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Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies Major (B.A.)
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Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies Major (B.A.)

With the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies bachelor's degree, students gain opportunities to explore the phenomenon of gender and sexuality and their intersection with race, ethnicity, class and other elements of diversity. The Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies major is interdisciplinary, which makes for a rich variety of course offerings across many fields.

Careers with a Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies Degree

A degree in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies prepares students in critical thinking and effective communication, essential skills that can be applied to a wide variety of careers. Graduates can pursue fulfilling careers in areas such as equity and diversity, management, law, public health, counseling, social work, research, creative writing, and community education.

Potential employers for graduates with a degree in Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies include: non-profit organizations; government agencies; women’s service organizations; medical centers; journalism entities; institutions of higher education; youth and family agencies; public relations agencies; and more.

Additionally, a high percentage of Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies graduates pursue graduate school opportunities.

WGSS Careers & Internships

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Gained Interpersonal and Conflict-Management Skills

As a community engagement and accessibility coordinator for the City of Athens, Lacey Rodgers helps develop inclusive procedures and practices. She credited her involvement with Empowering Women of Ohio for preparing her for the field and giving her connections that led to further career opportunities. Rodgers, who earned a B.A. in WGSS as well as several other degrees from OHIO, also credits WGSS for the interpersonal and conflict-management skills she uses daily.

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Admission Requirements

This program has no requirements beyond University admission and transfer requirements.

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Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies B.A. Courses & Curriculum

View Courses & Degree Requirements in the Official Academic Catalog

Course offerings cross many fields. Students may choose from over 70 courses offered across 20 different departments throughout the University. Complete a total of 30 semester credit hours of women’s, gender, and sexuality studies coursework.

Students complete a capstone course in either Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies or LGBTQ Studies.

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