Department of Women's and Gender Studies, University of Alberta

The Department of Women’s and Gender Studies is a hub for feminist knowledge production and engaged citizenship at the University of Alberta. Its hallmarks include award-winning teachers and scholars, a vibrant feminist research community, and a long-standing commitment to interdisciplinary collaborations. Our graduates move into their communities as critical and engaged citizens with abiding commitments to social justice. The Department hosts a lively feminist research speakers series and a yearly annual lecture. We also sponsor and co-sponsor a variety of events both on campus and in the wider community.