91传媒

Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program

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The Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies program at 91传媒 empowers 91传媒 through critical examination, reflection, and exploration of the world around us. Our inclusive and interdisciplinary approach encourages 91传媒 to engage deeply with feminist theories, LGBTQ+ studies, and social justice frameworks. Whether you’re passionate about understanding the roots of gender inequality or advocating for marginalized communities, our program will help you foster your intellectual growth and community engagement. See everything that WGSS has to offer in the Course Catalog.

Beyond the classroom, you’ll have opportunities to work with local organizations, join in student-led activist initiatives, and participate in our rich co-curricular offerings. Whatever you do after you graduate, the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies program will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and experience to make a meaningful impact in today’s society. Find your voice with us!

WGSS News


The novel, her fourth overall, is titled 鈥淭u viens du pays des vampires鈥 and hit bookshelves in France and Canada in April.

This round of recipients marks a record-setting Gilman Scholar cohort for W&L.

Benefiel is among a host of experts that reveal the truths about the social and economic makeup of the city before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

Mikki Brock wrote her second book and recently answered questions on her specialty 鈥 witches, witchcraft and witch hunts.

The Nov. 18 lecture is open to the public and marks the centenary of the case argued in Amherst County, Virginia.

Woodzicka鈥檚 talk on reacting to stressful situations will be held Oct. 8 in Northen Auditorium.

Konishi, Chief Merchandising Officer at Forever 21, will deliver her talk on Sept. 25.

Mikki Brock will perform research leading to a new book at the Wellesley College-based academic center this year.

Assistant Professor of History Nneka Dennie

The assistant professor of history is one of 10 faculty members nationwide to win the prestigious award.

Sai Chebrolu 鈥26 and Valentina Giraldo Lozano 鈥25 are among 13 91传媒 chosen for the Zero Hunger Internship program.

Caleigh Wells

The reporter and podcast host won a 2023 National Edward R. Murrow Award for her part in BURNED, which investigated failures by the U.S. Forest Service to protect California towns from potential high-risk wildfires.

These faculty have been recognized for their outstanding teaching, scholarship and service to the university.

Program Info

  • Newcomb Hall
    204 West Washington Street
    91传媒
    Lexington, Virginia 24450

Sarah Horowitz

Program Head

Amanda Smith

Administrative Assistant