The Department of Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) is hosting an evening of candid conversation with WGSS professors Cynthia Burack and Wendy Smooth and special guest Julie Graber, CEO of GenderEQA and managing director of ION. In this historic election season, the stakes and claims of “feminist politics” seem higher and more complex than ever. How are drone warfare, immigration, #BlackLivesMatter, equal pay, paid sick leave, and reproductive justice all a part of feminist politics? And what does this election communicate about the state of 21st-century...
Now in its third year, the Theatre Arts Group consists of Ohio State students working with students at Columbus North International School to build an interest and love for theater through writing, acting, learning, performing, seeing live shows and building sets. "This type of experiential learning has changed the lives of many of our students,” says Kenton E. Lee, principal of Columbus North International School. More . Contact .
Oct 6, 2016 - 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. - 1590 N. High Street, #430
Build foundational knowledge and skills to understand, identify and address implicit bias in the workplace. This two-hour, in-person workshop includes interactive activities and discussion to learn about the science behind implicit bias, how minds, work and tips to make small changes to align good intentions and behavior. More . Contact .
The Graduate School is hosting the Kirwan Institute’s Implicit Bias Training program for graduate studies chairs, graduate faculty and graduate program coordinators who are involved in recruiting, advising and mentoring graduate students. More . Contact .
Professional Development and Women of Color Advancement Grants are available for women faculty and staff continuously employed by Ohio State for at least one year and students (graduate/professional students with a 3.0 GPA and undergraduates with a 2.5 GPA). Grants can be used for professional development activities, research, etc. Significant financial need is a key consideration. Applications are available online and due Thursday, Sep. 22. More . Contact or 614-292-5732.
July 11, 2016 - Sharon Davies, Executive Director of the Kirwan Institute, was a guest on WOSU Public Media's All Sides with Ann Fisher , where she spoke on the dangers of Implicit Racial Bias and its role in the recent shootings in Baton Rouge, Falcon Heights and Dallas. Joined by other national scholars and subject-matter experts, Dr. Davies, who also serves as the Vice Provost and Chief Diversity Officer at Ohio State, highlighted the significance of understanding implicit bias as it relates to the increasing incidents of excessive, and often times deadly, force used on behalf...
The Women’s Place is accepting applications for the 2016-17 Staff Leadership Series (SLS), a 12-month, experiential leadership initiative. With the goal of “expanding opportunities for women’s growth, leadership and power at the university” informing its efforts, SLS workshops and gatherings are highly participatory, enhance leadership capacity, and facilitate skills development. Apply for the SLS and take advantage of this opportunity to become a more effective, innovative and inclusive leader. Applications are due Monday (6/27/16). More . Contact or 614-292-7524 .
Interested in multicultural dance? Or Ohio State’s brand new Sullivant Hall? Join the Barnett Center for Integrated Arts and Enterprise for a night of South Asian dance. The event celebrates “Guru-Shishya Parampara,” denoting a succession of teachers in traditional Indian culture. Shreyah Mohanselvan will perform with her teachers Kaustavi Sarkar, Priya Gajaananan, and Parvathi Ravi Ghantasala. More .
Each year, Ohio State’s President and Provost’s Council on Women recognizes five faculty and staff members of extraordinary achievement, whose work has improved workplace culture for women at the university. Meet this year’s five honorees .
College Choice has named Ohio State one of the Best LGBT Friendly Colleges and Universities, 2016 , ranking 21st with a score of 89.66 out of 100. The rating cited the work of Student Life’s Multicultural Center for LGBTQ initiatives “through student cohort groups, leadership opportunities, educational programs and events” in addition to the gender-inclusive housing options. According to College Choice, “These standout schools are some of the best in the country at committing time and resources to equipping their students, staff, and faculty with tools that encourage education, support, safety, and inclusion campuswide.”
