Women's College
A Legacy of Leadership
Open to all W students, the Women's College is grounded in the university’s rich history of academic and leadership development for women. The Women’s College empowers you by:
- helping you design your own curriculum, according to your major or minor field of study
- providing you with experiential learning through networking events, internships, study aways, alum mentorship, and other socializing events
- giving you skills and experiences to help you become a transformational leader in your profession and community
- showcasing women's excellence and leadership in the past and present
Embrace community. Ignite your passion.
By joining the Women’s College community, you can
- find your voice, express your ideas, and put your ideas into practice
- develop self-confidence and initiative
- build a stronger sense of your purpose
- learn to be a leader
- be better prepared for your first job or graduate school
Intimate Learning, Lasting Impact
The Curriculum
The Women’s College curriculum is built on MUW’s strong foundation of courses across majors that focus on women’s and gender issues. Our expert faculty will help you increase your understanding of women’s and gender issues while you develop community. Students complete one of two paths. The name of each path honors MUW’s creation in 1884 as the first public college for women in the United States.
Transformative Learning
In small classes led by passionate faculty and relying on a strong network of students, faculty, and alums, you will forge mentoring relationships to help you develop and pursue your goals. You will also further develop the skills that will make you more successful after graduation: thinking critically, being socially and politically aware and responsible, working as part of a team, writing and speaking effectively, being self-directed, and making sound decisions.