Courses for FMST

You can find courses with FMST prefixes in the online Undergraduate Catalog. Many of these fulfill the core requirements of the FMST major and minor; others offer a rich and changing schedule of electives. You should consult the Open Courses for the each semester's offerings.

It's also important to remember that FMST is interdisciplinary, and courses suitable, even important to the major or minor can come from many other departments and programs. Our faculty are affiliated with English, Modern Languages, American Studies, Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies. Relevant disciplines include (but are not limited to) American Studies, Art and Art History, English, History, Modern Languages & Literatures, Music, Sociology, and Theater. Many of our courses are often cross-listed with those departments and programs, as well as others

Even after you declare, keep an eye out for courses outside of FMST that interest you. If you find some, check with your advisor to be sure it will count towards your major.

What to Expect

What type of readings are involved in first-and-second-year courses? (e.g. articles, textbook) How much reading should a student expect to do per week?  

Readings are usually articles. There is minimal textbook use. There are about 30-60 pages of reading per week. 

What sorts of assignments should a student expect in first-and-second-year courses? (e.g. quizzes, group projects, presentations) 

Students can expect quizzes, exams, presentations (individual or group), and short papers typically ranging from 3-8 pages along with shorter, impressionist writing assignments such as blogs. 

Beyond the required course texts, are there other course materials a student should be prepared to purchase for first-and-second-year courses? 

Yes, every effort is made to assign films that are available for free through Swem, Kanopy, or other online streaming sites. However, students should anticipate having to occasionally "rent" one or more films each semester.