Spring 2023 Gender and Women's Studies

Location: 1802 UH; Phone: (312) 996-2441.

Last generated: Friday, May 19 2023 01:05 PM UTC

NOTE: 500 level courses require graduate standing

GWS 101

Gender in Everyday Life

3 hours. Individual and Society, and US Society course. To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
15129DIS - AD09:00 AM - 09:50 AMFARR2ONLGlassmeyer, EMeet online at set times
20907DIS - AD210:00 AM - 10:50 AMFARR2ONLGlassmeyer, EMeet online at set times
19433DIS - AD311:00 AM - 11:50 AMF1162SHJayaraman, NMeet on campus
33412DIS - AD502:00 PM - 02:50 PMF24172ETMSWMcMackin, MMeet on campus
33413DIS - AD612:00 PM - 12:50 PMF1042SHJayaraman, NMeet on campus
42731DIS - AD701:00 PM - 01:50 PMF24172ETMSWMcMackin, MMeet on campus
15130LEC - AL10:00 AM - 10:50 AMMWARR2ONLAsh, JMeet online at set times

GWS 102

Global Perspectives on Women and Gender

3 hours. Individual and Society, and World Cultures course. To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
15131DIS - AD109:00 AM - 09:50 AMFARR2ONLChaet, JMeet online at set times
15132DIS - AD210:00 AM - 10:50 AMFARR2ONLChaet, JMeet online at set times
15133DIS - AD311:00 AM - 11:50 AMF2032SHDarwich, LMeet on campus
19429DIS - AD402:00 PM - 02:50 PMF24192ETMSWGhosh, RMeet on campus
19430DIS - AD512:00 PM - 12:50 PMF2112SHDarwich, LMeet on campus
19431DIS - AD601:00 PM - 01:50 PMF24192ETMSWGhosh, RMeet on campus
15134LEC - AL111:00 AM - 11:50 AMMW2412ARCCeleste, MOn campus and online

GWS 203

Introduction to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Studies

3 hours.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
28370LCD12:00 PM - 12:50 PMMWF2202SHBrown, DOn campus and online

GWS 204

Gender and Popular Culture

3 hours. Same as COMM 204. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above; or consent of the instructor. Recommended background: Credit or concurrent registration in GWS 101 or Credit or concurrent registration in COMM 102 or Credit or concurrent registration in GWS 102 or Credit or concurrent registration in COMM 103. Individual and Society, and US Society course.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
30324LCD03:00 PM - 04:15 PMMW2152BSBCeleste, MOn campus and online

GWS 205

Disability, Race, Class and Gender

3 hours. Same as DHD 205. Individual and Society course.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
39936LCDARRANGEDARR2ONLCutler, C; McAdams, O; Miller, A; Nazar, M; Nishida, A; Torres, WOnline with deadlines

GWS 211

Sex and Gender in the Ancient World

3 hours. Same as CL 211. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
43716LCD09:30 AM - 10:45 AMMW2192BSBBurns, KMeet on campus
This class will explore the construction of gender and its relationship to love and sexuality in the ancient world through literature and art. Students will read excerpts from epic poetry, drama, ancient novels, satire, as well as inscriptions and graffiti. They will also analyze visual evidence from ancient sculptures and paintings. Additionally, the course will introduce students to the history of ancient gender scholarship. Topics to be covered include the ancient gender spectrum, homoeroticism, social concepts related to female sexuality, ancient sex work, and the construction of alternative gender and sexual identities. The class will be taught on campus, and all readings will be in English. Please note that this course will include frank discussion of some very difficult topics, including pederasty and sexual assault.

