Women and Gender Studies Program at George Mason University

Come join us for the Cat Lady event! Together we'll watch "The Cat Returns" from Studio Ghibli directed by Hiroyuki Morita. Afterwards a discussion about the "Crazy Cat Lady" trope will be held.

ALT TEXT: A black poster with numerous pictures of cats in the background with the text "Cat Lady" in the top center. Underneath it has the text "March 24th, 2-4PM, JC Room 240K" and on the left side of there holds a box with red outlines with the text "Join us to discuss the 'crazy cat lady' stereotype and watch 'the Cat Returns'!"

Summer 2025 registration is opening this month! Check out "Intro to Women & Gender Studies" (WMST 200-B02), one of our two course offerings. This is an online asynchronous course taught by Dr. Rachel Lewis. For any questions, please contact [email protected] or [email protected].

Summer 2025 registration is opening this month!

Check out "Global Representations of Women" (WMST 100-A01), one of our two course offerings. This is an online asynchronous course taught by Dr. Rachel Lewis. For any questions, please contact [email protected] or [email protected].

The Women and Gender Studies Center will be closed for Spring Break (March 10th-14th). We hope you enjoy your break!

Looking to find important professional development? This module is a basic training for students, faculty, and staff interested in applying intersectional theory to their work!

Throughout this module, you and other colleagues will learn about what intersectionality is, and how it can be applied in various areas of social justice work.

Alt text: Against a leafy backdrop, the title text reads "Intersectionality 101 Spring 2025". In a sage green text box reads "March 6th, 1:30-4:30pm, JC 311D"

Alt text- A digital flyer celebrating Ramadan features a warm and inviting design. At the top, “Ramadan Mubarak” is prominently displayed in elegant script. Below, a heartfelt message wishes peace, blessings, and joy to those observing this sacred month, highlighting themes of reflection, prayer, community, compassion, generosity, and gratitude. The message emphasizes unity and well-being, closing with warm wishes for a meaningful and blessed Ramadan. The flyer is signed by the WGST Center and Staff, adding a personal touch. The background and design elements evoke a sense of warmth and spirituality.

In honor of Black History Month, our center has curated a selection of books that you can check out from our library in JC 240K!

ALT TEXT: There are eleven posts with book selections picked by center staff in honor of Black History Month. QR codes are available in each slide.

First Book: Cane by Jane Toomer
Second Book: Lot: stories by Bryan Washington
Third Book: Black Women as Cultural Readers by Jacqueline Bobo
Fourth Book: Women, Race, and Class by Angela Davis
Fifth Book: Green Cane and Juicy Flotsam by Carmen C. Esteves and Lizabeth Paravisini-Gebert
Sixth Book: Outlaw Culture, Resisting Representations by Bell Hooks
Seventh Book: Sister Outsider: Essays and Speeches by Audre Lorde
Eighth Book: The Color Purple by Alice Walker
Ninth Book: The Born Frees: Writing With The Girls of Gugulethu by Kimberly Burge
Tenth Book: Becoming by Michelle Obama

Looking to find important professional development? This module is a basic training for students, faculty, and staff interested in applying intersectional theory to their work! Throughout this module, you and other colleagues will learn about what intersectionality is, and how it can be applied in various areas of social justice work.

Alt text: Against a leafy backdrop, the title text reads "Intersectionality 101 Spring 2025". In a sage green text box reads "March 6th, 1:30-4:30pm, JC 311D"

We regret to inform you that the Intersectionality 101 Spring 2025 event scheduled for March 6th has been cancelled due to low turnout. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

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A digital flyer from George Mason University’s Women and Gender Studies Program announces the Intersectionality 101 Spring 2025 event. The event was scheduled for March 6th from 1:30-4:30 PM in JC 311D. A large red “EVENT CANCELLED” stamp overlays the flyer. The background has a green and white color scheme with decorative eucalyptus leaves. Contact information for inquiries is provided at the bottom.

Join us in our next event, "Pink Is the New Black!"

This event will be covering different themes and topics covered in the Barbie Movie, especially feminist themes! We'll then move on to talk about different portrayals of women in media, both positive and negative!

Throughout the event, we'll have small little crafts such as paper-doll and sash decorating, as well as snacks! Register on Mason 360 here: https://buff.ly/3QmSIG5

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A background with multiple shades of pink. In the middle is a circle with the text "Pink is the New Black! Discussions of Girliness and Gender Empowerment in the Barbie Movie" Under that text is a heart with the event location and time information, which is "Wednesday, 2/26" from "1:30pm-3:30pm" in "JC Room 240K".

The top left of the post is a light pink cloud with the text "Register on Mason360!" The register link is here: https://buff.ly/3QmSIG5

On the bottom of the image is three text boxes the one on the very left says "Wear Pink!!!" the middle text box says "Sash decorating and paper doll dress-up!" and the right-most text box says "Snacks Provided"

Looking to find important professional development? This module is a basic training for students, faculty, and staff interested in applying intersectional theory to their work! Throughout this module, you and other colleagues will learn about what intersectionality is, and how it can be applied in various areas of social justice work.

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Join us for our Conversations in Community: Post-Inauguration event on Monday, February 3rd from 3-4 PM in the WGST Center (JC 240K).

Foster connections & dialogue about the political and social climate following the 2025 inauguration. At this event, Student, Staff, and Faculty allies and advocates will be able to connect in a non-hierarchical, level space for open communication and mutual support.

Tote bags & art materials available to customize your own statement tote.