15 hours
HIST 4600 History Seminar 3 hours
HIST 4610 Advanced Independent Reading 1-6 hours
ILC 1090 Elementary Language I 1-3 hours
ILC 1100 Elementary Language II 1-3 hours
ISTL 2500 Int'l. Field Experience in Int'l. Studies 1-6 hours
PHIL 4050 Topics in the History of Philosophy 3 hours
RELG 1000 Roots of Religion 3 hours
RELG 1040 Phenomena 3 hours
RELG 2080 Intro to Western Religion 3 hours
RELG 2100 Religion and Literature 3 hours
RELG 2350 Sacred Texts 3 hours
RELG 2400 Religion and the Arts 3 hours
RELG 2420 Religion and Culture 3 hours
RELG 2500 Gender, Culture, and Religion 3 hours
RELG 3120 Buddhism 3 hours
RELG 3190 Christianity 3 hours
RELG 3600 Field Experience in Religion 1-6 hours
RELG 3605 Int'l. Field Experience in Religion 1-6 hours
RELG 4550 Advanced Study in Religion 3 hours
RELG 4610 Reading Course 1-6 hours
WOMN 2000 Issues in Women's Studies 3 hours
WOMN 3000 Topics in Women's Studies 3 hours

Other courses may also qualify, at the discretion of the director(s).

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Drama Studies Minor in London

The drama studies minor is designed for students who wish to take advantage of the rich opportunities for the study of the dramatic arts at our London campus. The London campus offers a number of excellent drama courses as well as the opportunity to see some of the best live theatre in the world.
To complete the drama studies minor, students must study at the London campus for at least one semester. The necessary credits for the minor may be taken entirely at the London campus, or may be supplemented with course work from the St. Louis campus.
Requirements for the minor (18 hours)

London campus

Students may select any of these courses to count toward the minor:

THEA 3030 (BACL TA 101) Introduction to Theatre Arts
THEA 3040 (BACL PA 101) Introduction to Performing Arts in London
THEA 1050 (BACL TA 131) Theatre Appreciation
THEA 3030 (BACL TA 286) British and American Musical Theatre
THEA 3040 (BACL TA 380) Contemporary London Theatre
ENGL 2210 Literature into Film: Shakespeare the Movie

Students may select any two courses in Shakespeare from the following list to count toward the minor in drama studies.

ENGL 3500 Topics: Shakespeare in London I (BACL ENGL 312 Shakespeare: Comedies and Romances--London)
ENGL 3500 Topics: Shakespeare in London II (BACL 313 Shakespeare: Tragedies and Histories--London)

ENGL 4150 Shakespeare I (St. Louis) 3 hours
ENGL 4160 Shakespeare II (St. Louis) 3 hours

St. Louis campus

Students may select up to two classes from the following courses in the English Department to count toward the minor in drama studies:

ENGL 1510 Major Dramatists I 3 hours
ENGL 1520 Major Dramatists II 3 hours
ENGL 2170 Creative Writing: Playwriting 3 hours
ENGL 3050 Topics in Drama 3 hours
ENGL 3100 Modern Drama 3 hours
ENGL 3130 Contemporary Drama 3 hours
ENGL 3210 Tragic Themes 3 hours
ENGL 4150 Shakespeare I (St. Louis) 3 hours
ENGL 4160 Shakespeare II (St. Louis) 3 hours

Students may select up to two classes from the following courses in the Theatre Department to count toward the minor:

THEA 1030 Introduction to Theatre 2-3 hours
THEA 1050 Theatre Appreciation 3 hours
THEA 2030 History of the Theatre: Greeks to Restoration 3 hours
THEA 2040 History of the Theatre:
Eighteenth Century to Modern 3 hours
THEA 3030 Topics in the Theatre 2-3 hours
THEA 3040 Topics in the Theatre 2-3 hours
MUTH 1030 History of American Musical Theatre 3 hours

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Practical and Interdisciplinary Ethics Certificate

The undergraduate certificate in practical and interdisciplinary ethics provides students the opportunity to identify a concentration in the study of ethics. The program allows students to analyze the moral issues that arise in various disciplines, fields, and professions, and sharpens their analytical skills by providing them with a solid foundation in ethical theory. The certificate program is open to any Webster University student, as well as to individuals not currently enrolled who meet the general requirements for admission to the University.
The certificate program is administered by the Director of the Center for Ethics and requires a 3-credit-hour core course, plus 15 credit hours chosen from the courses listed. A maximum of 12 credit hours may be taken within a departmental prefix. Students are also encouraged to engage in some appropriate practical experience. Up to 3 credit hours earned in this manner may be substituted for coursework; the Director must approve substituted credit hours. Students will register their work either through the Individualized Learning Experiences program (INDZ) or PHIL 4400 (Practicum in Philosophy). For more information, please contact Kate Parsons (Philosophy Department).
Requirements for the Certificate (18 credit hours)
Completion of the core course (3 credit hours):

PHIL 2320 Contemporary Moral Problems 3 hours
Completion of two courses from the following group (6 credit hours).
At least one of these must be at the 3000 level:

PHIL 2110 Introduction to Ethics 3 hours
POLT 1070/PHIL 2300 Intro to Political Theory/
Social and Political Philosophy 3 hours
PHIL 3350 Philosophical Ethics 3 hours
POLT/PHIL 3590 Theories of Human Rights 3 hours

Completion of 9 credit hours from the following group:

ETHC 1000 Issues and Problems in Ethics 3 hour
HRTS 1100 Introduction to Human Rights 3 hours
MEDC 2200 Ethics in the Media 3 hours
PHIL 2340 Ethics, Health Care, and Technology 3 hours
PHIL 2360 Environmental Ethics 3 hours
PHIL 2390 Philosophy of Sex and Love 3 hours
PHIL 3360 Ethics for Cyberspace 3 hours
PHIL 3380 Ethics in Social Research 3 hours
BUSN 4300/RELG 4310 Business Ethics 3 hours
NURS 4350 Ethical Dilemmas in Nursing Practice 2-3 hours
MNGT 5910 Ethical and Legal Issues in Management 3 hours
LEGL 3000 Legal Ethics 3 hours

Center for Ethics Course Listings

ETHC 1000 Issues and Problems in Ethics (1)
ETHC 1000 is a one-credit-hour course in applied/practical ethics designed to explore the moral issues and/or dilemmas pertinent to a specific discipline, profession, or topic. The course is designed to increase student awareness of ethical issues and to develop critical thinking skills. May be repeated two times, total 3 credit hours.

