How do I Declare a Minor?


How do I Declare a BIS in Women’s Studies?

  • Call 801.626.7713 to set up an appointment with the Director of the BIS Program.  The BIS Program is located in room 140 of the Student Services Building.
  • You will need to decide on your 3 areas of emphasis, one of which is Women’s Studies.
  • Meet with each department Chair to discuss which classes are required.  Call 801.626.8049 to set up an appointment with the Women’s Studies Program Coordinator, Michelle Paustenbaugh at 801-626-8049 or email her at mpaustenbaugh@weber.edu.

How do I Enroll in Directed Readings in Women’s Studies?

  • First, meet with the Women’s Studies Coordinator to discuss the topic of interest
  • Together you can decide on the faculty most appropriate to work with you on the desired topic
  • This can happen in one of two ways:
    • You may have your own idea for a reading topic which a faculty mentor is willing to sponsor.
    • You may want to have a faculty mentor specify a reading topic for you.
  • A faculty mentor will discuss with you the topics and issues which you want to explore, as well as the credit hours and the work expectation of the course.
  • Upon agreement there will be a form to complete which will serve as a contract between you and the faculty member regarding the reading course.
  • Complete the form with your faculty mentor, and then give it to the Department Secretary. She will give you instructions on registering for the course.
 
How do I Enroll in Women’s Studies Internship?

  • Check with Women's Studies Coordinator, Michelle Paustenbaugh, for possible Internship opportunities Fall and Spring semesters.
  • Meet w/ the potential site supervisor to discuss the specific expectations about the internship.
  • Meet w/ the Women’s Studies Coordinator and site supervisor to complete a contract form.

How do I Enroll in On-Campus Women’s Studies Courses?
  • Log into the eWeber Portal at www.weber.edu.
  • Click on the Student Services tab, then on Register for Classes (add/drop).
  • Follow the registration instructions.

How do I Enroll in On-line Women’s Studies Courses?

  • Log into the eWeber Portal at www.weber.edu.
  • Click on the Student Services tab, then on Register for Classes (add/drop).
  • Follow the registration instructions.

How do I Prepare to Graduate?

  • Check with Graduation for information about application fees and deadlines.
  • You must be cleared as a Women’s Studies minor before you can graduate. The department recommends that you seek clearance once you have registered for classes for the semester you plan to apply for graduation.
  • Clearing a Minor in Women’s Studies:
  • Contact the Department Secretary at 801.626.7632 or in room 303 of the SS building for clearance.

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