Women's Studies Records

Collection

Identifier: UA-085

Scope and Contents

Women's Studies Records are primarily from the 1980s. Materials include entries from the Women's Studies Essay Contest (1988-1993), information about curriculum integration projects, and "Classroom Follies", which takes a humorous look at the serious issue of sexual harassment. In addition, there are course lists, syllabi, and Executive Committee minutes and agendas. Information about Women's Studies programs at other universities are also included.

Dates

created: 1974-1994
Other: Date acquired: 08/04/1994

Creator

Women's Studies Program, University of North Dakota (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Open for inspection under the rules and regulations of the Elwyn B. Robinson Department of Special Collections.

Biographical or Historical Information

On November 5, 1981, the University of North Dakota Senate approved a women's studies program. The Association of Women Students had gathered 435 signatures in support of the program, and President Thomas Clifford had spoken in favor of it. The following year, the program was placed under the auspices of the College of Arts and Sciences, as recommended by the University Council. The Women's Studies program gives students an opportunity to learn more about women's lives. Using gender as a category of analysis, courses examine women's experiences, and the institutions and systems that affect women's lives. Women's Studies has been offered as a minor at UND since 1984.

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