Sexuality Studies (BA)

Sexuality Studies majors explore how social, historical, psychological, literary, legal, biological and political contexts shape sexual practices, expressions, identities and representations and investigates the ways in which sexuality is shaped by race, gender, class dis/ability, religion, nationality and ethnicity.

The major is closely tied to the Diversity & Identity Studies Collective at OSU (DISCO), a collaborative intellectual venture that explores the multiple dimensions of identity, culture, social difference and power within our increasingly complex national and global worlds.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Sexuality Studies examines how social, historical, psychological, literary, legal, biological, and political contexts shape sexual practices, expressions, identities, and representations.

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Typically, graduates with a BA in Sexuality Studies will pursue a career related to the field, but some may choose to pursue graduate or professional education in the field or a related area. Graduate education may be easier to pursue for students who double major in sexuality studies and a related field, such as psychology, sociology or social work. A variety of career options are possible, including education, counseling, health services, social services, criminology and politically oriented work.

courses you might take:

PSYCH 2333: Psychology of Human Sexuality

Overview of the psychology of human sexuality including the nature and variety of human sexual experience, theories and therapies regarding sexual issues.

SOCIOL 3435 : Sociology of Gender

Analyzes multilevel processes that differentiate women and men in education, employment, and relationships. Examines variations in gendered experiences across race-ethnicity, social class, and sexuality.

ENGLISH 2282: Introduction to Queer Studies

Introduces and problematizes foundational concepts of the interdisciplinary field of queer studies, highlighting the intersections of sexuality with race, class, and nationality.

WGSS 4527: Studies in Gender and Cinema

Analysis of different film types focused on women to help students understand historical scope, theoretical frameworks, and reading strategies for understanding these films; topics vary.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Barbara and Si Sokol Essay Scholarship

Students apply by submitting an essay (of between 500 and 1,000 words) that explores how “difference” has had a positive effect on the author’s life, how this difference and their personal experiences with sexual and gender identity have influenced their decision to work for positive change in society and how their experiences with the challenges of difference have affected (and are affected by) their reasons for pursuing a minor or major in Sexuality Studies.

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DISCO Interdisciplinary Programs Scholarship

The Diversity and Identity Studies Collective at OSU (DISCO) Interdisciplinary Programs Scholarship is designed to support students who are enrolled in any of the undergraduate DISCO interdisciplinary programs: American Indian Studies minor, Asian American Studies minor, Disability Studies minor, Latina/o Studies minor, and/or Sexuality Studies minor or major.

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Scarlet & Gay Scholarship

The LGBT Alumni Society is dedicated to making studying at The Ohio State University a financial reality for more LGBT and students and their allies. Realizing that the financial demands placed on students and families because of the rising cost of higher education is often multiplied for LGBT students, fundraising efforts by the society has made these scholarships a reality.

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Point Foundation Scholarships

Point Foundation empowers promising LGBTQ students to achieve their full academic and leadership potential – despite the obstacles often put before them – to make a significant impact on society.

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