Syracuse University (informally 'Cuse or SU) is a private research university in Syracuse, New York, United States. Established in 1870 with roots in the Methodist Episcopal Church, the university has been nonsectarian since 1920. Located in the city's University Hill neighborhood, east and southeast of Downtown Syracuse, the large campus features an eclectic mix of architecture, ranging from nineteenth-century Romanesque Revival to contemporary buildings. Syracuse University is organized into 13 schools and colleges and is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very high research activity".
The Department of Women's and Gender Studies at Syracuse University offers an interdisciplinary program exploring the complex ways gender intersects with race class sexuality and nationality. Situated in Syracuse NY the department provides students with critical tools to analyze historical and contemporary issues affecting women and diverse gender identities globally. Through coursework research and opportunities for activism students engage with feminist theories and methodologies focusing on intersectional analysis and social justice. The program prepares graduates for various careers by fostering critical thinking and the ability to challenge inequalities empowering them to contribute to a more equitable world.
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