Navarra Houldin receives WGSJ Outstanding Graduate Student in Feminist Studies award

From the announcement:

Navarra reflects all the defining characteristics of an innovative transdisciplinary scholar bringing together nuanced theoretical insights with technical expertise to produce cutting-edge research at the intersection of feminist theory, porn studies, and digital humanities. In the words of their nominator, PB Berge, Navarra is an exceptional emerging scholar, media maker, and leader whose work bridges theory and practice, offering both scholarly insights and actionable solutions. Beyond their own academic work, Navarra advances feminist praxis through sustained advocacy for accessible physical and digital spaces both on and off campus, not only articulating visions of greater equity but actively challenging entrenched traditions of exclusion literature and technology. The Women, Gender, and Social Justice Association celebrates Navarra’s deep commitment to advancing accessibility across physical and digital spaces through their intellectual curiosity and rigour, advanced technical skills, and their dedication to community leadership.

Nominator: PB Berge, Assistant Professor, Department of Women’s and Gender Studies, University of Alberta