Women's & Gender Studies is an interdisciplinary program of study, consisting of courses taught in various departments throughout Southern. A course identified as Women's & Gender Studies focuses on the study of gender roles, the social construction of gender, women's issues, achievements, and/or women's place in societies both past and present.
Women's and gender studies, in all of its diversity, has a goal of a world free not only of sexism, but also of racism, class bias, ageism, and heterosexual bias — in other words, a world free of all the ideologies and institutions that have consciously or unconsciously oppressed and exploited some for the advantage of others.
In general, a Women's & Gender Studies minor will provide you with:
- A solid understanding of women's experiences
- Insight into gender issues that can enhance both personal and professional relationships
- Awareness of social and cultural issues
- Universal and inclusive knowledge of the world
- Critical thinking skills
As with any minor, what the Women's & Gender Studies program can do for you depends largely on how you use it. Because the Women's & Gender Studies program is interdisciplinary, it provides you with a wide range of course content, contributing significantly to your credibility and knowledge base.
Careers
The specific aim of the Women's & Gender Studies program is to better prepare students for careers in academia, law, government, journalism, social work, the arts, librarianship, education, business, or other areas where we deal directly or indirectly with women's concerns or needs or where we engage in other occupations concerned with gender issues.
Typical Job Titles
- Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator
- Community Outreach Specialist
- Nonprofit Program Assistant
- Advocacy or Policy Analyst Assistant
- Journalist
School / College
College of Arts & Sciences
Department
Women's & Gender Studies