Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies Major (Class of 2026 and Beyond)

 

Requirements

The major consists of a minimum of nine courses:

Core courses: 

WGS 101	Introduction to Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
WGS 280	Feminist Theory
WGS 285	Feminist Research Design

Capstone Experience:

One from: 

WGS 320/AFS 320	Black Feminisms
WGS 340	Sexuality Studies
WGS 353	Single Motherhood (Community-Based Learning Course)
WGS 370-379	Special Topics Seminar in Women's and Gender Studies
WGS 390-391	Independent Study in Women's and Gender Studies
WGS 495-496	Thesis

Five approved electives:

Five approved electives

Two electives must be selected from different academic divisions. 

This page reflects the requirements for completing this major. General graduation requirements for all students can be found here.