Women and Gender Studies Program at George Mason University

Women and Gender Studies Program at George Mason University The mission of the Women and Gender Studies Center is to bridge academic coursework with student development, leadership, and coalition building.

Come Visit our Center throughout the week, for a cozy student space designed for studying, reading, and connecting with other students within WGST and across the university! We are designed to provide opportunities for intellectual, personal, and social inquiry and interrogation related to s*x; gender; gender identity/expression; s*xuality; intersections with race, ethnicity, class, (dis) ability,

age, nationality, immigration and citizenship status, and religion, through feminist, q***r and multiracial lenses, with a focus on global and transnational issues and public policy. We host lectures, offer student development opportunities, and participate in important programs such as Women's History Month and the Consent Carnival to raise awareness and promote a sense of community on campus. Learn more about our events, access some of our women and gender studies resources, and get involved by visiting us! Our program offers a major in Women and Gender Studies, as well as two minors: Women and Gender Studies and LGBTQ Studies. For graduate students, we offer a 15-credit graduate Certificate and a 36-credit Masters degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a Concentration in Women and Gender Studies.

Hello Winter Break! The Women and Gender Studies Center will be closed December 16th to January 20th. See you in the Spr...
12/16/2024

Hello Winter Break! The Women and Gender Studies Center will be closed December 16th to January 20th. See you in the Spring!

Join us as we wind down from classes in room 240k JC! ALT TEXT: Snowy Background with the words written, "Take a break ...
11/30/2024

Join us as we wind down from classes in room 240k JC!

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We are closed over break (November 27th to November 29th). See you back at the Women and Gender Studies Center on Decemb...
11/25/2024

We are closed over break (November 27th to November 29th). See you back at the Women and Gender Studies Center on December 2nd for the last week of classes!

Join the WGST center and other organizations in talking and learning about the HIV/AIDS global crisis! The event will be...
11/21/2024

Join the WGST center and other organizations in talking and learning about the HIV/AIDS global crisis!

The event will be held on November 22nd, World AIDS day, in the JC Gold Room. Please register on Mason360!

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Join a Q***r Professionalism Panel with Gamma Rho Lambda (Alpha Epsilon Chapter) next Wednesday, November 20th, at 7:00 ...
11/13/2024

Join a Q***r Professionalism Panel with Gamma Rho Lambda (Alpha Epsilon Chapter) next Wednesday, November 20th, at 7:00 PM in Merten Hall 1200.

Come learn about how to navigate a professional environment as someone who identifies as q***r or how to be an ally for those who are.

Looking to find important professional development? This module is a basic training for students, faculty, and staff int...
11/13/2024

Looking to find important professional development? This module is a basic training for students, faculty, and staff interested in applying intersectional theory to their work! Throughout this module, you and other colleagues will learn about what intersectionality is, and how it can be applied in various areas of social justice work.

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Join Danielle Craddock and Padhi Seshaiyer to learn about the FOCUS project at Mason! FOCUS offers hands-on STEM worksho...
11/12/2024

Join Danielle Craddock and Padhi Seshaiyer to learn about the FOCUS project at Mason! FOCUS offers hands-on STEM workshops, leadership training, and college preparation for middle and high school females of color and other individuals underrepresented in STEM.

Join Via Zoom, Link can be found in our bio.

Women and Gender Studies and our partners will observe of World AIDS Day this year on November 22nd. From 1-2 PM, join D...
11/08/2024

Women and Gender Studies and our partners will observe of World AIDS Day this year on November 22nd. From 1-2 PM, join Dr. McKinley Green for tea time and learning. He has spent years researching the history of the AIDs crisis, and the communities that experienced the most impact, both in health and socially.

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Register on Mason360 for INTO Intersectionality!Explore how different aspects of identity shape our unique experiences! ...
11/07/2024

Register on Mason360 for INTO Intersectionality!

Explore how different aspects of identity shape our unique experiences! This special event combines our insightful Intersectionality 101 workshop with an inclusive community space welcoming international students to Women and Gender Studies.

