Examine women's roles, work, and ideas across history and culture — in a 15-credit interdisciplinary minor that pairs with almost any major.
Why add a Women’s Studies Minor at Shawnee State
Truly interdisciplinary — coursework spans literature, art, communication, history, sociology, psychology, music, political science, and health.
Make it your own. One required intro course gives you a shared vocabulary 12 elective credits let you pursue what interests you (women in literature, gender socialization, women in politics, women's history, psychology of gender, women in music, and more).
Useful for any career where understanding gender, equity, and culture matters — healthcare, education, counseling, law, politics, communication, social work, and beyond.
Small classes and faculty who'll know your work.
What you'll study
The minor is 15 credit hours — one required introductory course (3 credits) plus 12 elective credits from an approved interdisciplinary list. A grade of C or better is required in every course. Additional courses can be approved by the women's studies curriculum committee as they become available.
- Required (3 credits): ENGL 2205 Introduction to Women's Studies
- Electives (12 credits, choose four):
- AHNR 3500 Dimensions in Women's Health
- ARTH 3367 Women in the Arts
- COMM 3381 Feminist Rhetoric
- ENGL 3342 Women in Literature
- ENGL 3352 Women's Narratives
- ENGL 3375 Women and Film
- ENGL 3377 Hispanic Women Contemporary Film and Literature
- POLS 3240 Women and Politics HIST 3115 Women in Medieval Europe
- HIST 3346 History of American Women 1865–Present
- MUSI 3221 Women in Music
- PSYC 3143 Psychology of Women and Gender
- SOCI 3310 Gender Socialization
- SOCI 3350 Women of Color in the U.S.
View the full curriculum and sample schedule in the Academic Catalog
Who should consider this minor
- Pre-law, social work, public policy, and political science students
- Healthcare and counseling students who'll work with diverse patient populations
- Education, communication, and business students who want a broader cultural frame
- Anyone passionate about advocacy, equity, or cultural studies
Tuition and Financial Aid
SSU offers affordable tuition rates with the Shawnee Advantage Tuition Guarantee ensuring that your tuition, room, meal plan, and general fees remain consistent for four years.
To support students financially, Shawnee State provides a variety of scholarship opportunities:
- Merit-Based Scholarships: Awards ranging from $2,000 to full tuition are available based on academic achievements, such as GPA and standardized test scores.
- Choose Ohio First Scholarships: Specifically for Ohio residents pursuing degrees in high-demand fields like Medical Laboratory Technology, these scholarships offer awards from $1,500 up to full tuition.
- Pell-Eligible Free Tuition Program: Students from select Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky counties who qualify for federal Pell Grants may be eligible for free tuition.
For detailed information on tuition rates and to explore all scholarship opportunities, please visit the Tuition & Fees and Scholarships pages.
We encourage you to contact your advisor, the Bursar’s Office, or the Financial Aid Office for details about your personal tuition or billing statement.
Contact Information
Ann Linden
Title: Department Chair
Area: Department of English & Humanities
Phone: (740) 351-3300
Email: alinden@shawnee.edu