Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Example Course Plan
Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Course Plan (first 3 semesters)
This is an example course plan based on the 2023-2024 University Catalog; your actual
schedule may deviate from this example. Your faculty advisor will work with you to
select appropriate courses.
As an IWU student, it is your responsibility to track your progress each semester
towards completing graduation requirements using the MyIWU degree audit tool.
Fall Semester
- Choose from:
- Gateway Colloquium
- General Education Course
- Second Language Course
- Physical Education (PEX)
Spring Semester
- Choose one of the following:
- General Education Course (or Gateway if not completed in the Fall semester)
- Second Language Course
- Physical Education (PEY/PE Fit)
May Term
- Optional
Fall Semester
- Approved Women's and Gender Studies Course: 200-levels in Anthropology, English, Philosophy, Sociology recommended
- General Education Course
- General Education Course
- Second Language Course
- Physical Education (PEY)
Study Abroad
- Students interested in studying abroad should consult with the Director of the Women's and Gender Studies Program to decide which semester(s) would be most appropriate.
Additional Information
- First-year students may also consider taking another of the core classes focused on non-western, minority, or immigrant women. Consult the Women’s and Gender Studies website for the current list of classes meeting that requirement.
Courtney Irby - Associate Professor of Sociology
Department - Sociology & Anthropology