Deepen your understanding of gender, identity, and power with SUNY Empire’s online
Graduate Certificate in Women’s and Gender Studies.
Designed for educators, advocates, and professionals across sectors, this interdisciplinary
program explores gender and sexuality through the lens of literature, history, sociology,
politics, and the arts. You’ll examine the relationship between theory and practice while engaging with critical
issues like race, class, inequality, and global justice. Flexible and fully online,
this 12-credit certificate helps you apply what you learn to meaningful social and
professional impact.
Earn your Graduate Certificate in Women’s and Gender Studies online and explore the
dynamics of gender, identity, and equity in society. This flexible program helps you
build critical thinking and analytical skills while examining real-world issues such
as intersectionality, social justice, and representation. You’ll gain the tools to apply gender-informed perspectives across fields like education,
advocacy, public policy, and the arts.
My professors have always been really available to me. If I write to them on evenings
and weekends, they're always there for me to help me out. I am able to shape my schoolwork
around my existing schedule.
Margaret H.
Master of Arts in Public History, ‘24
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Advance Equity Through Gender-Informed Perspectives
We're here to support you every step of the way as you pursue your Graduate Certificate
in Women’s and Gender Studies. Our dedicated advisors will help you stay on track,
deepen your understanding of gender, identity, and power, and build the critical skills
you need to lead conversations and create positive change in your field or community.