Course Spotlight – Gen&WS 527

After so much hiring in the last few years, GWS has a wide variety of new courses at the cutting edge of feminist inquiry. We’ll be introducing a few of these amazing courses through a new feature called Course Spotlight. First up is Gen&WS 527 taught by Professor Ruth Goldstein. Course Title: Gen&WS 527: The …

GWS Student Spotlight – Aliza Ramirez

Aliza Ramirez is a double major in Political Science and History with a certificate in Gender & Women’s Studies. Aliza will graduate in spring 2024. 1. Why did you choose GWS and LGBTQ+ Studies? I initially entered the university studying Political Science and History. After a few semesters, it seemed evident that both disciplines valued …

Staff Spotlight – Jamie Gratrix

Pronouns: she/they Hometown: I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago but have lived in Madison for much longer so consider Madison my hometown now. Educational/professional background: I graduated from UW Madison with a BS in Natural Resources and my professional path led me towards project management in clinical settings until I was brave enough …

Ollie DiPietro wins the Arts Business Competition

Oliver DiPietro, an MA student in Gender & Women’s Studies with a certificate in Leadership and Ashley Shaw Adams, a freelance artist have won first prize for their work on The Big Gay Market. The Big Gay Market hosts accessible and inclusive LGBTQ+ friendly markets in the Madison area that feature LGBTQ+ makers and allies …

GWS Student Spotlight – Abigail Seitz

Abigail Seitz will graduate in spring 2023. Abigail is a Psychology major and is also getting a certificate in LGBTQ+ Studies. 1. Why did you choose GWS and LGBTQ+ Studies? I chose LGBTQ+ studies to supplement my psychology degree after recognizing the apparent lack of perspectives within the field of psychology, particularly in regard to …

GWS Student Spotlight – Fiona MacCrimmon

Fiona MacCrimmon is planning to graduate in Spring 2024. Fiona is majoring in Gender & Women’s Studies and has a certificate in Scandinavian Studies. 1. Why did you choose GWS and LGBTQ+ Studies? I chose GWS after a long period of feeling lost at UW–Madison. I decided to take time off my spring semester freshman …

Faculty Focus – Sara Chadwick

Name: Dr. Sara B. Chadwick Title: Assistant Professor of Gender & Women’s Studies and Psychology Hometown: West Bloomfield, Michigan  Educational/professional background: I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan, where I majored in Brain, Behavior, and Cognitive Science (Psychology) and minored in LGBTQ and Sexuality Studies. I then returned to the University of Michigan to complete my …

Celebrate Graduation with GWS!

Celebrate Graduation with the Department of Gender and Women’s Studies! Join the Department of Gender and Women’s Studies to celebrate GWS and LGBTQ+ Studies graduates on Wednesday, May 10 from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm. Drop by the conference room (3401 Sterling) to enjoy some food, pick up a graduation gift, choose some decor for …

GWS Student Spotlight – Jess Harlan

Jess Harlan is double majoring in Gender & Women’s Studies and Political Science. They will graduate in spring 2024. Why did you choose GWS and LGBTQ+ Studies? I chose GWS because I took the Queer 20th Century FIG my freshman year (Fall 2020) and it was a wonderful introduction to the field of study and allowed me …

GWS is hiring Teaching Assistants for fall 2023!

The Department of Gender & Women’s Studies (GWS) is looking for graduate students interested in TAing undergraduate courses for the Fall 2023 semester. Applications for these 50% Teaching Assistant positions are open to both incoming and continuing students. Teaching experience and familiarity with LGBTQ+ Studies and/or Gender and Women’s Studies is preferred. GWS is recruiting …