A new book by Ela Przybylo, Asexual Erotics: Intimate Readings of Compulsory Sexuality, challenges long-held misconceptions about asexuality.
A new lens to view asexuality
Unit: Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Political strategies of suffragists highlighted during Constitution Day Celebration
Ciani spoke about the women’s suffrage movement and activists’ efforts to press Congress to pass the 19th Amendment.
Feminist Fridays provide space for critical conversation
The new event from Women’s and Gender Studies aims to provide a space for critical conversations to continue outside the classroom.
Equal Pay: Behind the Rally Cry panel set for August 22
From U.S. women’s soccer to protesters in the streets, the rally cry for equal pay can be heard around the globe. A panel will address issues surrounding equal pay and encourage audience discussion.
Redbirds honored as Women of Distinction
Seven Redbirds were among the 34 nominees honored during the YWCA of McLean County’s annual Women of Distinction awards banquet. Three of the seven nominees were named 2019 Women of Distinction.
Alumni look to make a #RedbirdImpact in their communities
Volunteer service was a big part of Matt Rillie’s time at Illinois State. The Illinois State alum became well known as a leader in the LGBTQ+ community while serving on ISU Pride’s executive board and as a coordinator for Leaders of Social Change.
Denim Day, April 24
The Illinois State University community is asked to show support for survivors of sexual assault by taking part in Denim Day on April 24.
‘What were you wearing?’: Criminal justice class challenges victim blaming
Students in the 337 Sex Offenders class created outfits described by assault survivors in interviews to combat the idea that clothing triggers assault for the exhibit “What were you wearing?”
Women’s and Gender Studies Symposium, March 22
Qwo-Li Driskill will give an address titled “Performing Revolution, Scholarship, and Decolonial Practice” at the Women’s and Gender Studies Symposium on Friday, March 22.
Main Street College to explore canine behavior, behavioral psychology
“Going to the Dogs: How our furry friends help us better understand human behavior” is the title of the spring Main Street College event scheduled for March 27.
