Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies News

Dr. Nancy Newman Honored by the International Alliance for Women Musicians
The International Alliance for Women Musicians selected Dr. Newman (Professor of Music & Theater & Joint WGSS Faculty member) for a prestigious award. Her article, “#AlmaToo: The Art of Being Believed,” received the 2024 IAWM Pauline Alderman Award for Outstanding Scholarship. Congratulations Dr. Newman!

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

WGSS Spring Celebration Honors Students, Mentors & Community Partners
On May 7, 2025, the Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies community at UAlbany came together to celebrate the accomplishments of its students and express gratitude to their mentors. Our Spring Celebration honored graduating majors and MA students, the Teaching Collective, student interns, community partners, the Gamma Mu chapter of “Triota” Honors Society, and this year’s award recipients.

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

Professor Kyra Gaunt’s Commentary Featured in MSNBC
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.

WGSS Students Shine at 2025 UAlbany Showcase
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.

WGSS Chair and Professor Barbara Sutton Receives President's Excellence Award
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.

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