We examine the social understanding of gender issues as they relate to various dimensions of life, including sexuality, race and class, business and politics, artistic movements, law, the media, and more. A degree in Gender Studies equips you with an understanding of today’s diverse and multi-cultural world, an open mind about the challenges of gender difference, and the foundational skills that employers want most.
Explore IU Gender StudiesWe are recognized as one of the top Gender Studies programs in the country, and our department is home to the first doctoral program in the U.S. dedicated to gender studies. In addition to our doctoral program, we offer a Bachelor of Arts degree and minors for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Gender has an impact on nearly every aspect of life and plays a role in most of today’s crucial discussions. Our interdisciplinary courses encourage you to examine the complex constructions of gender throughout history, in different cultural arenas, and in varying global processes so you can contribute to the conversation.
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Our engaged faculty are committed to interdisciplinary research and recognized for global scholarship. We aim to develop new approaches to knowledge about women, men, and gender-related issues. Our work transforms traditional disciplines and fields of study through innovative consideration of a range of theories, methods, perspectives, and frameworks.
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