Gender Studies

Imagining the University Differently: The Tactics of Transformation

FREE SEMINAR MAY 15, 2025: In this conversation between Dr. Kaelie Giffel and Dr. Reham El-Morally, they discuss how the university fails to serve the majority of people that move through it and what can be done about these failures. Themes discussed will include oppression and knowledge production in the university, divisions of labor between faculty, staff, and students, what aspects of the university are worth keeping, and tactics for transforming the university, from within and without.

Reverse Engineering as a Curriculum Development Process

FREE SEMINAR NOV 13, 2025: In this conversation between Anne Cecil and Dr. Reham El-Morally, they discuss the practice-based pedagogy of starting with current trends and deconstructing their influences – not only to build connections between the past and present but also to encourage students to reflect on how historical cycles, subcultures, and innovations influence contemporary identities and cultural narratives.

DEI in business culture is not just a moral authoritative – it’s a strategic advantage for long-term growth and success.

Why Neurodiversity Is Essential for Business Growth

Neurodiversity is the key to building resilient, innovative, and forward-thinking businesses. By embracing the unique talents, skills, and passions of neurodivergent individuals, organisations can unlock renewed perspectives, drive creativity, and boost problem-solving capabilities. In an ever-evolving business scene, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where diverse minds thrive is not just a moral authoritative – it’s a strategic advantage for long-term growth and success.

Image of Author Yenn Purkis smiling attending the 2019 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras paired with a cover of their book, "A Neurodivergent Blogger: Posts Highlighting Lived Experience of Self-Determination, Pride, and Empowerment"

Autism, Gender Diversity, and Microaggressions

Autistic people are often transgender or otherwise gender divergent, which can make them even more subject to microaggressions. Author Yenn Purkis talks about how the lack of understanding and respect can translate into a range of harms, both small and large.

Purple neon letters on a wall that spell out "Education Should Be Free."

A University for the Many, Not the Few

Are we willing to fight for educational spaces that protect women and marginalized people? Organizing for a better university requires all of us. Author Kaelie Giffel offers strategies to move beyond the narrow roles prescribed to us by culture to reimagine educational spaces that work for all participants.