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The discipline of Gender and Women's Studies has undergone significant evolution since its establishment at Lakehead University in 1990. Beyond exploring women's experiences and gender structures, you'll investigate diverse areas including: Sexual Identity, Queer Perspectives, Legal Frameworks, Male Identity Studies, Global Advocacy, Ecological Feminism, Equity Movements, Media Representations, and Bodily Experiences. Through these subjects and others, we aim to reveal how societal beliefs limit individuals and how these constraints can be overcome to promote fairness. Our Women's Studies Department employs a multidisciplinary feminist methodology. Our distinguished faculty specialize in feminist jurisprudence, women's wellness, queer theory, digital culture studies, and offer courses that effectively prepare students for advanced degrees in Social Justice, Canadian legal education, healthcare professions, public safety careers, and various other fields.
As an Honors student in Women's Studies, you can pursue a dual major combining with Gerontology, Psychological Science, Historical Studies, Literary Arts, Indigenous Knowledge, Social Sciences, Nature-Based Education, or Teacher Preparation programs, alongside focused study paths in Community Services.