Family Studies
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire's interdisciplinary family studies minor will give you a deeper understanding of the issues and problems families face in today's society.
Study the Complexities of Family Dynamics
Coursework within the family studies minor focuses on a variety of perspectives — including sociological, developmental, psychological, historical, religious, economic, and anthropologic. The program will also help you to learn about the dynamic relationships within families and the interaction between families and our society.
Rooted in discussion and experiential learning, a minor in family studies will provide you with a better understanding of social problems and what you can do to make a positive impact on your community and the world.
Program Details
The majority of the minor is made up of course electives, giving you the ability to personalize your education and study the topics that interest you. Explore courses in psychology, history, women's studies, sociology, communication and journalism, economics, and religion.
The family studies minor will prepare you for graduate study or careers working to improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities. Coursework will help you to examine the well-being of diverse individuals and families over the lifespan and recognize ways you can help make a difference.
Blugold Stories
Foundational curriculum of the family studies minor includes the history of the family in America, human development and the sociology of families. Throughout the program, you will also select elective courses to explore topics of interest to you — public policy, gender and power, child psychology, the sociology of work, and more — to deepen your understanding of family dynamics in contemporary and historical contexts.
Here are a few courses in Family Studies at UW-Eau Claire.
CJ 111
Gender, Race, Class, and Communication: The Social Construction of Identity
Students investigate ways in which perceptions of, and experiences with, gender, race, and class are communicatively constructed. Focus on communication theories and methods and how gender, race, and class influence personal, group, and organizational communication.
CJ 203
Fundamentals of Human Communication
Communication competence enhanced though introduction to human communication knowledge and relational, group, and public speaking skills. Addresses benefits of communication skills in students’ professional, civic, and personal lives.
CJ 312
Communication and Gender
Study and analysis of how gender is affected by and affects communication behavior. Special attention is given to theories of gender development and how communication affects the social construction of gender.
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