INSTITUTE NEWS
Read below for the most up-to-date news from the Institute for Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS).
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Recent Institute News
Spotlight on Nazih Raychouni: From Beirut to Atlanta, Advocating for Change through WGSS
My name is Nazih Raychouni and I am from Beirut, Lebanon. I am currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Georgia State University through the Fulbright Foreign Student Program. Before this, I completed my undergraduate studies...read more ❯
Empowering Voices: Candace Hasan’s Journey Through WGSS and Beyond
Meet Candace Hasan, a Georgia State University graduate and passionate advocate in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS). As an abortion storyteller, doula, and community organizer, Candace is committed to advancing sexual wellness and amplifying Black...read more ❯
Faculty Updates, Fall 2024
Dr. Daniel Coleman: Published Refusals and Reinventions: Engendering New Indigenous and Black Life Across the Americas (2024), examining how Afro-descendant and Indigenous communities navigate postcolonial realities. A book launch was held at Charis Books...read more ❯
Monica Musonda Inspires at Georgia State University: Bold Moves and Finding Your Voice as a Female Entrepreneur
On September 6, 2024, Georgia State University proudly hosted Monica Musonda, founder and CEO of Java Foods, for an insightful event titled "Secrets to Success: Making Bold Moves & Finding Your Voice as a Female Entrepreneur." Open to the public, the event...read more ❯
Georgia State Graduate Uses Storytelling to Fight Harmful Narratives
After graduating from Georgia State, Charles Stephens (B.A. '05) founded a nonprofit organization to combat harmful narratives surrounding the Black LGBTQ community.read more ❯
Course Offerings for Summer 2024
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WGSS 2010: Intro to Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies
Daniel McCarthy-Howard | CRN: 51471 | Online/ Asynch
Beginning with an exploration of Kimberlé Crenshaw's concept of intersectionality, learn about the foundational...read more ❯
Dr. Daniel Coleman's Forthcoming Book Offers A Fresh Perspective
Dr. Daniel Ìgbín’bí Coleman (they/he) is a transdisciplinary organic intellectual, organizer, and performing artist. Dr. Coleman uses the phrase “organic intellectual” when referring to his scholarly work and approach to research because he is invested in...read more ❯
2024 Anne L. Harper Annual Lecture, presented by Hil Malatino: "Trans, Mad, Weird: Lessons from the Reed Erickson Archive."
"Trans, Mad, Weird: Lessons from the Reed Erickson Archive" Prof. Hil Malatino, Penn State University
Thursday, March 21st, 2024 at 4:30 PM EDT
Georgia State University Library’s Archives and Special Collections
100 Decatur Street SE, Atlanta,...read more ❯
GSU at WGS South!
This year, the Institute for Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies is thrilled to announce our strong representation at the WGS South Conference, featuring one faculty panel and two engaging graduate student panels.
Faculty Panel:
"Covid and Collective Trauma:...read more ❯
WGSS Alumni Spotlight: Leah Berger-Singer
Leah Berger-Singer (MA 2022), is a Training & Technical Assistance Coordinator for School Based Initiatives (SBI) with the Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power & Potential (GCAPP). At GCAPP, her primary role is to train school-based staff on skills and best...read more ❯
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