<p>Women’s and Gender Studies is an interdisciplinary field where we study and question how gender and sexuality intersect with race, class, ability, and other identities to shape everyday lives, institutions, and global communities. Through a dynamic combination of coursework, internship opportunities, and community engagement, we empower students to become engaged and self-reflective agents of social justice. This field of study provides a variety of important skill sets and career opportunities, ranging from intercultural competence to dynamic critical thinking. Whether you take one class or choose a major, Women’s and Gender Studies will transform your perspective, turning you into a life-long learner with extensive experience in complex problem solving and analytical thinking.  </p> <p>The Department of Women’s and Gender Studies offers a major, minor, and 3 different certificate options: <a href="http://webqa.uww.edu/cls-new/academics/certificates#x531523" title="Women's and Gender Studies Certificate">Women’s and Gender Studies Certificate</a>, <a href="http://webqa.uww.edu/cls-new/academics/certificates#x531516" title="LGBTQ* Certificate">LGBTQ* Studies Certificate</a>, and <a href="http://webqa.uww.edu/cls-new/academics/certificates#x531510" title="Diversity Leadership Certificate">Diversity Leadership Certificate</a>.</p> <p>As an interdisciplinary and global field informed by the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences, Women’s and Gender Studies faculty bring expert knowledges to a wide range of social problems, situations and contexts. The Women’s and Gender Studies department works to support diversity efforts on campus, increase diversity awareness, and transform social and institutional practices well beyond its contributions to its own academic programs.</p> False Arrow