Need help planning your course of study, meeting academic requirements, or exploring career options? Students who are interested in declaring a major or minor in women’s, gender, and sexuality studies should contact our undergraduate program advisor. Undergraduate students already pursuing a major or minor in WGSS or a minor in QSTS should seek academic support from advisors at Tykeson Hall or from our Director of Undergraduate Studies.
For general questions, contact the WGSS office.
Tykeson Hall Advising
Need help planning your course of study? Tykeson College and Career Advising is the academic and career advising destination for all students who are declared majors and minors in the College of Arts and Sciences. At Tykeson Hall, you can work with professional college and career advisors to schedule your classes, plan for graduation, discuss career possibilities, and more.
Students should also continue to seek advice from faculty when they are looking for specific information about their chosen major or detailed information about their major department and its curricular and co-curricular offerings.
Location: Tykeson Hall
Phone: 541-346-9200
MS Teams/Email: tykesonfront@uoregon.edu
Drop-in Hours: Monday through Friday, 10am-3pm PT
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Office of Academic Advising
Are you still figuring out which major you’d like to pursue at UO? Whether you're in year one, two, or three and beyond or you're a transfer student,advisors in the Office of Academic Advising can help you explore options based on your strengths and interests so you can make the most of your college experience.
Location: 101 Oregon Hall
Phone: 541-346-32110
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm PT
Advising FAQs
How do I make an appointment with a faculty member?
Find the WGSS faculty member in our Directory and visit them during office hours. To request an appointment outside of office hours, send an email request.
How do I declare WGSS as my major?
Download and complete the Major-Minor Add/Drop Form, then e-mail to wgs@uoregon.edu.
Is there a senior capstone course I need to take if I major in WGSS?
All WGSS majors are required to take the WGS 411 Practicum to graduate, which is offered every fall quarter. Most students take this course during their senior year.
How do I qualify for a senior thesis or earn honors in WGSS?
Only WGSS majors who complete a senior thesis are eligible to potentially earn honors in WGSS. Visit the Senior Honors Thesis page for details.
Does WGSS offer scholarships?
Yes, we have a scholarship application process in early Spring each year. See our Scholarships page for more details.
What courses are best for first-year students to take?
It’s always a good idea to get a head start on major and general university requirements. You can start with WGS 101, but make sure to talk with an advisor to see what courses will best fit with your path of study. You can check out our sample 4-year plan here.
Can I count courses from other institutions towards my WGSS major?
Yes! Many courses are automatically imported into your degree guide. If one is not applied to UO WGSS automatically and you believe it is relevant, please fill out this form.
Can I study abroad as a WGSS major? What types of study abroad programs are available?
Visit our Study Abroad page for more information about study abroad opportunities.