St Cloud State Gender & Women's Studies Program

09/28/2023

This workshop offers valuable salary information and negotiation skills for people who identify as women. Especially recommended for those who are graduating soon.

09/26/2023

For women who are interested in STEM fields, check out this resource. Lots of good support for women to succeed in STEM fields.
Want to learn leadership and advocacy skills that can help you succeed in STEM fields? Connect with the Gender & Women's Studies Program.

Office for STEM Innovation and Leadership at SCSU
SCSU STEM Leadership Camp Science & Engineering Job & Internship Fair Electrical & Computer Engineering - St. Cloud State University St. Cloud State Women's Center

AWIS is the leading organization for women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

09/20/2023

Thinking about applying to graduate school? Here are some tips to help with the process.

Whether you’ve just finished your undergraduate degree or you want to pivot your career, grad school may be the next logical step in your educational and professional development. But how do you apply to graduate school so you have the best chance at receiving that coveted acceptance letter? Read

03/22/2023

How can you navigate unconscious bias in your work?

Unconscious bias can be a new topic for leaders to explore as they progress in their journey. With the right strategies, we can make sure that our decisions are equitable and fair for everyone.

As an equity coach, I'm committed to helping you navigate the waters of unconscious bias.

Let’s look together at some common tactics - such as challenging existing norms and developing a shared understanding of what equity looks like - to empower you to challenge biases in your organization and create lasting change.

You don't have to figure out how to combat unconscious bias on your own.

I'm here to support your decision-making with practical ways to ensure fairness for all.

Ready to get started? Enquire about my equity consulting or book a discovery call via my profile!

03/21/2023

*****DIVERSE BOOK DRIVE*****
Students in the GWS Applied Feminisms course have organized a book drive to collect children and youth books by diverse authors and/or that feature characters and themes about diverse communities. Given the current attacks on CRT and LGBTQ+ communities and calls for book banning, diversity in books is all the more important.
The books will be donated to a predominantly BIPOC school in the Twin Cities. See the info below on what kinds of books are needed and where to purchase/donate.

01/18/2023

HAPPENING TOMORROW!

Kara Cowell, a Women's Center student staff member will be testifying at the Minnesota State Senate regarding menstrual equity.

Bill Description: A bill for an act relating to education finance; requiring school districts to provide access to menstrual products for students; increasing operating capital aid to fund school district purchases of menstrual products; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 121A.21; 126C.10, subdivisions 13, 13a, 14.

Date: Wednesday, January 18
Time: 12:30 PM

Link on the description.

12/07/2022

Some more Tips for Handling Midsemester Stress.

12/05/2022

In this certificate program, you will cultivate a strong knowledge base in feminist leadership principles as you engage in self-reflection and sociopolitical analysis. You will learn to collaborate in diverse communities and apply your feminist leadership in a variety of contexts and social issues. For detailed information check: stcloudstate.edu/programs/feminist-leadership-certificate

12/02/2022

Check out this, https://scsu.mn/3uf20cp list of most anticipated books to enjoy over this upcoming break and celebrate Feminist Friday!

11/30/2022

It’s that time of the semester when students are overwhelmed with school, leadership, work, and family commitments. People are often exhausted, running on little energy and sleep, and are more prone to getting sick.
The commitments and feelings are real.
AND, there are some ways to support ourselves to help avoid burnout and complete overwhelm.