BA in Gender, Race and Identity in Reno United States | University of Nevada, Reno

The Gender, Race, and Identity program explores how race, gender, sexuality, class, and other identity markers intersect within societal power structures. This interdisciplinary major investigates identity, difference, and power through historical and modern lenses, examining both global and local contexts. Our curriculum emphasizes critical examination of race, gender, sexuality, and class, while also addressing Indigeneity, ethnicity, nationality, religion, ability status, and other social classifications. The program fosters an interdisciplinary learning environment that bridges social sciences and humanities, equipping students with analytical skills to understand and transform their communities and careers.
Learning outcomes include:
explaining concepts of identity, difference, and power as they relate to race, gender, sexuality, and class, while also considering additional factors like Indigeneity, ethnicity, citizenship, religion, ability status, and more.
evaluating different historical and theoretical perspectives on identity, difference, and power concerning systemic inequality, activism, and governmental authority.
synthesizing course material through various communication formats including oral presentations and different writing styles tailored to specific audiences.
examining identity, difference, and power through multiple disciplinary approaches using diverse research methodologies.
applying academic knowledge from Gender, Race, and Identity studies to personal and career aspirations, while developing theoretically grounded social, cultural, or community initiatives.