First-Year Seminar: Gender and STEM

Although women now attend and graduate from college at a higher rate than men in the US, they remain underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This course explores the causes and consequences of why women (and other underrepresented groups) are less likely to pursue education and careers in the STEM fields. To do so, we will draw on sociological insights from the study of gender, education, work and occupations, and science and technology studies. Throughout the course, students will engage with social science research as well as contemporary news articles, films, and podcasts on these topics. Honors version available.