History Of SDSU Women's Studies

The San Diego State University Women's Studies Department grew out of the feminist activism of the 1960's. It was the first Department of its kind and for three decades it has continued as a leader in the field of Women's Studies.

Explore the history of Women's Studies in your own way. It is recommended that you start with the full SDSU Women's Studies Timeline. If you are in a hurry, you can visit the decades that are important to you.

	1970s
	Following the social and political activism of feminists in the 1960's, a grassroots effort by faculty, students and community activists led to the establishment of the first Women's Studies Department in the nation. Where where were you in the '70s? How did feminism effect your life or the lives of women before you? Click here to learn more
	1980s
	The department grew to a tenured faculty of three which became increasingly autonomous within the university. The 1989 academic review showed strength in numbers of students, faculty, budget, curriculum and community support. What was the political climate of the '80s? Were women's issues advanced by the federal government? Click here to learn more
	1990s
	The Women's Studies Department continued to grow, with the establishment of a MA degree, 9 tenure track faculty and highly valued lecturers, expanding international collaborations with China, Sweden, and Mexico. What personal and social issues were important to you in the 90s? What community activism were you aware of? Click here to learn more
	2000s
	The Department celebrated its 30th anniversary by sponsoring the Pacific Southwest Women's Studies Association Conference, April 2000 and 2001. International collaborations continue with further options developing in Latin America and Europe. What are your goals for the new millenium? How can Women's Studies help you reach them? Click here to learn more

For more information and great Women's Studies Links:
Check out the SDSU Women's Studies Timeline