FAQ: General

How can I locate colleagues who have similar gender-related research interests?
genDIR, a new initiative developed by the Institute for Women's Studies, is is a directory of gender-related scholarship and research at the University of Georgia.

What does "gender " refer to in your new directory of gender researchers (genDIR) at UGA?
Typical general topics in gender research include: women, men, social power, social inequities, social class, race, cultural diversity, sexual orientation, and other diversities.

What awards or accolades are Women's Studies faculty and affiliate receiving?
Core and affiliate Women's Studies faculty who have received research awards are highlighted in the faculty resources section of our website, while faculty receiving teaching accolades are showcased in our directory section.

How can I leave/join the Women's Studies listserv?
Send an email to wspinfo@uga.edu and request to be added or removed.

Who is involved in Women's Studies?
Women and men from most colleges on campus participate in our activities.

How do I become involved in the activities of the Institute for Women's Studies?
You can:
- take Women's Studies courses;
- become a Women's Studies major, double major, minor or certificate student;
- become and affiliate or associate faculty member;
- join the Women's Studies Student Organization (WSSO);
- present research at our Student Symposium or Friday Speaker Series;
- attend our numerous talks and other events; or
- volunteer to serve on a committee.

If I wish to send a contribution to the Institute for Women's Studies, what sorts of activities would I be supporting?
Contributions can support events intended to build connections among gender researchers across campus, student and faculty interdisciplinary research, student travel to conferences, and special initiatives.