The Women's Studies senior capstone seminar focuses on non-Western and cross-cultural feminist perspectives, both within the United States and internationally. Through readings, guest speakers and independent research, we will study various approaches to feminist methodology, investigate arguments for alternative feminist theories and closely examine case studies of non-Western gender analysis and feminist views. Our readings and discussions will be vigorously interdisciplinary, drawing on knowledge you have gained from your Women's Studies courses within the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities.

In addition, because this seminar marks the conclusion of your Women's Studies major or concentration at St. Olaf College, this course asks you to examine your learning and development within the scholarship of feminist analysis and construct an analytical, reflective portfolio of your intellectual and personal growth in this field.

Instructor

Sheri Breen
Political Science Dept.
103D Holland Hall
(507) 646-3530
breens@stolaf.edu

Office hours

Mon. 3-4 pm
Tues. 10-11 am
Thurs. 4-5 pm
Fri. 8:30-9:30 am
and by appointment

Special Notices and Upcoming Events

NOBEL PEACE PRIZE FORUM: The Nobel Peace Prize Forum will be held at St. Olaf College on Feb. 20-21, in conjunction with the 2004 Conference on Globalization and Social Responsibility, sponsored by the St. Olaf Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences, which begins Feb. 19. For complete schedule and information, see the Nobel Peace Prize Forum home page.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY CELEBRATION: The 9th Annual International Women's Day Celebration will be held Saturday, March 6, 9 am-4 pm, in Mondale Hall at the University of Minnesota Law School in Minneapolis. All events are free and open to the public. The day will include a keynote speaker, workshops and dramatic and musical presentations, with a strong focus on issues affecting minority and international women's issues. For more information, see the IWD web site by the Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights, an IWD co-sponsor.