November 21st
3:00-4:00pm
JC 311D

The Women and Gender Studies Center is for EVERYONE! If you’re having big feelings about the world, or just need to vibe...
11/07/2024

The Women and Gender Studies Center is for EVERYONE! If you’re having big feelings about the world, or just need to vibe for a while, stop by the center to decompress. We have coffee & tea, comfy couches, crafts, & coloring books available to help you unwind! On Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 11 AM to 3 PM for the rest of the semester, you can come de-stress with Deena, our center coordinator, who will be holding space for conversation and body doubling. Whether you’re a regular or a newbie, we hope you’ll come by JC 240K soon!

Join us in a workshop for the importance of friendships in leadership! The workshop will be on November 12th, 11:30am-1:...
11/06/2024

Join us in a workshop for the importance of friendships in leadership! The workshop will be on November 12th, 11:30am-1:00pm at the Hub, Rooms 1-2. Corrected link for RSVP: https://buff.ly/4dE8aaa

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The event will be on Tuesday, November 10th from 11:30am-1:00pm. Located at the Hub, Rooms 1-2 and facilitated by Dr. David Powers Corwin. RSVP at https://buff.ly/4dE8aaa. Lunch from Panda Express will be provided for participants.

Join Danielle Craddock and Padhi Seshaiyer to learn about the FOCUS project at Mason! FOCUS offers hands-on STEM worksho...
11/05/2024

Join Danielle Craddock and Padhi Seshaiyer to learn about the FOCUS project at Mason! FOCUS offers hands-on STEM workshops, leadership training, and college preparation for middle and high school females of color and other individuals underrepresented in STEM.

Join us on November 19th from 3:30 to 4:30 Via Zoom, Link can be found in our bio.

The WGST Center will be closed on Tuesday, November 5th for Election Day. We encourage you to take this opportunity to p...
11/04/2024

The WGST Center will be closed on Tuesday, November 5th for Election Day. We encourage you to take this opportunity to participate in the democratic process by casting your vote. Your voice is important, and your vote is a powerful tool for shaping the future. Don't miss the chance to make an impact and be heard in your community.

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Thank you to everyone who attended our Halloween Party, and for the Cosplay Club for collaborating with us in hosting th...
11/04/2024

Thank you to everyone who attended our Halloween Party, and for the Cosplay Club for collaborating with us in hosting this amazing event!

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Explore the intriguing convergence of gender studies, African American heritage, and historical viewpoints in WMST 317-0...
10/31/2024

Explore the intriguing convergence of gender studies, African American heritage, and historical viewpoints in WMST 317-001 / AFAM 390 / HIST 345. Join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 to 1:15 PM at Innovation Hall 137 for an eye-opening experience led by Dr. Yevette R. Jordan. Participate in stimulating conversations and enhance your comprehension of these significant topics. For further details, contact Dr. Jordan at [email protected]. Seize this chance to broaden your understanding and engage with captivating material.

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4400 University Drive # 5B6
Fairfax, VA
22030

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+17039932896

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The Women and Gender Studies programs at Mason are designed to give you a firm grounding in the theory and methodology of gender and help you better understand people, the relationships between s*x and gender, the impact of s*x, race, class, disability and s*xual orientation, gender identity and more. Connect with a research-minded faculty that will lead your exploration through an intersectional lens of topics such as women’s roles in social, political and economic life, women’s roles in history, women and the media, feminist theory and q***r theory. Acquire the tools to envision other alternatives to conventional stereotypes. We offer a Women and Gender Studies undergraduate major as well as an 18-credit undergraduate minor, and an 18-credit minor in LGBTQ Studies. Our graduate programs include 15-credit graduate Certificate and a 36-credit Masters degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a Concentration in Women and Gender Studies. In the The Women and Gender Studies Center – a coalition that bridges academic coursework with student development, leadership and team building – you can get involved with many events, research opportunities and community activism.