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Sexuality Studies at Eastern Washington University generates opportunities for interdisciplinary feminist analysis and knowledge creation while fostering leadership in intersectional activism.<\/p>\n<p>We achieve our mission by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Building awareness and understanding of difference, power, and privilege.<\/li>\n<li>Enhancing the experience and strengthening the qualifications of students as they prepare for careers in a wide range of fields.<\/li>\n<li>Supporting interdisciplinary feminist scholarship and creative works among faculty, students, and staff.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborating with campus and community partners that are focused on centering lived experiences of those who have been historically marginalized.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","no_wrapper":false,"component_options_toggle":true,"component_options":{"disable_component":false,"nickname":"Our Mission","identifier":"our-mission","navigable":false}},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","module_background_color":"white","copy":"<h3 class=\"contact-card__name hr-none\">Megan Beine<\/h3>\n<div class=\"contact-card__title\">\n<h2 class=\"hr-none\">Gender, Women&#8217;s and Sexuality Studies Major Awarded Frances B. 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Take a moment to view these important expressions and know that you are not alone.<\/p>\n<p>This impactful display was created during the &#8220;SAAM Pan Dulce y Chisme&#8221; event, a collaboration between the JLR Multicultural Center, Counseling and Wellness Center, and our valued community partner, Mujeres in Action (M.i.A.). 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