ETSU Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies - WGSS

We miss you and hope you are having a great summer Bucs! Ready for you for fall, we’ve got new exclusive Freddie Bang merch!!! Check out this adorable key ring and sticky notepad with your favorite arthropod! Let’s spread the message that you are “perfect as you are!”

Freddie invites you to stop by the Sherrod Library lobby next Wednesday (4/29) during Dead Week to pick up a self-care goody bag and some WGSS and Freddie swag! We will be there from 11-3 (or until we're out)!

Congratulations to OT for receiving this year's Karen L. Cajka Memorial Scholarship! This scholarship was established in memory of Karen, who was a previous director of WGSS and a passionate instructor and researcher in literature.

Today's student feature is Presli. one of our recipients of the Susan N. Rigney Scholarship! She is pairing her Exercise Science major with a WGSS minor, showing how versatile our program is. Presli is very active on campus as president and founder of and a member of our honor society . Congratulations Presli!

Congratulations to Shaye, Graduate Student Feminist Activist of 2026! Shaye is a close friend of our program and focuses on WGSS research within the Psychology Department.

Congratulations to Sybil Miller, one of our 2026 recipients of the Susan N. Rigney Scholarship! Sybil puts WGSS principles into action through her community engagement and advocacy on campus!

Presenting the 2026 Notable Women of ETSU! We had so many amazing submissions, and it was a really tough decision! This year, we are highlighting Dr. Beatty and Dr. Maisonet for their dedication to improving the health of some of the most vulnerable populations. Please save the date for our celebration in their honor on November 10th!

Congratulations to Olivia, who is one of our recipients of the Barbara Murphy Brooks WGSS Scholarship for 2026! Our Minors are doing great things!

It is almost time to register for Fall classes! WGSS 3330: Feminist Thought and Practice will be offered ONLINE this year. If you need help deciding on classes or want more information, feel free to reach out to us!