Catherine E. Hoyser, Ph.D.
Dr. Catherine Hoyser cites Women's Studies as a major part of her educational training. Her feminist pedagogy manifests itself in the classroom, where she engages her students as "equal scholars." She explains: "I push them toward a high level of learning. I expect them to challenge assumptions, read critically, and participate in class discussions." These methods develop students' minds and their self-confidence.
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Women's Studies
Women's History Month at Saint Joseph College
Feb. 18th: Project 35, Part one, opens at 5:30-7:30 in the St. Joseph Art Gallery located in the Bruyette Athenaeum.
This showing contains video works by contemporary artists, including Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz, and will be on view through May 9th.
March 1st: Screening and discussion of Venus, Priests, and Superwomen (2007), at 4-6pm in the second floor reception room of the Bruyette Athenaeum.
This film explores the banning of Enlser's The Vagina Monologues at Providence College and "explores this incident in the context of a larger framework of women struggling to obtain equality". You can learn more about this documentary at http://www.imdb.com/title/ttl1480697/.
Leading the discussion will be documentary film maker Deborah Monuteaux, co-writer Dr. Alexia Kosmider, and Frances Ford, former student director of Providence College's production of The Vagina Monologues.
Bachelor of Arts
Empowering Women Leaders
"I consider myself an activist devoted to all aspects of equal rights for women."
-Mandy Tiedeman '06, co-author of The Glass Ceiling: A Connecticut Reality,
study conducted for the Connecticut Permanent Commission on the Status of Women
The Saint Joseph College Women's Studies major is an interdisciplinary program that invites you to explore the world of women throughout the course of history, to learn skills that will guide your critical inquiry, and to work toward improving the lives of women, children, and families throughout the world. Our 36-credit bachelor of arts degree is your entry into the formidable field of Women's Studies where you will study the history, expression, and diversity of women's experiences. We offer:
A Multidisciplinary Curriculum
The Women's Studies major offers both freedom and opportunity. Following the completion of two foundational courses - Women and Society and Feminist Theories - students select six courses from a variety of disciplines and then create their own specialization. All courses offered examine issues and activities inherent to the field of Women's Studies. Students select an area of concentration like Women in the Arts; Women, Science and Health; Women and Politics, Women and Sports; and Women and International Studies.
An Outstanding Faculty
All professors teaching the Women's Studies courses are committed to guiding students into the complex world of feminism and gender and to teaching critical thinking, research, and communication skills. As a Women's Studies major, you will study with multidisciplinary experts in feminist theories, women's leadership, philosophy, research methods, global economic and work issues, women's health issues, and psychology, among others. You will also experience artistic productions from a variety of cultures.
Internships
Students majoring in Women's Studies participate in internships with local organizations that are committed to the well being of women and children, including the Connecticut Women's Hall of Fame and the Connecticut Permanent Commission on the Status of Women.
Professional Opportunities
Graduates of the Women's Studies program are well prepared to enter a variety of professional fields including politics, education, community organization and more. They often develop careers working for non-governmental organizations, commissions on the status of women, and national and international organizations that work on behalf of women and families. Some career options include:
| Artist | Community Organization Director | Educator | Journalist |
| Lawyer | Lobbyist | Medical Practitioner or Researcher | |
| Psychologist | Publisher | Social Worker | Sociologist |
| Statistician | Women's Advocate | Women's Shelter Director or Staff Member | |
"Great necessities call forth great leaders."-- Abigail Adams
Danielle Desjardins '10"I chose Saint Joseph College because of its reputation of instilling strong values and educating accomplished, focused women."
