Hannah Pisarski is majoring in Genetics & Genomics and getting a certificate in Gender & Women’s Studies.
- Why did you choose GWS?
I first chose GWS studies because I needed a break from my science classes. But it soon became so much more than that, that is why I kept coming back for more and more. The studies allow me to delve into theories based on life and real human experiences. It centers the voices of the marginalized and asks questions you have never been asked before. GWS allows me to be myself and critically think about so many topics. I couldn’t ask for a better learning experience. - Has GWS changed your approach to your involvement (on or off campus) during college? If so, how?
When you put in the work, GWS allows you to grow as a person. It has allowed me to further evaluate certain inequalities whether that be in school, work, or other settings. You can see who has power and who doesn’t. It allows me to question certain things and talk further about change. I absolutely love talking about some of the riveting ideas brought up in class, whether that is talking to my family, my coworkers, or my friends. I want to be able to allow others into the world that is GWS. - How has GWS shaped your future plans?
GWS has shaped my life. I want a job where I can apply my studies of GWS and genetics. As cheesy as it sounds, I want to make the world a better place. I can now go into a new place of work and use my knowledge to challenge institutional biases and commit to a place of equity. Structural changes can happen if you know about the changes needed. I am so thankful for the education I have received through my GWS classes, and I would suggest every student to take at least one GWS class before they graduate.