UNC Asheville is taking advantage of the growing trend in online education to improve access to classes for students, working adults and others in all parts of the state who need the flexibility and convenience that online education provides.

This spring the University will offer an online women's studies class worth three credit hours. The deadline to register is January 7, 2010.

"Theorizing Women's Lives" (WMST 273) will examine the elements and evolution of the major theories articulated by feminists from the early days of the movement to present day. Building on a foundation of knowledge and understanding of the basic ideas articulated by feminists throughout history, the course will offer a close analysis of feminist critiques on subjects including marriage, sexuality, capitalism and "cutting edge" feminist thinking.

UNC Asheville, one of the top liberal arts colleges in the nation, makes every effort to ensure that online courses provide an outstanding learning experience. All UNC campuses are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, which requires that online offerings be similar in quality to residential courses.

In-state tuition for these courses is $267.30 and out-of-state tuition is $1,454.82, plus a one-time non-refundable $20 application fee. To register, email fox@unca.edu.

For more information, contact UNC Asheville's Office of Extension and Distance Education at 828/232-5122 or fox@unca.edu. Additional details are available online at www.unca.edu/agc/online.asp.