Creating a welcome and inclusive course– starting with the syllabus

Story originally posted at 9:18 a.m. June 1, 2018, by Christie DeCarolis in Rutgers–Camden IDT News In May 2018, Instructional Design & Technology collaborated with the Gender Studies department to create a workshop about designing welcoming and inclusive course syllabi. Why is this important? Research shows that students are more successful in courses where they feel a sense a … Continue reading Creating a welcome and inclusive course– starting with the syllabus

Rutgers Board of Governors Approves B.A. in Gender Studies at Rutgers–Camden

The Rutgers University Board of Governors today approved the establishment of a bachelor of arts in gender studies program at Rutgers University–Camden. “The importance of gender studies as an academic discipline lies in its investigation of enduring and emerging issues relevant to today’s diverse world,” says Gail Caputo, a professor of criminal justice and director … Continue reading Rutgers Board of Governors Approves B.A. in Gender Studies at Rutgers–Camden

LGBTQ+ History Month Film Screenings

This October, join Women’s & Gender Studies for our LGBTQ+ History Month film screening series. All screenings will have light refreshments and sandwiches for attendees. Schedule: Milk Tuesday, October 3,  2017 at 5:00 PM Executive Meeting Room (Lower Level Campus Center) Discussion moderated by Professor Shauna Shames and Kathryn Lonczewski. The Imitation Game Wednesday, October 11, 2017 … Continue reading LGBTQ+ History Month Film Screenings

Women’s History Month 2017 Conference

Date: Friday, March 3, 2017
Location: Rutgers University–Camden Campus.

Topics discussed will cover:

  • Activism
  • Arts & Culture
  • Gender & Religion
  • Leadership
  • Power, Privilege, & Politics
  • Motherhood

Women’s History Month 2017 Conference | From Bossy To Boss: Women in Leadership

The Women’s and Gender Studies Program and Division of Student Affairs at Rutgers University–Camden seek presenters for a one-day conference on Friday, March 3, 2017 on the campus of Rutgers University in Camden, New Jersey. Keynote Speaker: Amy Siskind President, The New Agenda Amy Siskind is a national spokesperson, writer and expert on helping women … Continue reading Women’s History Month 2017 Conference | From Bossy To Boss: Women in Leadership