Women's Center

Feb 14, 2019

New Exhibit Features Art from Wolfpack, Counternarratives About the Black Body

The opening of “The Politicization and Sexualization of Black Bodies” exhibition was held on Feb. 11 in Witherspoon Student Center. The exhibition features the artistic works of NC State students, faculty and staff that tell their counternarratives and experiences of self-image and acceptance within higher education and historically white institutions.

Jan 17, 2019

Social Justice January Goes “Beyond the Buzzwords”

On January 23, Campus Community Centers will join together to host the annual Social Justice January, a day dedicated to teaching members of the campus community about various subjects relating to social justice and activism. There will be four workshops held between 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. in the community centers on main campus. This year’s theme is “Beyond the Buzzwords.”

Sep 13, 2018

Feminist Theory Thursdays Emphasize Theories, Applications

Kennysha Woods | Managing Editor “When we can see a theory that outlines for us why this a valid thing or valid way of being, then we can take that and say, ‘So let me tell you how I feel,’ and we can be powerful in talking about how we feel because this theory has…

Apr 4, 2018

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Check out these upcoming Sexual Assault Awareness Month events! Take Back the Night Wednesday, April 4 Stafford Commons | 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. The rally and march will be followed by a survivor speak-out session. Reclaim the Night Thursday, April 5 Counseling Center | 2 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. This set of two workshops…

Apr 4, 2018

Sexual Violence Resources on Campus

We’ve compiled a list of resources on campus for primary and secondary survivors of sexual violence. GLBT Center* –LGBTQQ Counseling Group Women’s Center* –24/7 Sexual Assault Helpline: 919-515-4444 –Trained advocates who are available for crisis intervention and emotional support for students who have experienced sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, and stalking –Referrals for legal, medical, emotional,…

Mar 21, 2018

Blackademics: Angela Gay, Empowering Students to Live Authentically

Photo contributed by Angela Gay Keilah Davis | Managing Editor Angela Gay is a second-year graduate student in the Educational Leadership, Policy and Human Development doctoral program at NC State. She joined the Women’s Center staff as graduate programming assistant in December 2016 and became assistant director one year later. As assistant director, Angela is responsible…

Oct 4, 2017

Domestic Violence Awareness Month at NC State

Yesenia Jones | Correspondent The Women’s Center will commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month by hosting numerous events during October to raise awareness and create engaging conversations around domestic violence. Here are some of their featured events: Wednesday, October 18 Lunch and Learn: Domestic Violence in the South Asian Community Women’s Center | 12 p.m. – 1…

Sep 6, 2017

Women’s Center Hosts 4:44 Listening Party

Yesenia Jones | Correspondent            Shawn Fredericks | Correspondent On August 29, the Women’s Center, in collaboration with the Black Male Initiative and the African American Cultural Center, held a listening session and discussion about Jay-Z’s newest album, “4:44.” The album featured Jay-Z’s opinions on black identity, wealth, and black love.   In addition to listening…

Oct 27, 2016

The Pack Does it’s Part to Prevent Sexual Assault

Anahzsa Jones | Managing Editor On Oct. 14, student government held the It’s On Us Call to Action event in Stafford Commons. The event was part of It’s On Us week, from Oct. 10-14, a national initiative started in 2014 as a way to combat rape culture and sexual assault on college campuses. NC State…

Aug 20, 2016

OIED Centers Provide Support for Students

Keilah Davis| Correspondent The Office for Institutional Equity and Diversity (OIED) is a university office committed to fostering an inclusive community at NC State. OIED provides guidance, programming, and outreach through four centers: the African American Cultural Center, Multicultural Student Affairs, Women’s Center, and GLBT Center.   African American Cultural Center “As the African American…