Steering Committee of the Center for Ethics:

Kate Parsons, Director; Philosophy
Karla Armbruster, English
Bill Barrett, Electronic and Photographic Media
James Evans, Management
Anne Geraghty-Rathert, Legal Studies
Michael Hulsizer, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Don Morse, Philosophy
Chris Risker, Management
Art Sandler, Philosophy
Britt-Marie Schiller, Philosophy

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Environmental Studies Minor

The environmental studies minor is designed to give students in any major a significant understanding of the physical, cultural, political, and spiritual dimensions of human relationships with the environment. Multidisciplinary in nature, this minor will provide a basic foundation in ecological literacy while emphasizing the insights which the humanities and social sciences can offer into the complex interactions between human cultures and their natural surroundings.
Requirements for the Minor

SCIN 1520 Environment 3 hours
SCIN 1521 Environment: Lab 1 hour
15 credit hours (with at least 3 credit hours coming from the first
three courses listed) from the following:

GNST 1300 Technology, Science, and Society: Environmental Literacy 2-4 hours
HIST 1010 Topics in History: American Environmental
History 3 hours
PHIL 2360 Environmental Ethics 3 hours
ANSO 1090 Topics in Geography: Geographic Transitions 3 hours
BIOL 1020 Biology of Animals (must be taken with BIOL 1021 Biology of Animals: Lab)—3 hours
BIOL 1030 Biology of Plants (must be taken with BIOL 1031 Biology of Plants: Lab)—3 hours
ENGL 3500 Contexts: Nature Writing in America 3 hours
GNST 1308 Technology, Science, and Society: When Rivers Run Wild—3 hours
HIST 2080 History of Disease and Medicine 3 hours
HRTS 3400 Human Rights and the Environment 3 hours
ISTL 2600 Natural Systems and Sustainable Ecologies
(also listed under BIOL 1310 Issues in
Biology: Sustainable Ecologies) 3 hours
JOUR 3750 Environmental Journalism 3 hours
POLT 2500 Interdisciplinary Approaches to Politics: Int'l
Environmental Politics or Sex, Drugs, and Garbage
(also listed under ECON 3100 Issues in Economics) 3 hours
RELG 1000 Roots of Religion: Experiences of the
Sacred, Mystery, and Nature 3 hours
RELG 1050 Experience and Values: Ecology
and Spirituality 3 hours
RELG 2430 Environment and Religion—3 hours

Environmental Studies Committee

Karla Armbruster, Co-Chair, English;
and Stephanie Schroeder, Co-Chair, Biological Sciences
Don Conway-Long, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Don Corrigan, Communications and Journalism
Jeff De Pew, Biological Sciences
Lori Diefenbacher, Education
Ted Green, Multidisciplinary Studies
Jih-Un Kim, History, Politics, and International Relations
Kim Kleinman, History, Politics, and International Relations
Allan MacNeill, History, Politics, and International Relations
Danielle MacCartney, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Kate Parsons, Philosophy
Gerry Tierney, Behavioral and Social Sciences
David A. Wilson, Business and General Studies

Students may substitute other environmentally oriented classes (such as topics classes, new classes, and classes that give credit for internships and other forms of experiential learning) into the second category with the approval of the environmental studies chair. Students interested in pursing environmental internships should contact the program chair.
For more information, contact Karla Armbruster (English Department) or Stephanie Schroeder (Biological Sciences Department).

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General Studies

General studies courses are interdisciplinary in nature and are intended to provide a broad introduction to the liberal arts. They are taught by faculty from all departments and programs of the University. All general studies courses are designed to offer challenging and exciting perspectives on the interconnections of our knowledge and experience. One very important general studies program is the Freshman Seminars, which is required for all full-time, degree-seeking freshmen on the St. Louis campus.
General Studies Committee:

John Watson, Chair; Art
Paula Hanssen, International Languages and Cultures
Sally Howald, Communications and Journalism
Carol Hoyt, Learning and Communication Arts
Michael Salevouris, History, Politics, and International Relations
Larry Schmidt, International Languages and Cultures
Larry Baden, Ex officio, Director of Freshman Seminar Program; Communications and Journalism Department
Lori Diefenbacher, Ex officio, Coordinator of Experiential Learning

General Studies Course Listings
GNST 1200 Freshman Seminar (3)
These interdisciplinary seminars for freshmen combine academic inquiry with supplemental programs that foster students' educational and personal development during the first year of college. Topics vary and include interdisciplinary offerings in the humanities, arts, and sciences. Classes are small and require substantial student participation. Emphasis is on developing and improving fundamental academic skills, including critical thinking and communications (the ability to write, read, listen, and speak effectively).
GNST 1300/1308 Technology, Science, and Society (2-4)
Interdisciplinary study that focuses on contemporary problems that arise out of our increasingly complex technological and scientific environment. Subject matter will be timely and often controversial. A central goal is to acquaint students with the insights and methods of diverse disciplines and train them to think critically about universal challenges that confront humanity. When the course is offered as GNST 1308, it will satisfy the General Education goal for "Scientific Understanding." May be repeated for credit if content differs.
GNST 1400 Civilization and the Arts (2-4)
An interdisciplinary study in history and the humanities. Each unit of this course focuses on a single city in a particular historical era and on its total cultural context (art, literature, philosophy, politics, music, and theatre). A major goal is to deepen the student's understanding of civilization, human values, and individual creativeness. GNST 1400 is coded for "Historical Consciousness" and "Humanities." May be repeated for credit if content differs.
GNST 2000/2004/2005/2006 Topics in the Liberal Arts (1-3)
Focuses on a great book, individual, idea, or interdisciplinary theme in the liberal arts. Content is balanced with critical inquiry, emphasizing a search for the interrelatedness of ideas, values, and consequences. When the course is offered as GNST 2004 it will satisfy the General Education goal for "Humanities." GNST 2005 will be coded for "Values," and GNST 2006 for "Cultural Understanding." May be repeated for credit if content differs.
GNST 2200 Transfer Student Seminar (3)
These interdisciplinary seminars for transfer students combine academic inquiry with the development and improvement of fundamental academic skills, especially critical thinking and communications (the ability to write, read, listen, and speak effectively). Classes are small and require student participation. Topics vary from seminar to seminar and year to year. Prerequisite: transfer student status.
GNST 2500 Honors Seminar (3)
An interdisciplinary honors seminar designed for freshman and sophomore students. The course addresses significant issues and topics using a combination of great books and contemporary writings. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit if content differs.
GNST 3500 Liberal Arts Seminar (3)
An interdisciplinary seminar for upper-division students. Topics will be chosen at the discretion of the instructor and announced on a semester-to-semester basis. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. May be repeated for credit if content differs.
GNST 4000 Senior Overview (0-6)
The overview is a final project for a Self-Designed Interdisciplinary Major (SIM) candidate and demonstrates the student's mastery of the chosen area of study. This final project can take many forms, a thesis, a performance, a practicum or other appropriate project. An overview which involves a performance, a practicum or another kind of project must also include a written component.

