In this seminar we will explore the fascinating nature of work from diverse perspectives. We will examine how work has changed throughout time and is continuing to change in the 21st century. We will look at the different (and often conflicting) conceptions of work across academic disciplines such as economics, sociology, psychology, history, management, human resources and industrial relations, philosophy, and theology. We will explore portrayals of work in art, film, and TV shows. And we will debate whether there should be minimum standards for the nature of work. The emphasis in this seminar is on thinking about diverse perspectives, and an integral theme is questioning the extent to which gender, race, ethnicity, and class continue to shape our conceptions of work and how work is structured. This will be accomplished through diverse readings, informal and formal writing assignments, and class presentations and discussions.