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Prominent #MeToo figure, Mānoa alumna, returns to UH

October 18, 2018
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UH Mānoa alumna Karen Kelsky, a prominent figure in the national #MeToo movement, has been speaking out on issues of sexual assault in academia, with a focus on empowering victims and training people in leadership.

Meda Chesney-Lind named president-elect of American Society of Criminology

July 13, 2017
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Professor and chair of the Women’s Studies Department, Chesney-Lind will serve as the 81st president working further to expand public awareness of the ASC.

New book describes diverse food challenges faced by Hawaiʻi

November 10, 2016
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Aya Kimura and Krisna Suryanata compiled rich discussions on land use, farming population and benefits and costs of biotechnology in new book.

Women’s anthology encourages cross-gender understanding

August 16, 2016
UH News

Ms. Aligned attempts to represent men through works of fiction, poetry, nonfiction and art created by women.

UH Hilo women’s studies program celebrates 25 years and new baccalaureate degree

April 1, 2016
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The women’s studies certificate program at UH Hilo has been transformed into a baccalaureate in gender and women’s studies.

Aya Kimura’s Hidden Hunger book recognized

June 23, 2014
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Hidden Hunger explores the politics behind the international food policy community’s recent emphasis on micronutrients and smart foods.