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International Human Rights

The international human rights program at Webster University seeks to encourage greater understanding of international human rights standards, problems, and solutions. It provides four organized curricular options for students interested in the study of human rights and/or interested in careers in human rights and humanitarian support, study, advocacy, and protection. These are: a major, a minor, a certificate program, and an emphasis within the international studies major. For more information, please go to the Philosophy Department section for the Human Rights major, minor and certificate, or look under International Studies in this section for the International Studies major with an emphasis in human rights..

International Human Rights Core Faculty

Sarita Cargas, Philosophy
Andrea Miller, Philosophy
Paul Moriarty, Philosophy
Art Sandler, Philosophy
Don Conway-Long, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Michael Hulsizer, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Allan MacNeill, History, Politics, and International Relations
Kate Parsons, Philosophy
Kelly-Kate Pease, History, Politics, and International Relations
Warren Rosenblum, History, Politics, and International Relations
Linda Woolf, Behavioral and Social Sciences

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International Studies

Majors and Degrees Offered

International Studies (B.A.)
International Studies Certificate

About the Program

Why pursue international studies? We live in an interdependent world. Daily headlines, national policies, and regional economics are shaped by people all around the globe. World forces affect our academic choices, career opportunities, and shopping lists--even the water we drink and the air we breathe. As more businesses and organizations expand globally, we as individuals are going global too, surfing the Web and e-mailing across the seas to pursue our personal and professional goals. Following this trend, international studies provides a context for studying social and natural sciences, business and commerce, the humanities, fine arts, and foreign languages within a global context.
International studies provides an interdisciplinary program designed to give students specialized and general global knowledge, second language skills, and significant international experience. Each student will complete the core courses, select a second language, and study abroad or complete an internship (as approved by the Director of the Center for International Education).

International Studies Committee

Donna Campbell, Chair; International Studies Committee, Multidisciplinary Studies
Maxine Bauermeister, Education
Roy Tamashiro, Multidisciplinary Studies
Paula Hansson, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Kathy Corley, Film
Carol Schwab, Math and Computer Science
Jef Awada, Theatre/Dance
Juraj Bohus, Communications
Gloria Grenwald, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Matthew Andrew, Assoc. VP of Development
Bert Barry, Director of International Services
Grant Chapman, Director of International Programs
Deborah Trott Pierce, CIE Director
Calvin Smith, Director of International Recruitment
James Staley, Vice President of Academic Affairs

Resources

The Center for International Education (CIE)

The Center for International Education promotes international opportunities and activities for the University and wider communities. Along with housing the international studies major and certificate programs, the CIE serves as a resource for Webster faculty, staff, and students by providing information on various international fellowships, grants, internships, and other programs. The CIE also sponsors many programs, including the International Studies Symposium Series. Together with other Webster offices, the Center's activities enhance the international atmosphere at Webster.

Study Abroad

Webster's international network of campuses and programs in Europe, Asia, and Latin America allows students ease of mobility and numerous opportunities to study abroad. The Study Abroad Center assists students in their study abroad plans. Additionally, Webster's International Business Internship Exchange Program (in partnership with the state of Missouri) provides the opportunity for internships in Germany, Ghana, Japan, England, and Mexico, while the Department of International Languages and Cultures offers exchange programs in France and Argentina, as well as various short-term study trips.

International Studies (B.A.)

Degree Requirements

36 required credit hours
27 general education credit hours
65 elective credit hours

Program Requirements

Students must choose a concentration in one of the following Areas of Emphasis: Asia, International Film Studies, Global Journalism, International Media Communications, International Business, or International Human Rights, or Latin America.
Student must attain language competency at the 3000 level or above.
Student must participate in an approved Webster University study abroad experience or in an approved international internship.
Student must complete all courses in the major with a grade of C or better.

Core Required Courses

ANSO 1090 Topics in Geography 3 hours
HRTS 1100 Introduction to Human Rights 3 hours
INTL 1500 World Systems Since 1500 3 hours
ISTL 1000 Introduction to International Studies 3 hours
ISTL 4500 International Studies Senior Capstone Course 3 hours

Prerequisite: Junior standing
Culture and Communications Series: choose
one course from the following:

ANSO 1070 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology 3 hours
ANSO 2030 Culture and Communication 3 hours
ILC 2150 Topics in Culture 1-3 hours
MEDC/INTL 3260 International Communications 3 hours

Science and Technology Series:
choose one course from the following:

BIOL 3200 Ecology 3 hours
ISTL 2600 Natural Systems and Sustainable Ecologies 3 hours
PHIL 2360 Environmental Ethics 3 hours
SCIN 1520 Environment 3 hours

For an emphasis in Asia, International Film Studies, Global Journalism, International Media Communications, or International Business choose one course from either of the following categories:
International Arts and Fine Arts

ARHS 22xx International Art History 3 hours
ENGL 1510 Major Dramatists I 3 hours
FLST 2060 Modern World Cinema 4 hours
FLST 2070 History of Animation 3 hours
MUSC 1070 Topics in Music 3 hours
PHOT 2040 History of Photography 3 hours
THEA 2030 History of Theatre 3 hours

Global Civil Society

HRTS 3500 International Human Rights Law 3 hours
HRTS 3700 Human Rights and Business 3 hours
INTL 2030 International Law 3 hours
INTL 3700 International Organizations 3 hours
INTL 2690 Multinational Corporations 3 hours
INTL 3330 Int'l. Economic Integration 3 hours
POLT 1050 Intro to Int'l. Politics 3 hours

For International Human Rights Emphasis: students must choose one course from either of the following categories:
International Arts and Fine Arts

HRTS 3160 Human Rights in Film--Documentary 3 hours
HRTS 3170 Human Rights in Film--Narrative 3 hours

Topics courses as appropriate and approved.

Global Civil Society

HRTS 1500 Current Problems in Human Rights 3 hours
HRTS 3210 Prejudice and Discrimination 3 hours
HRTS 3400 Human Rights and the Environment 3 hours
HRTS 3500 International Human Rights Law 3 hours
HRTS 3600 Genocide and the Holocaust 3 hours
HRTS 3700 Human Rights and Business 3 hours

For an Emphasis in Latin America: students must choose one course from either of the following categories:

International Arts and Fine Art

ENGL 4030 Literature of Latin America 3 hours
FILM FLST 3160/ISTL 2660 Topics: (with Latin American content) –
Latin American Film, Brazilian Culture through Music & Film, etc. 3 hours
PHOT 4000 Photo Workshop (with Latin American content) 3 hours
SPAN 4250 Topics in Literature (with Latin American content) 3 hours
SPAN 4650 Advanced Topics (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours

Global Civil Society

HIST 2440 History of Latin America 3 hours
HRTS 3200 Human Rights Area Studies 3 hours
ILC 4150 Contemporary Issues (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
ISTL 2450 Twentieth-Century Latin America 3 hours
POLT 2550 Politics of Development (with Latin American content) 3 hours
POLT 3400 Comparative Politics (with Latin American content) 3 hours

POLT 4400 Advanced Studies in Comparative Politics: Latin America (or subtitle with Latin American content) 3 hours
Students must earn 12 credit hours, of which 6 must be at the 3000 level or above, in one of the following approved areas of emphasis.

