Gender Studies Minor

(18 credits)

Gender Studies is an interdisciplinary program that examines issues related to gender identity, the construction of gender, and gender as a category of analysis. Gender intersects with other social constructs such as race and class. The field includes women’s studies, masculinities studies, queer theory, LGBT studies and sexuality. Students will tailor the minor to their own disciplinary interest while exploring related disciplines to better understand the dynamics of gender, identity and power.

Required Core Courses (9 credits)

GNDR 101Introduction to Gender Studies

3

GNDR 201Gender Theory

3

GNDR 494Capstone Project

3

Supporting Interdisciplinary Courses (9 credits)

An additional 9 credits must be taken from courses that are offered across the university in fields like Art History, Biology, Classics, English, History, Psychology, Rhetoric and many others. Students must consult with the Gender Studies Director for applicable supporting courses and to receive approval of selected courses. For a full list of the course offerings each semester contact the Gender Studies Director.