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This popular documentary examines images of women in the media, as well as the media’s inadequate representation of women in positions of power. Assistant Professor of Political Science Rebecca Hannagan will help lead a discussion after the film. Snacks will be provided at the event.
Sponsor: Women’s Studies Program.
Dr. Erica Rand, Professor of Art & Visual Culture and Women & Gender Studies at Bates College, Rand will lead a seminar focusing on transgender issues in sports.
Sponsors: LGBT Studies Program, Graduate Colloquium Committee, & Women’s Studies Program.
In this public lecture, Dr. Rand will present her qualitative research on the intersections of race, gender, sex, and sexuality in figure skating culture.
Sponsors: LGBT Studies Program, Graduate Colloquium Committee, & Women’s Studies Program.
In honor of Black History Month in February, Amy Levin will lead an informal discussion of inspiring and unusual autobiographical narratives by African-American women.
Sponsors: Center for Black Studies & Women’s Studies Program.
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Dr. Judith Glassgold will discuss new approaches in the science of sexual orientation that provide alternative views of the problem and solutions which allow mental health practitioners and practitioners of faith traditions to transcend conflict. Dr. Glassgold is a Senior Policy Advisor on Health and Domestic Social Policy for the Office of Representative Sander Levin in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Sponsors: Women’s Studies Program, Graduate Colloquium Committee; LGBT Studies Program; Counseling, Adult & Higher Education; & LGBT Resource Center.
Join Dr. Glassgold for an informal discussion of the ways that psychologists and other social scientists can apply research to empower victims of discrimination to change communities and public culture.
Sponsors: Women’s Studies Program, Graduate Colloquium Committee; LGBT Studies Program; Counseling, Adult & Higher Education; & LGBT Resource Center.
Women’s Studies graduate teaching assistant and henna artist, Natalie Santiago-Bidne will lead this workshop. Learn about the history of this art form, and try your hand at some henna designs. Materials will be provided. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Call 815-753-1038 or email womenst@niu.edu.
Sponsor: Women’s Studies Program.
Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of our students and faculty. We hope you will share any of your accomplishments with us, so we can include you in the reception! To share your accomplishments (i.e. publications, presentations, new position, etc.), email womenst@niu.edu with "Accomplishment" in the subject line, or call 815-753-1038.
Sponsors: Women’s Studies Program.
Join us for two performances of Eve Ensler’s work. The event aims to raise awareness of domestic violence issues, and funds for Safe Passage. A suggested donation of $5 for students with ID and seniors, and $8 for the general public will be collected.
Sponsors: Women’s Rights Alliance & Women’s Studies Program.