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Asia Emphasis

Students must attain competency of at least one Asian language at the 3000 level or above.
Students must participate in an approved Webster University study abroad experience in Asia or in an approved international internship in Asia.
Students’ senior projects in the capstone course (ISTL 4500) should focus on Asia.
Students must earn 12 credit hours, of which 6 must be at the 3000 level or above, from the following:

RELG 2070 Introduction to Religions of the East 3 hours
ANSO 2100 Peoples and Cultures (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
ARHS 2320 Introduction to Asian Art 3 hours
HIST 2400 Modern Asia 3 hours

MNGT 3100 Issues in Management: Asian Culture and Business 3 hours
POLT 3400 Comparative Politics (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
ISTL 3550 Advanced Topics in Asian Studies 3 hours (maximum 6 credits with prior approval by the International Studies Major advisor.)

International Film Studies Emphasis
Two courses from the following:

FLST 2050 History of Film 3 hours
FLST 2060 Modern World Cinema 4 hours
FLST 2070 History of Animation 3 hours
FLST 3160 Topics in Film (two classes
cross-listed with the Int'l. Studies program)
Prerequisite: FLST 1080 or 2060

Global Journalism Emphasis

JOUR 3080 Global Journalism 3 hours

Three courses from the following:

JOUR 3120 Global Affairs Reporting 3 hours
JOUR 3190 Topics in International Journalism 3 hours
JOUR 3750 Environmental Journalism
and Communications 3 hours
Prerequisite: Jour 1030 or SCIN 1520
JOUR 4220 Advanced Global Journalism 3 hours

International Media Communications Emphasis

MEDC 2800 Cultural Diversity in the Media 3 hours

Three from the following

JOUR 3190 Topics in International Journalism 3 hours
Prerequisite: JOUR 3080
MEDC 3150 Topics In Media Communication (w/Int'l. content) 3 hours
MEDC 3700 Topics in International Communications (w/Int'l. content) 3 hours
MEDC 3800 Topics in Cultural Diversity (with international content) 3 hours
ADVT 3910 International Advertising 3 hours

International Business Emphasis

BUSN 4650 International Business 3 hours
Prerequisite: MNGT 2100
ECON 4720 International Trade and Finance 3 hours
Prerequisite: ECON 2010 and ECON 2020
MNGT 4100 International Management 3 hours
Prerequisite: MNGT 2100 and MNGT 3400
MNGT 4330 International Marketing 3 hours
Prerequisite: MNGT 3500

International Human Rights Emphasis
12 credit hours from among the following
(in addition to any courses selected in the above categories)

HRTS 2500 Current Problems in Human Rights 3 hours
HRTS 3160 Human Rights in Film--Documentary 3 hours
HRTS 3170 Human Rights in Film--Narrative 3 hours
HRTS 3200 Human Rights Area Studies 3 hours
HRTS 3210 Prejudice and Discrimination 3 hours
HRTS 3400 Human Rights and the Environment 3 hours
HRTS 3500 International Human Rights Law 3 hours
HRTS 3600 Genocide and the Holocaust 3 hours
HRTS 3700 Human Rights and Business 3 hours
HRTS 4500 International Field Experience 3 hours

Emphasis in Latin America

Students should complete their international experience in a country relevant to Latin America and show proficiency at the 3000 level or above in a language also relevant to Latin America
One from the following

ISTL 1100 Introduction to Latin American Studies 3 hours
ILC 2150 Topics in Culture (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
SPAN 3150 Culture and Civilization of the Spanish Speaking World: Latin America 3 hours
One from the following

ISTL 2450 Twentieth-Century Latin America 3 hours
POLT 2550 Politics of Development (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
HIST 2440 History of Latin America 3 hours

At least two additional courses with substantial Latin American content drawn from the above or from a list of courses available from the CIE or from the coordinator of Latin American Studies.

Up to 12 credit hours may, with approval, apply both to the international studies major and a second or dual major. This option does not apply to a dual major in international studies and international relations, or to other similarly related areas (such as international human rights or international business).

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International Studies Certificate

The undergraduate international studies certificate is designed to provide students from diverse academic majors and backgrounds an opportunity to participate in an international study option. Any Webster University student may elect to pursue the international studies certificate. The certificate program is also open to individuals not currently enrolled who meet the general requirements for admission to the University. All students completing the program will receive a certificate.
The certificate program is administered by the Center for International Education and has four requirements: a 3-credit-hour core course (ISTL 1000); foreign language competency at the intermediate level, equivalent to four semesters of university-level language study, minimum of 12 credit hours; study abroad for a minimum of 3 credit hours; and 12 credit hours of coursework with a strong international focus, to include at least one upper-division course.
In cases where study abroad is not possible, the committee may be petitioned to approve an independent project or practicum in lieu of the study abroad requirement. All courses for the certificate must be completed with a C or better.

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International Studies Course Listings

