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Sexualities, Genders and Social Change | Current Students

This page is designed for all our Sexualities, Genders and Social Change (SXGN) students to access essential information, resources, and support in one place. Here, you'll find links to important program details, opportunities to get involved in the university community, and pathways to explore career options connected to your studies at the University of Guelph.

You Belong Here

You are part of a welcoming and supportive community who only want to see you succeed. Alongside faculty and staff within the Sexualities, Genders and Social Change (SXGN) major, this Bachelor of Arts (BA) program is housed in the following units:

College of Arts (COA)Interdisciplinary Programs (IDP)

ARE YOU IN FIRST YEAR?

If you're new to Guelph, get started with helpful resources and tips on our START U of G page. Explore the links below to enrich your experience in the Sexualities, Genders and Social Change (SXGN) program and make your time at the University of Guelph truly memorable!

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Program Details

Minor Options

Culture and Technology Studies Minor (CTS)Black Canadian Studies Minor (BLCK)Creative Writing Minor (CRWR)Political Science Minor (POLS)Philosophy Minor (PHIL)

Advising Support

We are here to help you!

The College of Arts (COA) offers different types of supports through different offices: Academic, program-specific, and career-related questions are each handled by separate units.

This section will help you find out who to contact when!

Talk to BA Academic Advising Office if you have questions about:

Your degree requirements
Course selection or changing your major/minor
Academic standing
Deferred exams, or dropping courses
Navigating university policies and deadlines
General questions about your academic progress

Start here for most academic concerns—they’ll help guide you or refer you if needed.

A faculty advisor is a professor or faculty member in your major/program.You’re encouraged to talk to them if you have questions about:

Research opportunities
Discipline specific questions
Planning for graduate school or further academic paths

Each major/program has a designated faculty advisor who understands your subject area deeply. Talk to you Faculty Advisor today!

Nicola Edwards is a holistic Career Advisor who’s been supporting U of G students since 2013, helping you grow through personalized career guidance. If you're wondering about:

What careers you can pursue with your Arts degree
Identifying and articulating your skills and strengths
Job search support
Interview preparation

Your advisor, Nicola, is ready to meet with you! She is your go-to for career planning and connections to experiential learning.

To book an appointment, login to your Experience Guelph account and in the left hand menu, click on "Career" and then "Appointments".

Check the ‘Prepare for life beyond school’ section below for more information on careers resources available at the University of Guelph.

Experiential Learning

Explore our experiential learning courses, where theory meets practice through hands-on projects, community collaboration, and research opportunities, all designed to deepen skills and open career pathways.

Integrated Experiential Learning

Integrated experiential learning courses at U of G combine academic learning with activities like projects, labs, simulations, and field studies to enhance skill development.

Community-Engaged Learning

Community-engaged learning courses link academic concepts with skill development through collaborative projects with community organizations for shared benefits.

Research and Scholarly Creation

Research and scholarly creation courses allow students to conduct guided research in academic, industry, or community settings, engaging in systematic investigation and faculty evaluation.