About Our Programs

Ethnic, Gender & Women's Studies majors/minors complement most other programs. Whatever you decide to study, you will need to know how to successfully work with diverse communities.

We also help you develop your leadership strengths and refine your purpose and passion in your life and career. Our programs prepare you for living, leading and working in our complex and globalized world. 

View Course Offerings in the University Catalog

African American Studies Minor

American Indian Studies Certificate

American Indian Studies Minor

Asian Pacific American Studies Minor

Ethnic Studies Minor

Feminist Leadership Certificate

Gender & Women’s Studies Minor

Gender & Women’s Studies Major

Program Benefits

Marketable Skills

  • Knowledge of the conditions of women and people of color 
  • Grasp of the origins and significance of subordination
  • Knowledge of the theories of gender/race construction and inequality
  • Ability to address gender/race inequalities in productively receptive ways
  • Ability to analyze stereotypes and prejudices and recognize their harmful effects

Career Paths

  • Executive search recruiter
  • Human resources manager
  • Diversity trainer
  • Director of counseling services
  • Social justice advocate
  • Police officer
  • Journalist
  • Independent filmmaker
  • Production artist
  • Teacher
  • Diversity trainer/administrator
  • Graduate school candidate
  • Law school candidate
  • Medical doctor
  • Community health outreach worker
  • Health services project administrator