As an institution that centers its mission in the historical Christian faith, Seattle Pacific University affirms that women are created in God’s image, redeemed by Christ, and called to lives of scholarship, service, and leadership.
- A minimum 30 credits are required for this minor, including 15 upper-division credits.
- WST 2350 Introduction to Women’s Studies, WST 4940 Internship and WST 4960 Independent Project are this minor’s Core courses.
- You will choose 20–24 credits of electives.
- Because of its adaptability, this minor can easily complement majors in areas such as Sociology, Psychology, Theology, History, Communication, English, Languages, Cultures & Linguistics, Political Science, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Business.
- This minor welcomes both male and female students to pursue it.
- You will develop an understanding of the social construction of gender in historical, contemporary, Western, and global contexts.
- This minor teaches you skills of critical analysis, problem solving, and value reasoning.
Entering and completing the minor
In order to earn a degree, you must complete at least one academic major. SPU encourages students to explore various academic paths, so if you change your mind about a major or minor, or want to include an additional program, you are able to do so, as outlined below.
Note that the University encourages you to enter your chosen major(s) and minor(s) by the start of your junior year. Students who transfer as juniors and seniors should enter a major within their first two quarters at SPU.
- If this is your first quarter at SPU, apply in Banner to gain entry to the minor by following these instructions.
- To change to or add a major or minor in this department, follow these instructions.
- The University requires a grade of C- or better in all classes that apply to a major or minor; however, programs may require higher minimum grades in specific courses. You may repeat an SPU course only once for a higher grade.
- To advance in this program, meet with your faculty advisor regularly to discuss your grades, course progression, and other indicators of satisfactory academic progress. If your grades or other factors indicate that you may not be able to successfully complete the major or minor, your faculty advisor can work with you to explore options, which may include choosing a different major or minor.
- You must complete the major or minor requirements that are in effect in the SPU Undergraduate Catalog for the year you enter the major or minor.