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Undergraduate Programs in Women's & Gender Studies

Women's and Gender Studies is a field of study that takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of gender.

Academic Programs Available in Women's & Gender Studies
Bachelor of Arts Coursework Advisor: Dr. Patrice J. Proulx
Minor Coursework Advisor: Dr. Patrice J. Proulx
Learn more about how to major in Women's & Gender Studies.

Compatible Undergraduate Minors* with WGS Majors

Public Health Medical Humanities Business
English History Studio Art
Criminology & Criminal Justice Sociology Psychology
Journalism & Media Communication Gerontology Biology
*The benefit of a WGS major is that it aligns with many other academic disciplines. This list is not exhaustive, so if you would like to explore a minor not listed above, please speak with your academic advisor or Dr. Patrice J. Proulx for the next steps.

Why study Women's & Gender Studies?

In our courses, you will learn about the ways that gender serves as a central organizing feature in all societies. We examine the ways in which women's and men's roles in society have been constructed and we consider the ways these roles have changed and continue to transform on personal, political, and transnational levels.

Although gender is often the primary mode of analysis in a women's studies classroom, we also recognize the importance of intersectional analysis - in other words, the study of women's lives is not complete unless attention is paid not only to the impact of gender on our lives, but also the impact of sexuality, race, class, age, ability, nationality, religion, and so on.

Women's Studies courses will keep you informed about, and sensitive to, issues of concern to women, including social roles and status, sexuality, labor, representation, and equity. You will face these issues in your everyday lives; our courses will help you to understand them.

What can I do with my Women's & Gender Studies degree?

In a Women's and Gender Studies classroom, the opinions, experiences, and thoughts of all students are valued. In our classes, students are given room to learn about, and then to form educated opinions on, the world around them.

Our classes are open to all students on campus - women and men! All courses in women's studies encourage students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, to develop strong writing and researching abilities. Ultimately, our program is designed to offer you a solid base upon which to enter the workforce, pursue further education, and have an impact on the world.

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You might be a Women's & Gender Studies major if...

  1. You are a supporter of rights and equality for men and women.

  2. You pay special attention to how gender roles are portrayed in the media.

  3. You prefer to be recognized for your talents and not your looks.

  4. You often wonder why men are still being paid more than women in the workforce.

  5. You are interested in advocacy and have strong opinions about issues that affect everyone.

  6. You believe patriarchy is an unjust system that is oppressive to women.

  7. You enjoy movies with a strong female lead. For example, you prefer The Hunger Games over Twilight.

  8. You are interested in determining which politicians have no interest in protecting women’s reproductive rights.

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