Why Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies?
What is Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies and why should I study it?
As an interdisciplinary program, it draws from several disciplines, including:
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... and addresses such issues as political participation, media representation, ethics and responsibility and health, disability, and well-being.
What can you do with a Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies minor?
Some careers women, gender & sexuality studies minors go on to pursue are...
Students gain valuable knowledge about themselves and about the ways in which they can affect positive change in themselves and the world through engaging in and practicing communication, self-awareness, empathy, creativity and resilience.
Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies at the 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø
Degrees Offered:
Students can potentially earn their WGS minor totally online as the one required course for a WGS minor is offered asynchronously online, and many courses that fulfill a WGS minor are offered online through eCampus and are cross-listed with departments that have fully online degree programs.
Since 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø is an institutional member of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) through the local Fairbanks AAUW branch, students have the opportunity to attend the National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL), when AAUW invites hundreds of college women from around the country to Washington D.C. for three days of leadership training, inspiration and networking. Also, many WGS courses offer opportunities to work with nonprofits, community organizations, or projects like
How can I get involved around campus?
Because the Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies community at 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø is vibrant and diverse, you’ll find opportunities for mentorship and professional development outside the classroom as well.
Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø is available to you to study from anywhere, regardless of your location. Because of the small class sizes, faculty from diverse disciplines, and WGSS’ supportive home within the 51·çÁ÷¹ÙÍø College of Liberal Arts, you are assured of a phenomenal experience tailored to your interests and passions.