Testimonials
Undergraduate Student Testimonials
- Rae : Womenís Studies Major
- Sarah : Womenís Studies Honours graduate
- Kim : Womenís Studies Honours graduate
Rae
Womenís Studies Major, 1997, now PhD student in Psychology.
I recently attained my honours degree at Monash University after doing a dual specialisation in Women's Studies and Psychology. Currently, I am enrolled in the professional doctorate in Clinical Psychology. In the future, I hope to specialise in women's psychological issues and in therapy styles more suited to women's frames of reference. Majoring in Women's Studies in my undergraduate degree has undoubtedly put me on the right path to attaining this goal. It has provided me with the opportunity to think critically about societal conceptualisations of women and to identify the cracks in theories, and to examine structures and processes which are devoid of the voices of women. I have been fortunate enough to learn these issues through innovative Womenís Studies subjects, where the teaching and activities have been consistently 'hands-on', diverse and creative. There has been no other course that I've taken at University that compares in terms of stimulating teaching style.
Sarah
Womenís Studies Honours graduate, 1998.
Womenís Studies quenched my intellectual thirst by enabling me to explore many 'womenís issues' that arenít covered elsewhere in a basic Bachelor of Arts degree. The subject 'Sexing the Text' was particularly enjoyable. Iíll never watch 'Basic Instinct' in the same manner again! The fantastic staff coupled with an intriguing and challenging course makes for a rewarding experience -- just do it!
Kim
Womenís Studies Honours graduate, 1998, now PhD student and scholarship holder.
The interdisciplinary nature of the undergraduate program in Womenís Studies allowed me the scope to pursue my wide and varied interests: from cyberfeminism and alternative music, to the visual arts and cross-cultural feminism. The opportunity in the core subject ëIssues in Feminist Researchí to work on projects, like curating an exhibition of rare books in the University Library, developed my research skills, gave me valuable curating experience, and allowed me to work with a team of like-minded women. I acquired a solid grounding in feminist theory and methodology which complemented my other studies in science and visual culture and encouraged me to expand my knowledge base. During one tutorial on commodity culture in second year I got to show off my vast Barbie collection and 'come out' about my closet childhood obsession! Womenís Studies introduced me to lively and constructive feminist debate, as well as fostering my personal development and confidence.