GWS 224

Gender and Society

3 hours. Same as SOC 224. Prerequisite(s): SOC 100 or GWS 101 or GWS 102. Individual and Society, and US Society course.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
30209LCD08:00 AM - 09:15 AMTRF0032LCFBaba, E; Via, EMeet on campus

GWS 238

Biology of Women

3 hours. Same as ANTH 238. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in ANTH 105; or consent of the instructor. Individual and Society, and Natural World - No Lab course. To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Lecture and one Discussion.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
44400DIS - AD109:30 AM - 10:45 AMW21052BSBSpencer, TMeet on campus
44399LEC - AL109:30 AM - 10:45 AMM21052BSBSpencer, TMeet on campus

GWS 245

Introduction to Gender, Sexuality and Literature

3 hours. Same as ENGL 245. Creative Arts, and Individual and Society course.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
46711LCD08:00 AM - 09:15 AMTR1132BSBRupert, JMeet on campus
46715LCD05:00 PM - 06:15 PMTR1132BSBO'Connor, JMeet on campus

GWS 247

Women and Literature

3 hours. Same as ENGL 247. Creative Arts, and Individual and Society course.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
46717LCD08:00 AM - 09:15 AMTR1612BSBMcManaman, AMeet on campus
46712LCD12:30 PM - 01:45 PMTR1132BSBCostello, VMeet on campus

GWS 261

Reading Black Women Writing

3 hours. Same as BLST 261 and ENGL 261. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in a 100-level Black Studies or African American literature course; or consent of the instructor.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
38024LCD09:30 AM - 10:45 AMTR2202SHWilliamson, TMeet on campus

GWS 263

Asian American Gender and Sexual Diversity

3 hours. Same as GLAS 263. Previously listed as ASAM 263. Prerequisite(s): ASAM 123 or ASAM 125 or GWS 101 or GWS 102. Individual and Society, and US Society course.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
33402LCD03:30 PM - 06:00 PMW2202SHMenon, SMeet on campus

GWS 292

History and Theories of Feminism

3 hours. Same as HIST 292. Recommended background: GWS 101 or GWS 102.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
24653LCD12:30 PM - 01:45 PMTR2072THFair, FMeet on campus

GWS 294

Topics in Gender and Women's Studies

1 TO 3 hours. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor or one gender and women's studies course.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
37069LCD09:30 AM - 10:45 AMMW2052LHDiaz Martin, EOn campus and online
3 hours Contemporary Latina Narratives Contemporary Latina Narratives. Same as LALS 292. From Abuelita Knowledge to Femme Tech: This course explores how Latina cultural producers narrate and come to understand their subject positions as sexed, gendered, (dis)abled, classed, and racialized subjects. Texts will be put in conversation with Chicana/Third-Space /Latina/Femme feminist theories.
21138LCD12:30 PM - 01:45 PMTR3042LHPhan, JMeet on campus
3 hours Special Topics Contesting Refuge. Decolonial Visions in Vietnamese Diaspora.Same as GLAS 290 & HIST 281.

GWS 315

Psychology of Women and Gender

3 hours. Same as PSCH 315. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in PSCH 242 or consent of the instructor.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
31951LCD12:30 PM - 01:45 PMTR3092BHSchroeder, RMeet on campus

GWS 356

Constitutional Law: Women, Gender and Privacy

3 hours. Same as BLST 356, and POLS 356. Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in POLS 101 or grade of C or better in POLS 112 or grade of C or better in BLST 100 or grade of C or better in BLST 103 or grade of C or better in GWS 101; or consent of the instructor.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
28466LCD09:30 AM - 10:45 AMTR1202THLyles, KMeet on campus

GWS 390

Feminism and Social Change

3 hours. Prerequisite(s): GWS 101 and GWS 102 and GWS 292; and junior standing or above.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
15139DIS02:00 PM - 03:15 PMTR2022LHWilliamson, TMeet on campus

GWS 396

Independent Study/Research

1 TO 3 hours. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours. Students may register in more than one section per term. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and consent of the instructor. Departmental Approval Required This course counts toward the limited number of independent study hours accepted toward the degree and the major.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
21591CNFARRANGEDBrier, J
46247CNFARRANGEDCeleste, M
11523CNFARRANGEDFair, F
11524CNFARRANGEDGutierrez, E
11526CNFARRANGEDJackson, L
37250CNFARRANGEDKapadia, R
11527CNFARRANGEDMoruzzi, N
37248CNFARRANGEDNaber, N
11522CNFARRANGEDNishida, A
30815CNFARRANGEDRansby, B
11528CNFARRANGEDReddy, G
11529CNFARRANGEDRichie, B
46248CNFARRANGEDTekobbe, C

GWS 407

Advanced Seminar in Queer and Trans Studies

3 OR 4 hours. Extensive computer use required. Prerequisite(s): GWS 101 and GWS 102; or GWS 203; or graduate standing. Recommended background: GWS 403.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
46149LCD03:00 PM - 05:30 PMW2692BSBKapadia, ROn campus and online
3 hours Restricted to Undergrad - Chicago.
46150LCD03:00 PM - 05:30 PMW2692BSBKapadia, ROn campus and online
4 hours Restricted to Graduate - Chicago or Graduate Non-Degree Chicago.

