What is the Gender Resource Center?
The Gender Resource Center (GRC) began as the Women’s Resource Center, which was developed by the College in the mid-1990's as a tool to increase and enhance the academic, leadership and social environment of Women at Randolph-Macon College. Now, as the GRC, this campus resource provides a variety of services, leadership opportunities and social/educational activities to the entire R-MC community related to cross-gender relations and women's issues.
GRC Statement of Values
- All students desire and deserve safety, equity and an environment that encourages their intellectual and emotional growth.
- The GRC can enhance the experience of all students, faculty and staff at Randolph-Macon by providing services and programs, and taking leadership on educating the community about gender issues and promoting cross-gender understanding on campus.
- The GRC is a safe place to work, to learn, and to visit, and all aspects of diversity in its employees and allies are respected and welcomed.
What does the Gender Resource Center Do?
The GRC encourages a safe, respectful climate for all students through the following services, programs and activities:
Gender Resource Center Services
- Confidential, caring, one-on-one advocacy for students, staff, and faculty on gender-related issues.
- Mentoring for students who are seeking support, education, information and resources related to their personal, education and professional issues. This service is free and open to both men and women.
- A Resource Library.
Activities & Organizations
The GRC provides leadership& social opportunities through membership to several student groups and organizations on campus. They include:
Programs & Events
The GRC also sponsors programs, speakers, brown-bag luncheons and roundtable discussions for the entire Randolph-Macon Community throughout the academic year.
Some topics discussed include:
- Healthy Sexuality and Dating
- Masculinity/Manhood
- Stress Management
- Healthy Body Image/ Eating Disorders
Events and activities held annually include:
- Sex-A-Polooza week of Sexual Health and Responsibility
- Women's History Month
- Healthy Relationships Valentine's Day Programing
- Male-Female Gender Discussion Sessions
UPCOMING EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
Resources
Shalise Bates-Pratt, GRC Director, is available to assist you in connecting with academic, social and personal resources on and off of campus. For more information about resources, click here.
I have questions… Who do I ask?
Shalise Bates-Pratt, is the Director of the GRC. She welcomes your questions or comments, and is ready to assist you in anyway she can. She can be reached utilizing the information provided below.
Location: Room 204, Upstairs, Brown Campus Center
Phone: Campus Extension x3205 or 804-752-3205
Email: sbatespratt@rmc.edu
Office Hours: The GRC is open throughout the academic year on the following days and times.
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
Appointments are encouraged, but not required.
Call or Visit Anytime!
Men are always welcome and the Gender Resource Center!
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