Minor in Gender and Women's Studies
Explore the power of social transformation on both a local and global scale through gender and women鈥檚 studies. See how gender intersects with other crucial components of identity construction鈥攕uch as sexuality, ethnicity, and class through the lens of literature, sociology, history, art, and much more. With this interdisciplinary minor, you get to broaden your perspective while you prepare for an array of careers.
Gender and Women's Studies Highlights
- This is an interdisciplinary minor offered through the Gender and Women鈥檚 Studies Program.
- The combination of academic study and experiential learning encourages students to ask questions, challenge underlying beliefs, and promote change.
Modality & Benefits
Get a traditional college experience with lively in-person classroom discussions and close proximity to your professors, mentors, and best friends.
Start Dates:
January & August
- Semester-Based Timeline
- Face-to-Face Instruction (some Online options)
- In-Person Office Hours & Support
- Relationships & Networking
- Extracurriculars & Immersive Campus Experience
Gender and Women's Studies Curriculum
Minor Requirements
Popular Gender and Women's Studies Classes
- Introduction to Gender & Women's Studies
Learn how gender intersects with race, class, sexuality, disability, and other social factors as you explore issues of social justice and community engagement. - History of Art: Women Artists
Study art as it relates to women's leadership, cultural diversity, globalization, and social justice. - Women Writers
Explore the contributions of women writers across different literary genres while learning how to analyze their work through critical literary theories.
Next Steps for Gender and Women's Studies
Diverse Career Opportunities
A bachelor's degree is the entry-level for many positions that benefit from this specialization, including management, administration, teachers, and social workers.
Take Your Insights to the World
- Diversity and Inclusion Manager
- Journalist
- Teacher
- Human Resources Manager
- Project Manager
- Social Worker
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