ISTL 1000 Introduction to International Studies (1-4)
This course serves to expose students to global issues and to national cultures different from their own. It also introduces students to cross-disciplinary perspectives to key theoretical and methodological issues in international studies. An integral component of the course is the International Studies Symposium Series sponsored by the Center for International Education. This course also serves as an introduction to the international studies certificate course, but is not limited to students pursuing the certificate. This course will be offered at the St. Louis campus only.
ISTL 1050 Continuing Symposium Series (1)
Attendance at the International Studies Symposium Series is mandatory. Two short response papers (or equivalent work assigned by the instructor) required. May be repeated for credit if content differs. Prerequisite: ISTL 1000.
ISTL 1100 Introduction to Latin American Studies (3)
An interdisciplinary survey of the cultures and people of Latin America. Introduces students to the accomplishments and problems of Latin Americans and to the concepts and methodologies employed in area studies.
ISTL 1492 Topics in Latin American Studies (3)
A topical course integrating distance learning and/or attendance at lectures, films, plays, and artistic performances with class discussions and other more traditional academic requirements. May be repeated when content differs.
ISTL 2450 Twentieth-Century Latin America (3)
(Formerly ISTL 3250) This course analyzes the history of Latin America since independence with a focus on the twentieth century. As well as looking at political events, students will uncover the cultural and social history of the region with an emphasis on issues of class, race, and gender. Cross-listed with HIST 2450 when appropriate.
ISTL 2500 International Field Experience in
International Studies (1-6)
For students undertaking travel and research into a specific topic through direct contact with the material or people studied, outside academic confines in a country other than that of the student's home campus. Requires prior and follow-up consultation with an appropriate faculty member approved by the director of the Center for Inter-national Education or a site academic director. The student must prepare a portfolio, to include an advance description of the intended field experience and projected itinerary; documentation of the travel and experiences; and a summary of and formal reflection on those experiences. Prerequisite: ISTL 1000 or registration in the international studies certificate program or approval of the director of the Center for International Education or the site academic director.
ISTL 2550 Topics in International Studies (3)
Examines various international issues and topics from one or more disciplinary perspectives. This course may be repeated for credit if content differs.
ISTL 2600 Natural Systems and Sustainable Ecologies (3)
Examines ecosystems, how they function, and how they shape and are shaped by human societies. Includes both a comparative and global perspective on environmental issues and ecology.
ISTL 3500 Advanced Topics in International Studies (3)
Allows students to pursue advanced studies in international studies or one of its subfields. Subject matter varies from semester to semester. Prerequisite: junior standing or permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit if content differs. Prerequisites: ISTL 1000 and ISTL 1100.
ISTL 4500 Seminar in International Studies (3)
Thematic topics chosen to encourage interdisciplinary engagement, such that students from different emphasis areas in international studies make special contributions. A senior project related to the student's emphasis area and the seminar theme is required to fulfill the overview requirement of students majoring in international studies.
ISTL 4610 Reading Course (1-4)
Involves preparing a bibliography on a topic chosen by the student, submitting it to the instructor for approval, reading the listed books, meeting with the instructor, and writing papers. Prerequisites: ISTL 1000 and ISTL 2600. May be repeated for credit if content differs.

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Latin American Studies Minor

The minor in Latin American Studies (LAS) seeks to introduce students to a better understanding and awareness of the culture and civilization of Latin America. The curriculum of the LAS minor offers students the opportunity to acquire specialized knowledge of the region and its language, to be informed and sensitive to its many resources and needs, and to understand how this region is both affecting other parts of the world and being affected by them.

Requirements

18 credit hours taken at Webster University as specified below
3 credit hours must be at the 3000 level or above
All courses for the minor must be completed with a grade of C- or better
Language competence (preferably Spanish though other pertinent languages may be considered): four semesters of university language study with a minimum of 12 credit hours, or equivalent to high intermediate according to established Webster foreign language level standards.

Required Courses

ISTL 1100 Introduction to Latin American Studies OR
ILC 2150 Topics in Culture (with appropriate subtitle) OR SPAN 3150 Culture & Civilization of the Spanish Speaking World: Latin America
ISTL 2450 Twentieth-Century Latin America OR
POLT 2550 Politics of Development (with appropriate subtitle) OR
HIST 2450 Third World (with appropriate subtitle)
At least four additional courses with substantial Latin American content drawn from the above or from a list of courses (updated on a semester basis) available from the CIE or from the coordinator of Latin American Studies.

List of qualifying courses:

ENGL 4030 Literature of Latin America 3 hours
FILM 3160 Topics in Film Studies (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
ILC 2000 Study Abroad: Intermediate 1-8 hours
(in appropriate country & appropriate content courses)
ILC 2150 Topics in Culture (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
ILC 3000 Study Abroad: Advanced Level I 1-8 hours
ILC 4000 Study Abroad: Advanced Level II 1-8 hours
(in appropriate country & appropriate content courses)
ILC 4050 Translation (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
ILC 4150 Contemporary Issues (with appropriate subtitle) 1-3 hours
GNST 2000 Topics in the Liberal Arts: Brazilian
Culture and Film 3 hours
HRTS 3200 Human Rights Area Studies (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
ISTL 1492 Topics in Latin American Studies 3 hours
ISTL 2500 Int'l. Field Experience in Int'l. Studies 1-6 hours
(with appropriate subtitle)
ISTL 2550 Topics in Int'l. Studies (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
ISTL 2600 Natural Systems and Sustainable Ecologies 3 hours
ISTL 3500 Advanced Topics in Int'l. Studies 3 hours
(with appropriate subtitle)
POLT 2550 Politics of Development 3hours
(with appropriate subtitle)
POLT 3400 Comparative Politics (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
POLT 4400 Advanced Studies in Comparative 2-4 hours
Politics:Latin Amer. (or appropriate subtitle)
PHOT 2870 International Photojournalism 1-3 hours
(with content relevant to Latin America)
PHOT 4000 Photo Workshop (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
SPAN 3150 Culture & Civilization of the
Spanish Speaking World: Latin American 3 hours
SPAN 4170 Conversation & Culture: Intensive 1 hour
Spanish Language Weekend (with appropriate subtitle)
SPAN 4250 Topics in Literature (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
SPAN 4650 Advanced Topics (with appropriate subtitle) 3 hours
WOMN 2000 Issues in Women's Studies 3 hours
(with appropriate subtitle)

Reading courses with appropriate content, approved in advance,
may also count towards this minor.
Note: Courses with appropriate content but not listed above may be counted towards this minor with permission of the advisor.
Latin American Studies Committee:

Graciela Corvalán, International Languages and Cultures
Daniel Hellinger, History, Politics, and International Relations
Silvia Navia, International Languages and Cultures
Jorge Oliver, Electronic and Photographic Media

Multicultural Studies

Multicultural studies provides a complement to a student's overall educational experience by encompassing a wide range of perspectives on the cultural experience in the United States. By exploring the varying identities and communities that form the United States, students will gain a better understanding of both other cultures and their own. Coursework in multicultural studies will provide students with the background and tools necessary for effective and responsible citizenship in our multicultural society. Students may elect either a minor in Multicultural Studies or a Certificate in Diversity and Identity in the U.S.

Minor in Multicultural Studies

Requirements consist of 18 credit hours taken at Webster University that are designated as multicultural studies courses. MULC 2010 and MULC 4650 are required. Of the remaining 12 hours, 6 must be at the 3000 level or above.
A list of courses appropriate for the multicultural studies minor will be published in the course schedule each semester. In addition to the courses below, other courses that fulfill the multicultural studies minor requirements will be included in the current semester's published list. Please note that the content of topics and issues courses may vary; one should therefore confirm that the course being taught is a qualifying course.

