AU debate club makes debut at 2025 Regents’ Cup
“This is just the beginning. Debate isn’t just for competitions; it builds skills that last a lifetime," says Danielle Hayes.
The interdisciplinary Women’s and Gender Studies Minor is designed for students who wish to study how gender, as it intersects with other identities, influences everyday life; special consideration is given to the study of women’s perspectives.
Women's and gender studies puts women at the center of study—their cultures, contributions, and perspectives. Women's and gender studies is defined by what is taught, how questions are asked and explored, and often, how the subject is taught. A common misconception is that women's and gender studies is just for women—it is not. It is a program of study for and about all genders.
Women's and Gender Studies
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Students earning a degree with a minor in Women's and Gender Studies are eligible for careers in:
Teaching
Counseling
Human Resources
Public Relations
Museums
Legislative Assistant
Nonprofit Organizations
Victim Service Agencies
Benefits
A minor in Women's and Gender Studies shows future employers that you have cultural competency education and are aware of how diversity actively shapes a work environment.
Interdisciplinary Courses
Our minor is, by nature, interdisciplinary and encourages connections among different academic departments:
The Women's and Gender Studies Program is honored by the generosity of its donors. You can give to the Women's and Gender Studies Program through your IGIVE contribution. You can donate via a pledge card, by writing in "Women's and Gender Studies on your pledge card or online through the Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement website.
If you have an interest in setting up a scholarship or donating funds for a specific project associated with women's and gender studies, please contact us. Donations can be routed directly to the Women's and Gender Studies Foundation Account at any time during the year. For more information, contact the Pamplin College Dean's Office at (706) 737-1738.
“This is just the beginning. Debate isn’t just for competitions; it builds skills that last a lifetime," says Danielle Hayes.
Beth Droppleman, PhD, has developed a series of paintings representing "The Mighty Oyster."
Trent Kays, PhD, was selected as a Governor's Teaching Fellow and plans to explore how AI can enhance learning and collaboration in the classroom.
"She is a model student who is driven by her curiosity and a passion for learning," says Wesley Meares, PhD.