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Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

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Overview

The Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) Minor provides students with a broad and flexible curriculum that examines how gender and sexuality impact society. WGSS classes offer students the opportunity to learn about the history, theory, and politics of gender and sexuality from multiple perspectives. 

The WGSS Minor complements any major and prepares students to professionally engage with people from all backgrounds. WGSS students learn how to integrate social justice and advocacy into their studies.

Many WGSS alumni pursue careers in the public sector, such as:  

  • Government and social services
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Diversity and equity training and recruitment
  • Higher education
  • Human resources
  • Legal advocacy and policy work
  • Healthcare and social work
  • Multidisciplinary teaching 
  • Course Requirements (Catalog)

Point of Pride

Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) has been a vibrant part of the ISU community since 1972. Our curriculum and programming are designed to engage students as active critical thinkers and to give them the conceptual tools they will need to think clearly about nuanced production of systemic injustices and to work collaboratively toward solutions.

Why study Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies?

The WGSS Minor provides students with a background in gender and sexuality issues and prepares them for careers working with the public.
 
WGSS students build marketable skill sets, such as critical thinking, intercultural communication, open-mindedness, and leadership.

The WGSS Program offers options for student engagement, civic learning, and professional development.

How to Apply

Application Information

Minors can only be declared by current Illinois State students. Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.

Application Period

Applications for the Women's and Gender Studies minor are always being accepted. 

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Contact Information

  • Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
  • (309) 438-2947
  • RC 232
  • College of Arts and Sciences

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