WGSS News

Insight from Dr. Kyra Gaunt appears in her recent MSNBC commentary analyzing a new Nike ad campaign featuring A’ja Wilson, with direction by Malia Obama.

Students in the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies section of the 2025 UAlbany Showcase shared their research, creativity, and insight with thought-provoking and dynamic presentations.

Professor Barbara Sutton is the recipient of a 2025 President’s Excellence Award. Specifically, she was selected for an Excellence in Research and Creative Activities Award. This honor is “designed to acknowledge and recognize consistently outstanding accomplishments in research and creative activities conducted by UAlbany faculty.

The latest developments on University at Albany faculty and staff who are receiving research grants, awards and other noteworthy attention.

The Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies department will host a dynamic program of activities on April 30 from 9:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. All events will take place in the Standish Room on 3rd floor of the Science Library at University at Albany. The WGSS Showcase will feature the impressive work of students enrolled in WGSS courses and programs, including MA Final Project presentations, creative media projects, a research poster session, installations and a fashion show!

The latest developments on University at Albany faculty and staff who are receiving research grants, awards and other noteworthy attention.

Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies welcomes prospective students and their families at UAlbany's Fall Preview Days on Oct. 27 and Nov. 2. Students interested in our programs are encouraged to contact the department for additional information.

University at Albany President Havidán Rodríguez delivered his Fall University Address on Thursday, updating the community on the state of the University and highlighting achievements in enrollment, rankings, research, and student success and supports.