Women's Health Minor
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the unique health needs and experiences of women.
The Women’s Health minor is designed to enrich students' understanding of the diverse factors that influence women's health, spanning the biomedical, economic, political, psychological, social, historical, and cultural realms.
This minor is an excellent complement to programs that prepare students for careers in nursing, social work, criminal justice, recreation, public relations, counseling, public health, medicine, and related fields.
Unique class topics in the Women's Health minor:
- Women's Health Issues: Examine the multifaceted dimensions of women's health, including reproductive health, gender disparities in healthcare, and social determinants of health, through a nursing lens focused on holistic care and advocacy.
- Introduction to Women's Studies: Explore the intersections of gender, race, class, sexuality, and other identities, analyzing feminist theories and movements to understand the social, cultural, and political contexts shaping women's experiences and identities.
- Global Women's Issues: Investigate global challenges and opportunities facing women, including gender-based violence, economic empowerment, reproductive rights, and environmental justice, while exploring diverse perspectives and strategies for promoting gender equality and social justice worldwide.