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					| 2022-2023 University of Wyoming Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG] 
 
 Queer Studies Minor |  
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				Immerses students in theoretical, historical and contemporary issues related to sexuality. Upon completion, students will be able to analyze systemic exclusion/inclusion, conduct independent interdisciplinary analysis through a queer studies lens, and apply queer theory to practice. |  
													| Requirements
 The Queer Studies minor requires the completion of 18 credit hours, including GWST 2000  - Introduction to LGBTQ/NS Studies and nine or more credits at the 3000-level or above. Each semester, students, in consultation with a queer studies advisor, will choose elective courses. A capstone project or internship is required but can be variable and determined in consultation with an advisor.Faculty Advisory
 An interdisciplinary, independent Queer Studies committee advises the program on curriculum, scheduling and coordination. A faculty advisor is assigned to the student on declaration of the minor. The faculty advisory committee for the minor includes:  Rachel Watson, Director Queer Studies, ChemistryUlrich Adelt, American Studies, African American & Diaspora StudiesRuth Olga Bjorkenwall, Politics, Public Affairs & International StudiesChristine Boggs, Ellbogen Center for Teaching & LearningCatherine R. Connolly, Gender & Women’s StudiesDanielle Renee Cover, LawMichelle Jarman, Disability Studies, Gender & Women’s StudiesBarbara Ellen Logan, HistoryJamie Snyder, Criminal Justice & SociologyLilia Soto, American Studies, Latino/a StudiesJennifer Tabler, Criminal Justice & Sociology Please contact the program director, Rachel Watson (RWatson@uwyo.edu), for more information.  |   Return to: Degree Programs
 
 
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