Graduate Certificate in Women's Studies in Norfolk United States | Old Dominion University

The Department of Women's and Gender Studies explores gender through multiple academic lenses, analyzing how it intersects with race, class, sexuality, ability, nationality, and other identity factors, while prioritizing women's experiences. Earning a Graduate Certificate in Women's Studies equips students to effectively engage with varied communities, developing skills to inspire personal and collective transformation. These competencies give our graduates a competitive edge in today's workforce, where professionals with intersectional knowledge are in high demand. Faculty members mentor students in developing critical thinking abilities, bridging cultural divides, and fostering community engagement. Students can pursue this certificate independently or alongside another graduate degree program.