Gender and Sexuality Center

Hi all! I am currently pursuing a Social Impact MBA at The Heller School. Hailing from the Northeast of India, my journey has been defined by relentless dedication to making a positive impact on society. I have worked with various nonprofits across India, aiming to address core social issues surrounding menstruation, livelihood, and dignity. Alongside my academics, I am the Senator at the Graduate Student Association of Brandeis and the Student Advisor and Support Coordinator at the Heller Student Association. The best way to find me in a room is to look for the most colorful attire in that room. I love to try new color combinations in my outfit and I’m a die-hard fan of a good cup of tea and some spillover tea (pun intended).

HI! I’m Jordyn, a first-year Social Impact MBA and Master of Public Policy student at Heller, with a concentration in Social Entrepreneurship and Impact Investing. I’m from Rockville, Maryland and I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh majoring in Gender Studies, minoring in Nonfiction Writing, and with a certificate in Nonprofit Management. When I’m not at the GSC, I love watching copious amounts of Drag Race content, making my friends play pickleball, and going on spontaneous adventures (this photo is from me taking a bus an hour into the city for this bagel). My favorite movie is Pitch Perfect, and my favorite singer is Carly Rae Jepsen :)

Hi everyone! I’m Paige (she/her), a first-year Master of Public Policy student concentrating in Environmental Justice at The Heller School. I’m from Austin, Texas where I went to Southwestern University and graduated with a BA in Environmental Studies with a dual minor in Feminist Studies and Political Science. When I’m not in class or at the GSC, I love to be outside talking to bugs, looking at pictures of my cats, or playing video games. My favorite book is The Parable of the Sower, and my favorite artist is Janelle Monáe. I love seeing all of your faces in the GSC so come say hi!

Hi everyone! I am Samuel  a first-year Master of Sustainable International Development student at The Heller School. Born in Ghana, I received my undergraduate education at the University of Ghana, where I studied geography and resource development. Before Heller, I worked with the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research as a research assistant and with Lead for Ghana as a project supervisor, using research and development projects to drive change. At Heller, I serve as a representative of the Sustainable International Development Students. Outside school and work, I enjoy reading books and playing the piano and bass guitar. I am excited to meet you and serve you all at the GSC. Come pass by any day!

• Majors: Biology; Health: Science, Society, & Policy; and Psychology
• Ask me about: The coming-out experience, working as a chemistry teaching assistant, participating in three Brandeis music ensembles, and harnessing music as a means of pride.

• Majors: Sociology; women's, gender and sexuality studies; social justice and social policy
• Ask me about: Self-care tips and practices, queer media (and recommendations!), and studying gender and sexuality in Amsterdam this past summer. Also, let's chat about what we've been reading lately!