Isom News and Announcements
Graduate positions with the Sarah Isom Center for Women and Gender Studies for 2019-2020 Academic Year
The Sarah Isom Center for Women and Gender Studies is pleased to announce two opportunities for graduate students interested in gender and sexuality for 2019-2020.
Working to Increase Trans Visibility at UM
During Trans Awareness Week (Nov. 12-19), the Isom Center will be profiling trans students, alumni, and other community members, who showcase the diversity of our campus community.
Honoring Dr. Joanne Hawks’ Legacy of Feminist Leadership
Dr. Joanne "Jan" Hawks was the founding director of the Sarah Isom Center for Women and Gender Studies from 1981-1998. The Isom Center. This video commissioned by the Isom Center reflects on her life and legacy on the 20th anniversary of her passing.
2018-2019 Isom Fellows Announced
The Sarah Isom Center for Women and Gender Studies at the University of Mississippi has chosen eight faculty members for its inaugural two-year fellowship program.
The program is designed to support research projects conducted by faculty in the areas of gender and sexuality. The support includes grant-writing support, research assistance and the organizing of conferences or symposia.