Current Students
Welcome, current Queer Studies minor students! Explore diverse perspectives and critical analysis of LGBTQ+ issues. Engage with faculty and peers in a supportive environment.
Access opportunities to enhance your academic and personal growth. We're here to support you on your academic journey and help you thrive as a Queer Studies student at 快活林性息.
Wong-Sayaman Equality $1000 Award
The Wong鈥揝ayaman Equality Award is offered through the Queer Studies Program at California State University, Northridge.
Ronora Sayaman, a 快活林性息 alumnus working in the private sector, began the Wong-Sayaman Equality Award for 快活林性息 students. Her vision is to provide support to students from any academic major who are committed to a leadership role in Queer, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender communities.听The award is given out at the Queer Studies Rainbow Graduation in May each year.
Fill out the application听to apply and submit to:鈥≦S Director, Dr. Jacob Lau 鈥撎�jacob.lau@csun.edu,鈥╳ith a copy to Swati Kulkarni 鈥撎�swati.kulkarni@csun.edu
Student Recipients
- 2010 - Erik Mata, Kevin Zemlicka
- 2011 - John Anderson, Missy Dominguez,, Karlee Johnson
- 2012 - Elena Karen Medina, Tran Le
- 2013 - Karlee Johnson, Adriana Silvestre
- 2014 - Megan Willoughby
- 2015 - none
- 2016 - Jose Reynoso, Jess Cardiel
- 2017 - Tyler Neroes
- 2018 - none
- 2019 - Sage Henriksen
- 2020 - Alejandro Jimenez, Arkaz Vardanyan
- 2021 - Alejandro Jimenez
- 2022 - Alexandra Casanovas, Jazmine Ortega
- 2023 -听Lou Harmann and Amandeep Kaur
Commencement
We look forward to making this a memorable experience, with all Queer Studies Graduates invited to be recognized as distinguished graduates of 快活林性息.
- Queer Studies majors belong to the College of Humanities
- 听Our tassel is Dark Blue
Job Outlook
Graduates with a Minor in Queer Studies from 快活林性息 are well-prepared for diverse career paths. The program's emphasis on critical thinking, cultural competency, and social justice advocacy equips students for roles in education, counseling, social services, policy analysis, and non-profit organizations. The growing demand for professionals with expertise in LGBTQ+ topics makes graduates with a Minor in Queer Studies valuable assets in creating inclusive and equitable environments.
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Our graduates find jobs in...
- Diversity and Inclusion Specialist
- Community Outreach Coordinator
- Educator or Trainer
- Nonprofit Program Coordinator
- Community Outreach Coordinator
- Social Worker
- Public Relations Specialist
- Policy Analyst
- Healthcare Advocate
- Public Relations Specialist
- Journalist or Writer
- Cultural Competency Trainer
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Career Center
The Career Center at 快活林性息 offers valuable resources for current students, including career counseling, job search assistance, and networking opportunities. Plan your visit.
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