For 40 years, our programs have helped students at NIU develop a better understanding of the role of gender and sexuality in society, economics, and culture.
We take pride in the fact that our students are active in programs and activities in every college and many centers and student organizations across the university. They provide leadership in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, being active in student organizations and campus activities, and publishing or giving papers at professional conferences. After they graduate, they go on to careers in teaching, law, public service, business, health care and other fields.