Simone de Beauvoir Institute

Hands down, best women's studies program in N.A. Completed Minor in Women's Studies at the Institute & education was more impactful, plentiful, & demanding than a 4 year- degree.

The Simone de Beauvoir Institute, a college within Concordia University, was established in 1978 to provide a foundation for the interdisciplinary teaching of, and research in, Women’s Studies. Beauvoir, a distinguished philosopher and feminist writer, authorized the Institute to use her name and continued to show great interest in its activities. The SdBI has been a pioneer in the field of Women’s Studies in Canada.