The National Women's Studies Association has a detailed definition of this study area, along with a set of resources pages and information on their annual conference. You can also find an overview of this topic, including intersectionality and pedagogies, at the Wikipedia page on Women's Studies.
Gender can actually be a difficult concept to define (it's not a binary), as indicated by our Research Starters Topic page on Gender. You'll notice the page has a list of about twenty additional topic pages to explore, ranging from Gender DIfferences: Biology and Culture to Gender Evolution in Graphic Novels.
UTM also has a Women's Studies Minor. Check out the program, requirements, and faculty at this link: http://www.utm.edu/departments/women/
Books can be found as ebooks via the links provided or as print items in the Paul Meek Library. Most books are located on the 2nd floor, but new books are shelved on the 1st floor. If you have trouble locating a book, please stop by our service desk on the 1st floor for assistance.
The databases at the top house several articles and other resources that may be of interest. A selection of specific articles are linked below the databases. Some resources are only available if you're on campus or logged in off campus. If you have trouble accessing any of these articles, you may use the contact information on this guide's Getting Started page for assistance.