The Bachelor of Arts in Women’s & Gender Studies at Towson University Maryland offers you a critical lens through which to understand the complex interplay of gender, identity, and social structures. This interdisciplinary program is ideal for students eager to explore how race, ethnicity, sexuality, and class shape individual and collective experiences. You will delve into foundational feminist theories and engage with diverse perspectives on women’s roles and contributions across various cultural and historical contexts. This undergraduate degree equips you with the analytical tools to question societal norms and contribute to a more equitable world.
You will pursue your studies full-time on campus over four years, engaging with a curriculum that balances theoretical knowledge with practical application. The program structure allows you to select courses from four distinct focus areas, including Women, Gender, Culture and Creativity, and Women’s Words, Women’s Lives, ensuring a personalized educational journey. Your culminating experience will be a Seminar in Women's Studies, where you will integrate your learning and apply it to contemporary issues. Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths in advocacy, education, policy, non-profit management, and further graduate studies.