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Womens Gender And Sexuality Studies BA - Bachelor of Arts

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Plan Code

WGS-BA

HEGIS Code

2299.00

CIP Code

05.0207

NYSED Program Code

33905 - WGS-BA

Program Description
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGS) is an interdisciplinary program that draws on anthropological, artistic, economic, historical, literary, psychological, and sociological perspectives to explore women’s lives and the significance of gender and sexuality in contemporary and past societies, both in the United States and across the globe. The program’s courses encourage students to explore the many ways in which gender shapes their lives. Courses in history, the social sciences, and the arts foster different critical approaches and expose students to different kinds of content, as they consider the importance of masculinities, femininities, and sexualities in shaping issues of power and value in cultures, here and abroad. While their content is diverse, WGS courses all emphasize critical thinking and the development of research and writing skills. With their interdisciplinary liberal arts training, students who major or minor in WGS prepare for careers in teaching, public advocacy, business, and industry; WGS also serves as excellent preparation for study at the graduate and professional level.

Program Goals
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Increase understanding of the complexity of gender as a category of identity and a site of critique.

  • Increase understanding of the multiplicity of sexualities and their contested place in history and culture.

  • Increase understanding of the challenges faced by and contributions made by women in various aspects of history and culture.

  • Foster interdisciplinary thought.

Career Professional Development Activities
Students are encouraged to complete the following milestones as part of their preparation for future careers or advanced education. A member of your Success Team can help you schedule these activities at the appropriate times to keep you on track for both academic and professional success.