Women's and Gender Studies Student Association
The Women’s and Gender Studies Student Association (WGSSA) is a group on campus that provides resources and events for students interested in women’s and gender studies, feminist theory, and related theories or disciplines. The WGSSA is composed of students who are majoring and minoring in WGS and is open to students from any field or background. Some examples of activities that they do are crafty and creative events, a reading group, and speakers. They are open to any ideas that students might have for future events.
Email: uw.wgssa@outlook.ca
Instagram: @uw.wgssa
Our purpose is to create community and safer space for students interested in or a part of Women’s and Gender Studies, a multidisciplinary area that critically analyzes a wide range of social, cultural, and political issues. We support students’ academic journeys (study groups, mentorship, peer review, reading groups). We benefit students who wish to have more in-depth conversations around gender, race, class, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, and more. We take an intersectional, analytical, and academic approach to exploring culture and society. We promote critical thinking and analytical skills in an environment that fosters community. We aim to create a radically inclusive space for students to connect with others with similar interests, discuss relevant topics, support each other in their academic journeys, and dismantle/smash/remove systems of oppression.
Meet & Greet: 2slgbtq+ campus community
September 26, 2025
12:00pm-2:00pm
Masks Required
UWSA HIVE
Join the QSA Executives in welcoming all 2SLGBTQ+ students, staff, and allies on campus hoping to meet friendly faces. This is a great opportunity to make friends, learn of research opportunities, course recommendations, and meet cool folks around campus!
IG: uw.qsa
A Spooky Hallo-zine Workshop!
Friday, October 24, 2025
1:30-3:30pm
In the CRiCS Boardroom (find out how to get there)
Join us in the CRiCS Boardroom (3C26) for an afternoon of spooky, crafty fun!
Learn about the history of zine making!
Learn about Body Horror as a sub genre and how it has been critiqued by feminists and film critics!
Discuss recent Body Horror films by female and gender-diverse directors!
Create zines inspired by Body Horror!
All materials will be provided
Mark the Page: Inclusive Kids Books
Friday, November 7, 2025
12:30-2:00pm
UW Library Atrium (Next to the Archives)
Come create feminist bookmarks and read stories! All supplies included!
