"I realized how incredibly powerful women can be when they work together for a good cause. I knew I had to be a part of that somewhere, somehow."

- Alisa Reed Lofton, Founder, Urban Butterfly, Planned Parenthood

"I realized what I was meant to do and that in Women's Studies I could do it."

-Justin Srague, Doctoral Candidate, University of Maryland

"I have come to understand through my studies that women need a voice and need to be represented appropriately. My hope is that women around the world will be inspired to seek their rightful positions in society."

- Angie White, NCAA Referee

"My experience in service-learning with Women's Studies changed my outlook on life and shaped my academic and career path. I carry these global memories with me each day of my personal and professional journey."

-Katie Elder, Former AmeriCorps Leader, Events Coordinator, Norfolk Public Library

"This department has given me the support, guidance and education needed to work to promote women's rights."

- Savannah Eck Russo, Senior Associate, Policy and Advocacy at WomenDeliver