UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS IN

LGBTQ+ STUDIES

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Why LGBTQ+ Studies

At Hofstra, the LGBTQ+ studies minor offers an interdisciplinary look at the histories, cultures, and lived experiences of gender and sexual minorities. Through courses spanning identity, representation, politics, health, religion, literature, and popular culture, you’ll explore how LGBTQ+ communities have shaped — and been shaped by — society across time and place.

A minor in LGBTQ+ studies pairs well with majors in fields such as education, psychology, sociology, journalism, business, political science, health professions, and the humanities. It also provides a strong foundation for graduate study in law, counseling, education, public health, and related disciplines, giving you the cultural and analytical insight to work effectively in diverse, inclusive environments.

Explore Identity. Challenge Assumptions.

LGBTQ+ studies gives you a foundation for understanding identity, culture, and inequality through a global and intersectional lens.

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Degrees & Programs

This interdisciplinary program in LGBTQ+ studies draws on the strengths of departments throughout the University. You will receive advisement from a network of faculty mentors so that the courses you take are suited to your personal, professional, and academic interests.

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES & PROGRAMS

Minor in LGBTQ+ Studies

Financial Support

LGBTQ+ Activism Scholarship

The intent of this scholarship is to promote activism in support of the LGBTQ+ community. This scholarship is open to any applicant, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, who has a demonstrable record or strong potential in support of LGBTQ+ activism. Scholarship recipients are selected based on academic ability and experience promoting activism in support of the LGBTQ+ community.

Bettina D. Hindin ’82 Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a student(s) studying elementary or secondary education, with a minimum GPA of 3.0, selected based on academic achievement or potential and/or financial need. The recipient will have demonstrated commitment to the activism and advocacy on behalf of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Jill M. Rabin Endowed Scholarship in Memory of Audrey Lee Kurland

This scholarship is awarded to deserving pre-med students selected based on academic achievement or potential and/or financial need and who have a demonstrated commitment to the activism and advocacy on behalf of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Mildred Elizabeth McGinnis Endowed Scholarship

The Mildred Elizabeth McGinnis Endowed Scholarship was established to assist LGBTQ+ students in the humanities. The scholarship will be awarded based on demonstrated economic need to an undergraduate LGBTQ+ student majoring in any humanities discipline with at least a 3.0 GPA.

Robert P. Sulcer Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to deserving first-year English majors who are selected based on academic achievement or potential and/or financial need and have a demonstrated commitment to the activism and advocacy on behalf of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Steven Salbu Endowed Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a deserving student selected based on academic achievement or potential and/or financial need. The recipient will have a demonstrated commitment to activism and advocacy on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community.

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Robert P. Sulcer, Jr., Memorial Library

The Robert P. Sulcer, Jr., Memorial Library is an extensive collection of works on classical and English literature, literary theory, and gender and sexuality. Over the years, the collection has grown to about 1,900 volumes, of which about 150 comprise the gender and sexuality collection, including many central texts in LGBTQ+ studies. The Sulcer Memorial Library is available as a scholarly resource for minors in LGBTQ+ studies.

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Mentors

An extensive network of faculty and staff across Hofstra University’s colleges and schools serves as LGBTQ+ mentors, available to advise students on academic matters and to offer guidance and support throughout their time at Hofstra.

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Andrew M. Forman, PhD

LGBTQ+ Scholarship Committee

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PROGRAM DIRECTOR, LGBTQ+ STUDIES PROGRAM

Dr. Lisa M. Dresner

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A COMMUNITY THAT SUPPORTS AND INSPIRES

The LGBTQ+ studies minor strengthens your ability to engage thoughtfully and work effectively in diverse communities. Discover how this program can enhance your impact and career opportunities.

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