A Mile in These Shoes
Purpose
Dr. Omofolabo Ajayi, Professor Emerita in Theatre and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, created a new award in Spring 2015: "A Mile In These Shoes." WGSS staff will accept submissions and a committee of faculty, including Dr. Ajayi, will deliberate and choose a winner. At the end of each spring semester, the chosen student will be presented with a check for $250.00.
Eligbility
To be eligible for this award, students must meet the following critieria:
- Be a WGSS major or Human Sexuality major.
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Identify as a student of color.
Application
If you meet the above criteria, send the following application materials to Amara Simons at wgss@ku.edu by Friday, April 30, 2022:
- An essay or creative work that considers race alongside gender and/or sexuality. The essay or creative work may have been submitted in fulfillment of an assignment for a WGSS class or not.
- A cover sheet that includes your name, KUID, email address, and telephone phone number
