The Gloria Steinem Edition

Gloria Steinem speaking at the 1972 Democratic National Convention. Photo Credits: The New York Times

WGSS remembers Gloria Steinem, a defining voice of the U.S. women’s movement, who has died at 92. As a journalist, author, activist, and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, she devoted her life to challenging inequality and championing women’s rights across the United States. Steinem’s influence extended beyond her writing as she created spaces for people to share their stories and imagine a more equal world. Her courage and independent spirit leaves a lasting legacy.

Read more about her life and work on The New York Times.

Faculty Spotlights

Upcoming Events

WGSS Happy Hour

September 11th, 4-6pm at Tonic

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Join us for a happy hour with WGSS students and faculty! We will buy a few appetizers to share, but if you would like a drink please buy your own. Feel free to drop in or stay the whole time!

Join the Global Women's Institute (GWI), the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) Program and GWI Affiliated Faculty for a Washington Spirit game on September 13 at 1:00 PM.

Meet GWI affiliated faculty and staff, colleagues and allies from across the GW community and students working on issues related to gender equality and women’s rights while cheering on the Washington Spirit!

This event is open to all GW students, faculty and staff. Please RSVP using your GW email address to receive a formal ticket link and access the reduced ticket price.

If you have any questions, please reach out to gwomen@gwu.edu.

Meet La Familia

September 13th, 2pm at Square 80

Join GW OLAS in their celebration of Latin Heritage Month! Latine student organizations will table, and there will be performances, food, and games!

Elizabeth Acevedo discusses Anger Is Only a Shadow w/Sabaa Tahir

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library | Sept. 14 | 6:30 PM - Doors Open;

7 PM Conversation Begins

Join in on celebrating NYT bestselling author and GW Alum Elizabeth Acevedo as she discusses & signs her new book.

MahoganyBooks and the DC Public Library are delighted to host the NYT bestselling author, Elizabeth Acevedo, as she celebrates her latest YA book, Anger Is Only A Shadow! Set right here in DC, join protagonist Lil as she takes a white-knuckle journey to self-understanding and doing the right thing, no matter the cost. Elizabeth will be in conversation with fellow phenomenal YA author, Sabaa Tahir.

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Partners in Prevention Summit

September 19th, 9am-5pm | City View Room

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The It’s On Us team is excited to host the Partners In Prevention Summit at George Washington University on Saturday, September 19! This all-day event brings together student advocates and organizations for networking, education, and empowerment. Join us to connect with changemakers and advance prevention efforts on your campus!

Registration is free, and breakfast, lunch, and event swag will be provided. Students who attend the full Summit will also receive a specialty Partners in Prevention certificate.

MA in Migration and Diaspora Studies Info Session

September 24th, 5-6pm | RSVP here

Migration doesn’t just move people—it transforms societies, challenges borders, and reshapes what belonging means in the modern world. Building on the success of WGSS' microminor in Immigration and Migration Studies, GW’s innovative and interdisciplinary new 30-credit MA in Migration & Diaspora Studies prepares students to understand, analyze, and influence these transformations. Unlike programs focused primarily on European or Global South contexts, GW’s MA is uniquely positioned at the intersection of U.S. immigration politics and global diaspora studies. It combines deep expertise in American immigration policy and community with rigorous comparative and transnational frameworks about mobilities. Students in this program will take cutting-edge courses with award-winning faculty and benefit from the program's partnership with GW’s Center for Immigration and Migration Studies, which hosts the Metropolitan Washington Workshop on Immigration and Race, convenes leading national and international scholars, and connects students directly to the region’s immigration research and advocacy community. If you have questions and would like to learn more, join our first info session on September 24, or email the Program Director, Professor Kavita Daiya, at kdaiya@gwu.edu.

Your Chatbot Loves You!

Sept. 24, 5-6:30pm | Duques 151

Join Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies Visiting Professor from Barnard College, Lisa Duggan, for her September 24th talk: "Your Chatbot Loves You! Companion AI, Affective Extraction and the Attachment Economy" at 5pm in Duques 151.

RATIFIED: A Century of Struggle for the Equal Rights Amendment,

September 28, 6:30–9:00 pm | Georgetown University

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Join the Georgetown University Women's and Gender Studies Program for a screening of RATIFIED. RATIFIED chronicles the century-long struggle for the Equal Rights Amendment, including Virginia’s role as the 38th state to ratify the ERA. Following the screening, we will have a talkback that brings together Congresswoman McClellan, the filmmakers, activists, and legal scholars to discuss the ERA’s history, its current status, and the continuing work around gender equality.

Specific location information will be shared with registrants.

