Gender and Women's Studies Certificate in Criminal Justice

Students may complete coursework and an experiential learning component that focuses on the role of gender in their primary area of study of Biology, Business, Criminal Justice, or Health Sciences. Students who wish to pursue the certificate should contact the Gender and Women’s Studies coordinator and consult with the instructor in the course from their field of study. The following is required:

Two of the following courses (8 credit)

  • GW 101 Introduction to Gender and Women's Studies
  • GW 102 Introduction to Gender and Men's Studies
  • GW 110 Gender and Social Justice 

Students must take SO 341 Criminology.

Internship or Research Experience (2-4 credit hours)

An internship or research experience (2-4 credits) that allows students to gain experience in their discipline, with the academic component having students apply Gender Studies’ texts, topics, and theories to their practical work.