Spring 2021 Classes

courses • • • Spring, 2021

WGST 4011: History of Women

Dr. Ruth McClelland-Nugent / TR / 2:30—3:45pm

This course will examine the history of women in either a geographical or topical approach. It will examine the

female role of mother, daughter, sister, and leader in a particular society, such as America, Europe, Asia, Latin

America, etc. Or, the course will be centered on a particular cross-cultural topic, such as suffrage, family roles,

leaders, religion, etc. In all cases, this course is intended to explore the paradox between the ideal woman and actual treatment of women in a given era, society, culture, or movement. Students taking the graduate level

course will be required to complete additional work. May be repeated for credit.

WGST 4336: Gender and Victimization

Dr. Alison Foley / T / 10:00-11:15am

A sociological analysis of crime victims and victim-service agencies. Traces the historical development of the

field of victimology. Examines the influence of gender on victimization experiences and practices of criminal

justice and victim-service agencies.

WGST 4442: Gender and Society

Dr. Melissa Powell-Williams/ online

Sociological insights and concepts will be employed in observing, interpreting, and analyzing the social

processes creating, reinforcing and changing gender roles and the statuses of women and men in society.

DID YOU KNOW? WGST 1101 counts as an Area F elective for majors in:

English, World Languages, Communications, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, and History

Contact Dr. Liana Babayan (lbabayan@augusta.edu) for more info about upcoming courses or the minor.