This course takes an interdisciplinary, evidence-based approach to exploring the foundational concepts in the study of human sexuality, as well as recent developments and research in the field. Topics will include:

• Sex, gender, and sexuality
• Identity and intersectionality
• Sexual behavior and consent 
• Dating and relationships
• And more (see Sample Schedule below)

While there are no academic prerequisites, this course may be of particular interest to professionals and graduate students in psychology, counseling, medicine, law, human resources, and related fields.

Participants will receive a certificate of completion from the Kinsey Institute upon successfully finishing the course. 

In-person attendance includes:

• Breakfast and lunch daily
• Tour of the Kinsey Institute, including the new Dr. Caroline Beebe Gallery
• Presentation from the Kinsey Institute Archive & Collections
• Pizza and movie night
• Networking with Kinsey Institute researchers and staff

Application Information

Online Session: February 20-23, 2025
Synchronous / live (not recorded)
Online tuition: $1,500

In-person Session: May 15-18, 2025
In-person at Bloomington, IN
In-person tuition: $2,500

Now accepting applications.
Application review begins on December 1, 2024 with rolling admission. 
Applications will close on February 7, 2025 or when sessions reach capacity.

Some $500 scholarships are available (statement of financial need required; see application).

APPLY HERE

Questions? Contact kinseyce@iu.edu for more information.

Instructor

Jessica J. Hille, JD, PhD
Assistant Director for Education, Kinsey Institute
Clinical Assistant Professor, Kinsey Institute
Co-director, Human Sexuality and Health, IU School of Medicine

Sample Schedule

Schedule subject to change. Lecture topics may vary.

Previous guest speakers have included Kinsey Institute researchers and research affiliates Zoë Peterson, Liana Zhou, Greg Carter, Greg Lewis, Myeshia Price, Cynthia Graham, and Justin Garcia.