About Women’s & Gender Studies
Program Description
Women’s and Gender Studies is a dynamic interdisciplinary field preparing students to be future leaders, scholars, and social justice activists. We are dedicated to studying the social production of gender and women’s experiences in relation to formations of sexuality, race, class, nationality, ability, ageism, and other categories of difference. The department emphasizes the importance of connecting what students learn in the classroom to political projects and personal experiences.
Our curriculum empowers students to be agents of change in their communities and society. It provides them tools to examine relations of gender in local, national, and global contexts. “Putting Theory into Practice” since 1971, we place a strong emphasis on community involvement and activism, and we offer many opportunities for internships and service work credit.
The B.S. in Women’s and Gender Studies prepares students for careers in teaching, counseling, health, human services, law, and public service.
Minimum total units required for the BS: 120; 40 units should be upper division. Total units required for a WGS Major 36 unit.
Pink is Political
The color pink in our graduation sash symbolizes our commitment to feminist struggles for social justice. We believe that Pink is Political, Pink is Powerful, and Pink is Passionate.
Explore Our Degree Opportunities
Spring 2023 WGS Faculty
| Name | Course(s) | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Tristan Josephson | 172 | tristan.josephson@csus.edu |
| Cara Jones | 75/180 | cara.jone@csus.edu |
| Joanna Núñez | 139/140 | j.nunez@csus.edu |
| Mary Senyonga | 110.01/136.02 | senyonga@csus.edu |
| Sujatha Moni | Sabbitical Spring 2023 | |
| Rita Cameron Wedding | FERP/Returning Fall 2024 | |
| Vicki Hall | 146 | hallva@saclink.csus.edu |
| Elizabeth Mukiibi | 136.01/138 | emukiibi@csus.edu |
| Katrina McDonald | 110.02/133 | katrina.mcdonald@csus.edu |
| Johnnie Terry | 50 | johnnie.terry@csus.edu |
| Malia Womack | 85 | womack@csus.edu |
| Janice Tanemura | 118/137 | janice.tanemura@csus.edu |
Career Options
- Education: University Professors, University Staff, K-12 teachers, curriculum specialists, Department of Education
- Paid Organizer: Labor Unions and organizations such as the Feminist Majority or the National Organization of Women
- Writer/ Researcher on women’s issues
- Non-profit agencies with an emphasis on social issues
- Human Resources
- Law
- Medicine/Women’s Health
- Consultant on Women’s Issues: Political campaigns and legislative aides.
- International Development: Non-governmental organizations
- Career Development: Career Development consultant and trainer, job developer.
Campus Services
Connect with the Department of Women’s & Gender Studies
Find Us
Department of Women’s & Gender Studies
Amador Hall,
Room 550
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.,
Closed 12 p.m to 1 p.m. for Lunch
Contact Us
Phone: (916) 278-6817
womensstudies@csus.edu