The concentration in women's studies provides students with a foundation appropriate for continuing education in graduate and professional school, but also may lead to careers in a variety of fields. The list below is only a sample of these, selected from national data and from Major Options by Nicholas Basta (1991, New York: The Stonesong Press).
Some occupations, such as counselor, may require additional specialized training. Additional graduate study is generally required for listings marked with a *.
Education
| Business and Industry
|
Government and Public Sector
| Health and Human Services
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Students of women's studies develop general and technical skills and abilities applicable to diverse occupational paths. While many continue education in graduate, medical, or law school, many other possibilities exist. The representative skills below may be used in a variety of careers. For example, compiling and evaluating information may be used in various ways by a social worker, a lawyer, or a lobbyist.
Communication
| Project Development
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Interpersonal Relations
| Analysis and Research
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...about careers, graduate and professional schools, internships, professional associations, or job descriptions contact:
University Career Center
110 Burge Union
(785) 864-3624
For information about majors and concentrations in women's studies:
Department of Women's Studies
2120 Wescoe Hall
(785) 864-4012
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