Multicultural Studies Course Listings

MULC 2010 Introduction to Diversity and Identity in the U.S.(3)
Introduces the methods of studying cultural pluralism in the United States, including the dynamics, problems, and rewards resulting from interactions among diverse groups. Strategies for avoiding stereotyping and discrimination; combating institutional and personal oppression and racism; and promoting cultural empathy and cooperation are addressed.
MULC 4650 Seminar in Multicultural Studies (3)
This course provides an opportunity for advanced study in multicultural studies. Content will vary and will include particular focus on race, sexual orientation, age, ability, ethnicity, religion, and other aspects of diversity. Prerequisites: MULC 2010 and 6 additional credit hours of multicultural studies curriculum or permission of the instructor. May be repeated for credit if content differs.

MULC 4900 Independent Research Project (0)

An independent project required of all students earning the Certificate in Multicultural Studies. Students who wish to earn the Certificate in Multicultural Studies must submit an independent research project. Students must propose a research project relevant to multicultural issues in the United States by the end of the fourth week of the semester they wish to receive the certificate, and upon approval, complete the project, and present it to the Multicultural Studies committee no later than two weeks before the end of the semester. The format and content of the project is flexible. In addition, students must submit a 500-word self-reflective learning statement related to the project.

List of Qualifying Courses

Courses qualifying for the multicultural studies minor; please see course schedule for listing of courses offered each semester. New courses are added to this list periodically.

ANSO 1070 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology 3 hours
ANSO 1080 Human Evolution 3 hours
ANSO 2000 Issues in Contemporary Society:
Men and Masculinities 3 hours
ANSO 2000 Issues in Contemporary Society:
Understanding the Other through Film 3 hours
ANSO 2100 People and Cultures 3 hours
ANSO 2030 Culture and Communication 3 hours
ANSO 2040 North American Indians:

Pre-Columbian to 1870 3 hours

ANSO 2050 North American Indians: 1870 to the Present 3 hours
ANSO/PSYC 2425 Women: Power, Place, and Person 3 hours
ANSO 2560 Social Movements 3 hours
ANSO 3000 Topics in Anthropology/Sociology:
Women's Voices 3 hours
ANSO 3900 Family and Kinship 3 hours
ANSO 3960 Ethnic and Minority Relations 3 hours
ANSO 4200 Class, Status, and Power 3 hours
ANSO/PSYC 4275 Gender and Sex Roles 3 hours
ARHS 3390 Art and Art Cultures 3 hours
EDUC 2900 The Exceptional Individual 3 hours
EDUC 4440 Inclusion Strategies in the Regular Classroom 3 hours
ENGL 1060 Protest Literature 3 hours
ENGL 2110 Perspectives: California Dreamin'
and the Multiethnic Literature of California 3 hours
ENGL 2110 Perspectives: Literature of Oppression
and Resistance 3 hours
ENGL 2110 Perspectives: Contemporary
Multiethnic Literature of the United States 3 hours
ENGL 3500 Contexts: Prize-Winning American Authors 3 hours
HIST 1010 Topics in History: America in the '60s 3 hours
HIST 1500 American Studies: Native Americans 3 hours
HIST 2000 Social History: Working Class America 3 hours
HIST 2320 African-American History 3 hours
HIST 3060 History Roundtable: The Life and
Legacy of Malcolm X 3 hours
HIST 3060 History Roundtable: The American South 3 hours
HLSC 3100 Diversity in Health 3 hours
LEGL 2080 Topics in Law: Gender and Law 3 hours
MATH 4320 Mathematics Methods for Disabled Learners 3 hours
MEDC 2800 Cultural Diversity in the Media 3 hours
MEDC 3800 Studies in Cultural Diversity 3 hours
MUSC 1070 Topics in Music: Introduction to World Music 3 hours
MUSC 1070 Topics in Music: The African-American
Musical Experience 3 hours
MUSC 1070 Topics in Music: Introduction to Jazz 3 hours
NURS 3600 Topics in Nursing: Issues in
African-American Health 3 hours
NURS 3600 Topics in Nursing: Care of Elderly
in Diverse Settings 3 hours
NURS 3600 Topics in Nursing: Caring
for Vulnerable Populations 3 hours
PHIL 2540 American Philosophy 3 hours
POLT 2070 Politics of Race and Ethnicity 3 hours
PSYC 2000 Issues in Contemporary Psychology:
Sexual Identity: LGB issues 3 hours
PSYC 2000 Issues in Contemporary Psychology:
Alien Minds and Cultures 3 hours
PSYC 2000 Issues in Contemporary Psychology:
Self-Esteem and Identity 3 hours
PSYC 2000 Issues in Contemporary Psychology:
Understanding Gender Difference in Film 3 hours
PSYC 3000 Topics in Psychology: Multicultural
Issues in Psychology 3 hours
PSYC 3000 Topics in Psychology: Cross-Cultural
Perspectives of the Child 3 hours
PSYC 3650 Prejudice and Discrimination 3 hours
RELG 1060 World Religions 3 hours
RELG 2030 Contemporary Topics: Religious Pluralism 3 hours
RELG 2050 Religion and Human Values: Malcolm X
and the American Dream 3 hours
RELG 2420 Religion and Culture 3 hours
RELG 2500 Gender, Culture, and Religion 3 hours
THEA 3040 Topics in Theatre: Images of Gays
and Lesbians in Twentieth-Century Theatre 3 hours
WOMN 3000 Topics in Women's Studies:
The Women's Music Movement 3 hours
WOMN 3000 Topics in Women's Studies:
Women's Voices 3 hours

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Certificate in Diversity and Identity in the U.S.

The program in Multicultural Studies offers a Certificate in Diversity and Identity in the U.S., which provides students from all academic backgrounds the opportunity to identify multicultural studies as a particular area of interest. Students will gain a solid foundation in issues of diversity and identity across the many subcultures of the United States as well as their particular area of interest with the discipline. Students will complete six credits hours of coursework that broadly explores multicultural issues and six credit hours of courses that address more specific topics in the field. Finally, students will present a self-selected project to the Multicultural Studies Committee.
Classes taken as part of a student’s undergraduate major may be used toward the certificate.

Requirements

Completion of the Certificate requires 18 credit hours and a 0-credit hour independent research project, distributed in the following manner:
Three core courses

MULC 2010 Intro to Identity & Diversity in the U.S. 3 credit hours
MULC 4650 Seminar in Multicultural Studies 3 credit hours
MULC 4900* Independent Research Project 0 credit hours

*(new course)
Two courses from Category One (Category One represents broad study in multiculturalism.)

ANSO 3960 Ethnic and Minority Relations (3)
ANSO 4200 Class, Status, and Power (3)
EDUC 3150 Education in a Diverse Society (3)
ENGL 2086 Contemporary Multiethnic Literature of the U.S. (3)
HLSC 3100 Diversity in Health (3)
HRTS 3210 Prejudice and Discrimination (3)
MEDC 2800 Cultural Diversity in the Media (3)
MEDC 3800 Studies in Cultural Diversity (3)
NURS 4370 Cultural Care Nursing (3)
POLT 2070 Politics of Race and Ethnicity (3)
PSYC 3650 Prejudice and Discrimination (3)
RELG 2420 Religion and Culture (3)

Two courses from Category Two (Category Two represents in-depth study of particular subcultures.)

