Interdisciplinary
Degrees
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Race/Gender/Ethnicity Minor
Courses
ID100: CREATING YOUR PERSONAL SUCCESS
ID120: FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE
ID122: FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE
This is a First Year Experience course dedicated to the transfer and online leaner. The course focuses on an introduction to Wilmington College including Quakers, their history and the core values of the institution. Students will also become familiar with a broad range of campus support services, ranging from tutoring and writing assistance to instructor communication, research resources and access to health services for both physical and emotional well-being. The final unit of the course serves as a first introduction to advising according to the Wilmington College degree requirements, culminating in the development of an educational pathway. The course is taught during the first 8-week abbreviated session of each term.
ID134G: INTRODUCTION TO RACE, GENDER, AND ETHINICITY STUDIES
People of color, women, differently labeled communities, and people in the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgender (LGBTQ) community have historically faced oppression and inequality in society, and they continue to fight for equal treatment and opportunities. This introductory course to the minor provides an introduction to the methods, ideas, and theories used in race, gender, and social theory research and studies. Reading and oral communication skills will be stressed. No previous background is required. This course develops the Oral (O) Communication Skill and serves as a foundation for other courses in the minor.
ID170: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR
Students will explore the ways in which they can apply their Wilmington education in the professional world by learning about the steps involved in the career development process; assessing their knowledge, skills, interests and values; exploring varying career options using different types of career research methods; and developing the required professional skills needed for success in the workforce. The course will culminate in the completion of a career portfolio and project.