Minors
The minor in Gender & Sexuality Studies (GSS) is a dynamic program that offers students a comprehensive understanding of gender studies and sexuality studies across the humanities and social sciences. The interdisciplinary approaches, methods, and topics in GSS offer a robust and beneficial addition to any major or degree program from across Northwestern.
Minor in Gender & Sexuality Studies (updated Fall 2026)
- Two Core Courses, chosen from:
- GSS 220 Sexual Subjects: Introduction to Sexuality Studies
- GSS 230 Traditions in Feminist Thought
- GSS 240 Introduction to Queer and Trans Studies
- One Theory Course, chosen from:
- GSS 380 Black Feminist Theory
- GSS 381 Queer Theory
- GSS 397 Feminist Theory
- Three Additional GSS Courses*:
- At least 1 at the 300-level
- At least 1 with a global focus
- At least 1 with a social science focus
- At least 1 with a humanities focus
*Some courses fall into two or more categories. Students may use a single course to count for multiple foci.