ANSO 2040 North American Indians: Pre-Columbian-1870 (3)
ANSO 2050 North American Indians: 1870-Present (3)
ANSO 4275 Gender and Sex Roles (3)
EDUC 2900 The Exceptional Individual (3)
HIST 1500 American Studies: Native Americans (3)
HIST 2320 African American History (3)
HIST 3060 History Roundtable: The Life and Legacy of Malcolm X (3)
LEGL 2080 Topics in Law: Gender and Law (3)
MATH 4320 Mathematics Methods for Disabled Learners (3)
MUSC 1070 Topics in Music: The African American Musical Experience (3)
MUSC 3170 Jazz History I (3)
MUSC 3180 Jazz History II (3)
NURS 3600 Topics in Nursing: Care of Elderly in Diverse Settings (3)
PHIL 3370 Philosophy and Women (3)
PSYC 2000 Issues in Contemporary Psychology: Sexual Identity LBG Issues (3)
PSYC 2000 Issues in Contemporary Psychology: Alien Minds and Cultures (3)
PSYC 2000 Issues in Contemporary Psychology: Understanding Gender Difference in Film (3)
PSYC 2950 Adulthood and Aging
PSYC 3000 Topics in Psychology: Multicultural Issues in Psychology (3)
PSYC 3000 Topics in Psychology: Cross-cultural Perspectives of the Child (3)
PSYC 4275 Gender and Sex Roles (3)
RELG 2050 Religion and Human Values: Malcolm X and the American Dream (3)
RELG 2500 Gender, Culture, and Religion (3)
WOMN 1010 Studying Women Across the Disciplines (3)

These lists will be updated periodically. Other relevant courses may be substituted upon petition to and approval by the Multicultural Studies Committee.

Certificate in Diversity and Identity in the U.S.

The program in Multicultural Studies offers a Certificate in Diversity and Identity in the U.S. , which provides students from all academic backgrounds the opportunity to identify multicultural studies as a particular area of interest. Students will gain a solid foundation in issues of diversity and identity across the many subcultures of the United States as well as their particular area of interest with the discipline. Students will complete six credits hours of coursework that broadly explores multicultural issues and six credit hours of courses that address more specific topics in the field. Finally, students will present a self-selected project to the Multicultural Studies Committee.

Classes taken as part of a student's undergraduate major may be used toward the certificate.

Requirements

Completion of the Certificate requires 18 credit hours and a 0-credit hour independent research project, distributed in the following manner:

Three core courses

MULC 2010 Intro to Identity & Diversity in the U.S. 3 credit hours
MULC 4650 Seminar in Multicultural Studies 3 credit hours
MULC 4900* Independent Research Project 0 credit hours

*(new course)

Two courses from Category One ( Category One represents broad study in multiculturalism.)

ANSO 3960 Ethnic and Minority Relations (3)
ANSO 4200 Class, Status, and Power (3)
EDUC 3150 Education in a Diverse Society (3)
ENGL 2086 Contemporary Multiethnic Literature of the U.S. (3)
HLSC 3100 Diversity in Health (3)
HRTS 3210 Prejudice and Discrimination (3)
MEDC 2800 Cultural Diversity in the Media (3)
MEDC 3800 Studies in Cultural Diversity (3)
NURS 4370 Cultural Care Nursing (3)
POLT 2070 Politics of Race and Ethnicity (3)
PSYC 3650 Prejudice and Discrimination (3)
RELG 2420 Religion and Culture (3)

Two courses from Category Two (Category Two represents in-depth study of particular subcultures.)

ANSO 2040 North American Indians: Pre-Columbian-1870 (3)
ANSO 2050 North American Indians: 1870-Present (3)
ANSO 4275 Gender and Sex Roles (3)
EDUC 2900 The Exceptional Individual (3)
HIST 1500 American Studies: Native Americans (3)
HIST 2320 African American History (3)
HIST 3060 History Roundtable: The Life and Legacy of Malcolm X (3)
LEGL 2080 Topics in Law: Gender and Law (3)
MATH 4320 Mathematics Methods for Disabled Learners (3)
MUSC 1070 Topics in Music: The African American Musical Experience (3)
MUSC 3170 Jazz History I (3)
MUSC 3180 Jazz History II (3)
NURS 3600 Topics in Nursing: Care of Elderly in Diverse Settings (3)
PHIL 3370 Philosophy and Women (3)
PSYC 2000 Issues in Contemporary Psychology: Sexual Identity LBG Issues (3)
PSYC 2000 Issues in Contemporary Psychology: Alien Minds and Cultures (3)
PSYC 2000 Issues in Contemporary Psychology: Understanding Gender Difference in Film (3)
PSYC 2950 Adulthood and Aging
PSYC 3000 Topics in Psychology: Multicultural Issues in Psychology (3)
PSYC 3000 Topics in Psychology: Cross-cultural Perspectives of the Child (3)
PSYC 4275 Gender and Sex Roles (3)
RELG 2050 Religion and Human Values: Malcolm X and the American Dream (3)
RELG 2500 Gender, Culture, and Religion (3)
WOMN 1010 Studying Women Across the Disciplines (3)

These lists will be updated periodically. Other relevant courses may be substituted upon petition to and approval by the Multicultural Studies Committee.

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Self-Designed Interdisciplinary Major (SIM)

Self-Designed Interdisciplinary Major (SIM)
B.A. College of Arts and Sciences

Webster University offers a Self-Designed Interdisciplinary Major (SIM). The SIM is for students who wish to design their own major. The SIM major receives a B.A. from the College of Arts and Sciences.
The SIM allows a student to pursue a unique area of concentration (a major) combining course work from multiple departments and academic subject areas. The SIM fulfills the requirement for study in depth just as a traditional major does, combining work in three or more areas of study.
Self-designed interdisciplinary majors include:

36 to 64 hours of course work with a minimum of 12 credits completed at the 3000 or 4000 level;
courses drawn from at least two distinct academic departments or interdisciplinary programs and at least three different disciplines;
a senior overview project.

Students must meet all Webster University graduation requirements, including 27 credit hours of general credit courses. A SIM, like all majors at Webster University, must meet the residency requirement of successful completion of at least 30 hours of your final 36 credit hours registered for and earned directly from Webster University. The interested student submits a proposal before his/her senior year. For more information, contact the Coordinator of Experiential Learning at 314-246-8054.

