Why Women’s & Gender Studies?

The Women’s and Gender Studies Department is both interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary. Students choose an individually fashioned curriculum from women’s studies (WMST) courses and from an approved list of courses selected from other disciplines.

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Why Study Women’s and Gender Studies?

The Women’s and Gender Studies Department is both interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary. Students choose an individually fashioned curriculum from women’s studies (WMST) courses and from an approved list of courses selected from other disciplines.

Reasons to Pursue a Degree in Women’s and Gender Studies

  • Look at world events and cultures from the perspective of different genders and investigate the factors that influence and shape the female experience.
  • Recognize the equality of women and men in all areas of life – personal, social, work and home.
  • Understand the personal and professional options available to women in society and gain knowledge about women’s and gender issues.
  • Explore how gender plays a critical role in the development and success of men and women.
  • Enhance your career opportunities in education, health, government, business, media, the law and public service as well as self-employment.

Gain Experience through Internships

Arrange an internship through Towson’s Career Center or the department. Whole Woman’s Health, My City 4 Her, Free State Legal, the Towson University LGBT Student Development Center, and Fair Girls are among those organizations that regularly provide internship opportunities for students.