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Women's and Gender Studies (WGST)

Minor
Our interdisciplinary minor in Women’s and Gender Studies examines historical and contemporary roles, perceptions and contributions of women, as well as other gender-related issues.
*Note: There is an error on the catalog page for the WGST Minor. The required courses are WGST 101; WGST 201 or WGST 202 (not both); and WGST 432; plus 9 credit hours of electives.
Certificate
Our interdisciplinary undergraduate certificate in Women's and Gender Studies examines issues of historical and contemporary gender inequality, as well as the contributions of women, both within the U.S. and abroad. The certificate will help you function as an informed citizen and successful professional in the 21st-century global society.
More Information
- Undergraduate Catalog
- Women's and Gender Studies Internship (WGST 390)
- Women's and Gender Studies Independent Study form (WGST 439)
Advising
Katie Heinekamp, Advisor
kheinekamp@niu.edu
Contact Us
Center for the Study of Women, Gender and SexualityReavis Hall, Room 103
DeKalb, IL 60115
wgs@niu.edu
815-753-1038