Queer Studies Minor

The queer studies minor provides students with opportunities to research and understand a rapidly growing field whose focus is the study of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and allied peoples, their histories and cultures. Queer studies is a method of inquiry that explores the role of same-sex desire and constructions of gender across and among cultures and histories. In these classes, students will consider sexualities and genders as identities and social statuses, as categories of knowledge, and as lenses that help to frame how we understand our world. The minor consists of interdisciplinary coursework in queer studies. Students who wish to pursue the queer studies minor should consult with Holly Cashman.

The queer studies minor requires 5 courses (20 credits) from the queer studies course offerings list below. One pre-approved elective from the electives list below may count toward the minor.

A grade of C- or better is required in all queer studies courses. Courses taken Pass/Fail may not be used for the minor. No more than 8 credits used to satisfy the requirements for a major may be used for the queer studies minor. If you wish to substitute a different course, consult with a queer studies faculty advisor.

Please note that additional courses may count toward the minor. Visit the program's website for the most up-to-date information.