Women's Studies Minor and Certificate

"Man" is commonly used as a generic term considered to be representative of all of humankind. This linguistic choice reflects our tendency to view men as central actors, thereby ignoring half of the world population. Women's studies redresses this tendency. Feminist analysis focuses attention on the importance of gender, and thus provides a lens through which to examine a wide range of topics and academic disciplines. It raises crucial questions about what is studied and how research is conducted and how the data that have been collected are analyzed and used. Students may elect either a minor or a certificate in women's studies.

Requirements

18 credit hours taken at Webster University and designated as part of women's studies. Although the courses WOMN 1010 Studying Women Across the Disciplines, WOMN 2010 Feminist and Gender Theory, and WOMN 4650 Seminar in Women's Studies are strongly recommended, they are not requirements for the minor in women's studies. Of these 18 credit hours, 9 credit hours must be at the 3000 level or above.

Women's Studies Course Listings

WOMN 1010 Studying Women Across the Disciplines (3)
An interdisciplinary course designed by the Women’s Studies Committee at Webster to introduce students to feminist scholarship in a variety of disciplines. This course will be taught by a team of instructors, each one teaching from the perspective of his/her discipline.
WOMN 2000 Topics in Women's Studies (3)
An intermediate level exploration of topics related to gender issues, e.g., cultural and social developments in the arts, sciences, and social sciences. Topics vary with semester and may be repeated for credit if content differs.
WOMN 2010 Feminist and Gender Theory (3)
A course designed to introduce students to feminist and gender theory and serve as a foundation for further study of gender across the disciplines.
WOMN 3000 Topics in Women's Studies (3)
An advanced, in-depth analysis of topics related to gender issues, e.g., cultural and social developments in the arts, sciences, and social sciences. Topics vary with semester and may be repeated for credit if content differs. Prerequisite: 6 credit hours in classes designated as women's studies courses.
WOMN 4650 Seminar in Women's Studies (3)
An advanced course for students with experience in women's studies. This course also provides an opportunity for integrating previous coursework in women's studies. Prerequisites: 6 credit hours of classes designated as women's studies courses and junior or senior standing. May be repeated for credit if content differs.
These courses are also Women's Studies classes:

ANSO 2000 Issues in Contemporary Society: 3 hours

Gender and Globalization
Men and Masculinities
Sexual Identity: LBG Issues
Understanding Gender Differences in Film
Women in the U.S. Economy

ANSO/PSYC 2425: Women, Power, Place, and Person 3 hours
ANSO 3000 Topics in Anthropology/Sociology: 3 hours

Female Sexuality and Society
Feminist Theory

ANSO/PSYC 3000 Topics in Anthropology/
Sociology/Psychology: 3 hours

Cultural Constructions of Masculinities
Violence Against Women

ANSO 3900 Family and Kinship 3 hours
ANSO/PSYC 4275 Gender and Sex Roles 3 hours
ENGL 3140 Women Create Women in Literature 3 hours
ENGL 3150 Men Create Women in Literature 3 hours
HIST 2060 Gender and Family 3 hours
HLSC 3200 Issues in Women's Health 3 hours
LEGL 2080 Topics in Law: 3 hours

International Human Rights Law
Speaking of Sex: Women and Law
Violence Against Women

MEDC 3800 Studies in Cultural Diversity 3 hours

Lesbian, Gary, Bisexual, Transgender Images in the Media
Women in Film 1940-present

MNGT 3470 Women in Management 3 hours
MUSC 1070 Topics in Music: Women and Song 3 hours
NURS 3500 Issues in Women's Health 3 hours
NURS 3600 Topics In Nursing: The Practice of Mothering 3 hours
PHIL 3370 Philosophy and Women 3 hours
POLT 2060 Politics and Gender 3 hours
PSYC 2700 Psychology of Women 3 hours
RELG 2500 Gender, Culture, and Religion 3 hours

Priestess, Harlot, Wife & Slave
Women Images In Sacred Texts
Women's Spirituality

WRIT 4000 Topics in Professional Writing: Gender and Communication 3 hours

Women's Studies Certificate

The certificate in women's studies provides students from diverse academic backgrounds the opportunity to identify women's studies as a particular area of interest and to integrate their academic knowledge with first-hand research and/or activities related to issues of gender. Classes taken as part of a student's undergraduate major or minor may be used toward the certificate.

Certificate Requirements

Completion of the certificate requires 18 credit hours including the following:

1. Two required courses designed for the certificate:

WOMN 1010 Studying Women Across the Disciplines 3 hours
WOMN 3000 Topics in Women's Studies 3 hours OR
WOMN 4650 Seminar in Women's Studies 3 hours

2. Completion of an independent library research project in the field of women's studies and/or a participant action research project within a feminist organization during the last 30 credit hours of study at Webster. This requirement can be fulfilled through WOMN 4650 Seminar in Women's Studies or through a research class where the instructor agrees to work with the student in a project approved by the Women's Studies Advisory Committee.

3. At least three courses from at least two of the following groups. Each group represents important domains of study connected to women's experience.

GROUP 1:

ANSO/PSYC 4275 Gender and Sex Roles 3 hours
PSYC 2700 Psychology of Women 3 hours
ANSO 3900 Family and Kinship 3 hours

GROUP 2:

HIST 2060 Gender and Family 3 hours
POLT 2060 Politics and Gender 3 hours
HLSC 3200 or NURS 3500 Issues in Women's Health 3 hours
MNGT 3470 Women in Management 3 hours

GROUP 3:

RELG 2500 Gender, Culture, and Religion 3 hours
PHIL 3370 Philosophy and Women 3 hours
ENGL 3140 Women Create Women 3 hours
ENGL 3150 Men Create Women in Literature 3 hours

4. One additional elective chosen from those courses designated as part of the women's studies minor (see minor above).

Women's Studies Advisory Committee:

Seena Kohl, Co-Chair, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Danielle MacCartney, Co-Chair, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Maxine Bauermeister, Education
Anna Barbara Sakurai, Math and Computer Science
Emily Thompson, International Languages and Cultures
Beckah Voigt, Theatre and Dance
Noriko Yuasa, Art
Other Members:

Jenny Broeder, Nursing
Linda H. Collins, History, Politics, and International Relations
Don Conway-Long, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Ellen Elicieri, Emerson Library
Darlaine Gardetto, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Anne Geraghty-Rathert, Legal Studies
Laurel Hayes, Religious Studies
Renata MacDougal, Religious Studies
Anne McIlhaney, English
Andrea Miller, Human Rights
Monica Moore, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Kate Parsons, Philosophy
Britt-Marie Schiller, Philosophy
Meg Sempreora, English
Annie Stevens, Religious Studies
Gerry Tierney, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Karen Trinkle, Music
Julia Walsh, History, Politics, and International Relations
Gwyneth Williams, History, Politics, and International Relations

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