Why GSWS?

Social transformation is at the core of our mission.

As a discipline, we examine constructions of gender and sexuality as they intersect with other categories of identity such as race and class. We work toward social justice and collective liberation. We engage in rigorous interdisciplinary academic study, as well as community engagement, activism and creative production.

In all that we do, we strive to put our students first.

Learn more about what you can expect to gain as a student in our department.

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Nov. 11, 2024

cRam Session: Medieval Literature and the Weird

3 questions, 2 minutes, 1 lesson with Adin Lears, whose course explores early stories to consider questions of fate, destiny and our place in the cosmic order.

olivia landry

July 18, 2024

Olivia Landry appointed chair of gender, sexuality and women’s studies

Landry is an associate professor of German studies in the School of World Studies.

Twenty-one projects have been awarded funding from the 2024 VCU Quest Fund. (Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

July 17, 2024

VCU Quest Fund provides grants to 21 faculty-led projects that target society’s biggest challenges

Transdisciplinary research teams are pursuing advances in health, engineering, the environment, homeland security and more.

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