GWS 409

Women and Gender in the Middle East

3 OR 4 hours. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite(s): GWS 255; or graduate standing; or consent of the instructor.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
44933LCD03:30 PM - 06:00 PMT2142LHMoruzzi, NOn campus and online
3 hours Restricted to Undergrad - Chicago.
44934LCD03:30 PM - 06:00 PMT2142LHMoruzzi, NOn campus and online
4 hours Restricted to Graduate - Chicago or Graduate Non-Degree Chicago.

GWS 424

Gender, Crime, and Justice

3 OR 4 hours. Same as CLJ 424. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite(s): Two 200-level CLJ courses; junior standing or above; or consent of the instructor.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
42948LCD06:00 PM - 08:30 PMMA0042LCAMartensen, KMeet on campus
3 hours Restricted to Undergrad - Chicago.
42949LCD06:00 PM - 08:30 PMMA0042LCAMartensen, KMeet on campus
4 hours Restricted to Graduate - Chicago or Graduate Non-Degree Chicago.

GWS 425

Sociology of Gender

3 OR 4 hours. Same as SOC 424. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite(s): SOC 224, or any 100 or 200-level GWS course and an additional 200 or 300-level elective in sociology or gender and women studies; Junior standing or above; or graduate standing; or consent of the instructor. Restricted to Undergrad - Chicago.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
31953LCD09:30 AM - 10:45 AMMW2082THClingan, LMeet on campus
3 hours

GWS 439

Gender and Cultural Production

3 OR 4 hours. Same as CEES 439 and GER 439. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. May be repeated up to 1 time(s) if topics vary. Taught in English. Students who intend to use GER 439/GWS 439 toward a degree offered by the Department in Germanic Studies will do assignments in German. Area: Literature/Culture. Prerequisite(s): GER 212 or consent of the instructor.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
29257LCD03:30 PM - 06:00 PMT2052LHHall, SOn campus and online
3 hours "Feminist Film Practice in Germany, Austria and the Transnational Beyond" Centering on films connected with German-speaking parts of the world, this course will explore the plurality of late 20th and early 21st century feminist filmmaking practice and mobilize current intersectional feminist approaches to film criticism and research in film studies. Filmmakers include Maren Ade, Sheri Hagen, Ines Johnson-Spain, Branwen Okpako, Helke Sander, Ula Stckl, Angela Schanelec, Tatjana Turanskyj, and Margarethe von Trotta. The course will be taught in English and all readings will be available in English and films will have English subtitles. The films will be watched outside of class as part of weekly homework assignments. Restricted to Undergrad - Chicago.
29258LCD03:30 PM - 06:00 PMT2052LHHall, SOn campus and online
4 hours "Feminist Film Practice in Germany, Austria and the Transnational Beyond" Centering on films connected with German-speaking parts of the world, this course will explore the plurality of late 20th and early 21st century feminist filmmaking practice and mobilize current intersectional feminist approaches to film criticism and research in film studies. Filmmakers include Maren Ade, Sheri Hagen, Ines Johnson-Spain, Branwen Okpako, Helke Sander, Ula Stckl, Angela Schanelec, Tatjana Turanskyj, and Margarethe von Trotta. The course will be taught in English and all readings will be available in English and films will have English subtitles. The films will be watched outside of class as part of weekly homework assignments. Restricted to Graduate - Chicago or Graduate Non-Degree Chicago.

