Women’s and Gender Studies (WGST) is an innovative, interdisciplinary program that explores human behaviour, institutions, culture, politics, and social issues. Students will examine current and historical events, theories, and movements related to gender and sexuality, race and Indigeneity, class relations, disability, and other areas, building skills in critical thinking, gender-based analysis, anti-oppressive research, and equity, diversity, and inclusion.


'We wrote that play, together': USask research paints picture of lived experiences of Iranian women 

Haleh Mir Miri has experienced firsthand the oppression that women can be subjected to under extremist Islamic rule
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Courageous author, thirsty entrepreneur and intrepid filmmaker among latest Sask. CBC Future 40 winner Social Sharing 

Courageous author, thirsty entrepreneur and intrepid filmmaker among latest Sask. CBC Future 40 winner Social Sharing

‘It’s all about thinking critically’: USask students reflect on their education in advance of International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day, held on March 8, is a global day of recognition celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and girls