Disability, Revolution

Brown Bag with Professor Robert McRuer

October 2nd, 12 - 1pm in Rome 459

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Join us for a brown bag book launch by Professor Robert McRuer! In Disability, Revolution, Robert McRuer introduces alternatives to “one-dimensional disability,” providing an accessible overview of disability justice movements and their relevance to larger emancipatory coalitions. Exploring the most prominent examples from the past several decades, the book focuses on the convergence of queer and crip movements, mad pride, intersectional disability justice work, neurodiversity, and the globalization of disability alliances.

Summer 2027 Study Abroad

Institute for Decolonial Engagement and African Studies (IDEAS) 

2027 Study Abroad Opportunities

IDEAS offers six-week, six-credit programs in:

• African Studies
• Francophone Studies
• French Language
• Wolof

Their programs combine academic coursework with homestays, cultural activities, community engagement, excursions, and language immersion. They are designed for students seeking a rigorous and deeply experiential engagement with Senegal and with Africa-centered approaches to learning.

Additional information is available at on their website.

Job Opportunities

The Choice

Program Coordinator - Contract

Position Type: Temporary, September through approximately mid-December 2026

Schedule: 37.5-40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Location: 100% Remote

Pay Rate: 30-38/hour

The Choice, Inc. is seeking an experienced Program Coordinator to support a highly regarded, mission-driven professional membership association. This is a temporary position supporting several important programs during a particularly active time of year.

This position is an excellent fit for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines, and enjoys working with both internal teams and external stakeholders. The Program Coordinator will provide high-level administrative and program support across honors and awards, member groups, and travel grant initiatives.

EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a project management position or related environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with association management systems (i.e., netForum), conference management software, and content management systems preferred.

Apply here!

Do you want a meaningful way to gain experience while making a positive impact? The Honey W. Nashman Center for Civic Engagement and Public Service is hiring Federal Work-Study students and weekly volunteers to serve in high-impact roles!

Student Federal Work-Study Roles:

1. SMARTDC Tutor (FWS)

2. Math Matters Tutor (FWS)

Student Weekly Volunteer Roles:

1. engageDC Volunteer (Volunteer)

2. SMARTDC Volunteer Tutor (Volunteer)

3. Math Matters Volunteer Tutor (Volunteer)

Funding Opportunities

GET FUNDING FOR YOUR IMPACTFUL PROJECTS

Check out the Fall 2026-27 Deadlines! Click here for more details.

Public Service Grant Commission (Open to Undergraduate, Graduate, and Doctoral Students)

PSGC I (Fall 2026): September 14, 2026

PSGC II (Fall 2026): November 1, 2026

*You must have a community partner onboard and the projects must be primarily based in the DC-metropolitan area beyond the GW campus.

Projects for Peace (Open to Only Undergraduate Students)

Deadline: November 1, 2026 (Project will take place in Summer 2027)

*You must have a community partner on board and the projects can take place anywhere in the world; nationally or internationally. Projects must have a peacebuilding component.

Support Groups from GW Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)

At CAPS, we offer group therapy as a valuable opportunity for self-discovery and addressing concerns in a supportive and collaborative environment. Our group sessions typically consist of 4-10 students who meet weekly throughout the semester, all under the expert guidance of our CAPS clinicians. Joining a group allows you to gain valuable insights into yourself and others, fostering personal growth and understanding in a nurturing setting. 

For more information or questions, please:  

Email our Group Coordinator Kortnie Parks, LPC at kortniep@gwu.edu

Fill out the Group Registration Form

Schedule an Initial Consultations with CAPS 

Support for GW LGBTQ+ Students

UniQue Voices: Mental Health for the GW LGBTQ+ Community

This supportive therapy group is tailored specifically for LGBTQIA+ students, providing a safe and inclusive space to share experiences, explore identities, and enhance mental well-being.

Sexual Assault Survivors Group

A support and healing space for femme/female-identifying individuals who have experienced sexual assault. This group offers a collaborative space to learn about trauma, process complex emotions, and integrate the experience into a healthier self.

Healthy Relationships Group

A processing space to help students gain insight and tools to improve all types of relationships. 

Online Therapy Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community

Online therapy is a resource that offers a plethora of different types of virtual therapy for the LGBTQ+ community. Online therapy makes it easier to access mental health care and to engage in therapy on your own terms. Find more resources that can be helpful for navigating the coming-out process, strengthening your relationships, and learning how to be true to yourself as an LGBTQ+ individual.

Feminist Quad Talk

Feminist Campus: Quad Talk is a platform to share bold opinions, fresh takes, and thoughtful reflections on the world we’re navigating. Whether you’re tackling the latest social issue or cracking a joke about the chaos, this is where your voice matters. Submit a piece (500 words or less) to be part of the weekly collection on the Feminist Campus Website of young people’s perspectives on the political and social issues shaping our lives today. Let’s talk about it—your way.

Gender Policy Research Program Newsletter

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