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Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at IWU

The interdisciplinary major & minor sequences in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies support Illinois Wesleyan University's commitment to diversity and social justice through courses that open discussion about the ways in which gender and sexuality construct our lives and institutions. WGSS courses across multiple departments focus on gender and LGBTQ+ issues in academic study, consider feminist and queer perspectives in philosophy, politics, and history, and challenge assumptions about women's roles, gender identities, and sexualities in American and world cultures. WGSS courses are open to all undergraduates and most offer general education credit to meet diverse IWU requirements.

Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Course List for Fall 2025

 

Honor Society

Iota Iota Iota (Tri-Iota) is the academic honor society for the field of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.

Pride Alliance

Pride Alliance is a student organizaiton that advocates for equality for all students regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. 

Feminism: Equality Matters

Feminism: Equality Matters (F:EM) is a student organization dedicated to promoting equality and respect on campus and in society.

Study Abroad 

Studying abroad is a great opportunity to study the intersection of gender and other minority group status. It is also a chance to take classes and explore topics.

Office of Diversity & Inclusion

Located in the upper level of the Hansen Student Center, the Office of Diversity & Inclusion (ODI) is dedicated to the promotion of a campus community that appreciates, encourages, and celebrates diversity. 

 

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Courtney Irby - Associate Professor of Sociology

Department - Sociology & Criminology

(309) 556-3163