JINS 368 - Women and Science

This seminar explores two facets of women and science: the roles women have played historically in science and the issues facing contemporary women in science careers. The achievements of notable women in science, particularly Nobel Prize Winners, are examined and discussed. The lives of these women are examined from historic, cultural, and scientific viewpoints. Contemporary women working in science will address the class. Students will also conduct an interview project of working women in science. The intersection between gender and science, ecofeminism, and the gender gap in science education will also be addressed in this course.

Prerequisite: Junior status.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Junior Interdisciplinary Writing-Enhanced Seminar Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This course is writing-enhanced.