GWS 455

Advanced Seminar in Feminism and Justice

3 OR 4 hours. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours of credit for undergraduates, or 8 hours of credit for graduate students. May be repeated if topics vary. Prerequisite(s): GWS 101 and GWS 102. Recommended Background: SJ 101 or SJ 201.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
43738LCD03:30 PM - 06:00 PMRARR2ONLGutierrez, EMeet online at set times
3 hours This seminar provides an introductory interdisciplinary approach to exploring the politics of reproduction in the United States. Rooted in an intersectional social justice framework that centers the experiences and epistemologies of BIPOC, queer and disability communities, students will learn about and engage the histories, organizations, theories, practices and of the movement for reproductive justice. We see these efforts as distinct from reproductive rights, and move from rights centered analyses with the following. Restricted to Undergrad - Chicago.
43739LCD03:30 PM - 06:00 PMRARR2ONLGutierrez, EMeet online at set times
4 hours This seminar provides an introductory interdisciplinary approach to exploring the politics of reproduction in the United States. Rooted in an intersectional social justice framework that centers the experiences and epistemologies of BIPOC, queer and disability communities, students will learn about and engage the histories, organizations, theories, practices and of the movement for reproductive justice. We see these efforts as distinct from reproductive rights, and move from rights centered analyses with the following. Restricted to Graduate - Chicago or Graduate Non-Degree Chicago.

GWS 494

Advanced Topics in Gender and Women's Studies

3 OR 4 hours. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. Prerequisite(s): Senior or graduate standing.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
46726S103:30 PM - 06:00 PMR2092JHHughes, AOn campus and online
3 hours Same as MUSE 400 and MUSE 546. This course integrates curatorial practices, critical theory, and popular education strategies to examine the contradictions and parallels between the US Indian Wars and the Global War on Terror. During the course students will be partnered with National Endowment for the Humanities Veteran Fellows to develop public programs that deepen our understanding of war, reveal opportunities for solidarity across differences, and inspire visions of a more just future. Restricted to Undergrad - Chicago.
46727S203:30 PM - 06:00 PMR2092JHHughes, AOn campus and online
4 hours Same as MUSE 400 and MUSE 546. This course integrates curatorial practices, critical theory, and popular education strategies to examine the contradictions and parallels between the US Indian Wars and the Global War on Terror. During the course students will be partnered with National Endowment for the Humanities Veteran Fellows to develop public programs that deepen our understanding of war, reveal opportunities for solidarity across differences, and inspire visions of a more just future. Restricted to Graduate - Chicago or Graduate Non-Degree Chicago.

GWS 496

Independent Study

1 TO 3 hours. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours. Students may register in more than one section per term. Prerequisite(s): GWS 101 and GWS 102; and consent of the instructor. Recommended background: GWS 292 and GWS 390. Departmental Approval Required

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
38849CNFARRANGEDBrier, J

GWS 502

Feminist Knowledge Production

4 hours.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
28371LCD06:00 PM - 08:30 PMM1002LHKapadia, ROn campus and online

GWS 525

Social Work with Women

3 hours. Same as SOCW 525. Prerequisite(s): SOCW 410; or consent of the instructor.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
24902LCD05:30 PM - 08:20 PMM1152LHBrown, H; Cothern, N; McCoy, HMeet on campus

GWS 596

Independent Study

1 TO 4 hours. May be repeated. Students may register in more than one section per term. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor.

CRNCourse TypeStart & End TimeMeeting DaysRoomBuilding CodeInstructorMeets BetweenInstructional Method
21592CNFARRANGEDBrier, J
Instructor Approval Required
38685CNFARRANGEDCeleste, M
Departmental Approval Required
11535CNFARRANGEDFair, F
Departmental Approval Required
11536CNFARRANGEDGutierrez, E
Instructor Approval Required
11538CNFARRANGEDJackson, L
Instructor Approval Required
11539CNFARRANGEDMoruzzi, N
Instructor Approval Required
36354CNFARRANGEDNaber, N
Departmental Approval Required Online
11534CNFARRANGEDNishida, A
Departmental Approval Required
11540CNFARRANGEDReddy, G
Instructor Approval Required
11541CNFARRANGEDRichie, B
Instructor Approval Required
46251CNFARRANGEDTekobbe, C
Departmental Approval Required