How do perceptions of gender shape a person’s life? How do race, class, nationality, sexual orientation and religion intersect with gender? St. Norbert College encourages students to understand the power that gender structures have had throughout history, so that they can understand how they shape the present.

You can minor in women’s and gender studies by completing six courses from the program’s interdisciplinary curriculum. The minor complements a major in any number of fields including psychology, data analytics, and communication and media studies.

Courses in women’s and gender studies provide helpful context about how gender affects most aspects of life. From statistical data on wage discrimination to artistic representations of gender, you’ll make important connections that inform your understanding of the human condition.

If there’s one thing that SNC professors and instructors have in common, it’s a passion for teaching and sharing their expertise. You’ll also find them dedicated to providing personalized guidance that supports your academic and career aspirations. Discover the distinguished scholars you’ll be learning from.

Women’s and gender studies fosters critical thinking, strong communication skills and an ability to effectively lead and empower people. A nuanced understanding of gender and identity is a skill prized by organizations with increasingly diverse workforces. SNC women’s and gender studies minors have successfully pursued many different careers, either immediately after completing their bachelor’s degrees or following graduate studies: