office for policy studies on violence against women
UK Junior Empowered by Scholarship to Succeed Beyond Expectations
Brandie Cobb is a survivor, but more importantly she is also a “thriver.”
Sexual Assault Can Inhibit Student Success
Recent research by faculty and students in the Office for Policy Studies on Violence Against Women sheds light on the impact sexual assault can have on student performance.
Translating Research into Policy & Practice: The OPSVAW with Carol Jordan
Looking toward a future that protects women and decreases violence, in 2014 the College of Arts & Sciences created the Office for Policy Studies on Violence Against Women (OPSVAW) to the College.
OPSVAW Supports Five Students
One of the top priorities of the OPSVAW is the support of students, and the 2014-2015 academic year will see the program support five students through graduate fellowships and research assistantships.
One to One - Domestic Violence Research
Carol Jordan, Exec Director of the Office for Policy Studies on Violence Against Women discusses the work at the University of Kentucky to bring a multidisciplinary, scientific perspective to issues of prevention and outreach.
Connections - Carol E. Jordan
Carol E. Jordan, director of the University of Kentucky Office for Policy Studies on Violence Against Women, discusses the latest research from the center. Jordan has authored two books and numerous articles on violence against women, focusing on civil and criminal justice issues; the victimization of college women; and the state of research on violence against women.
Book on Violence Against Women Examines Legislative Reforms and True Stories Behind Them
A new book by Carol E. Jordan examines the struggles of advocates and legislators to bring legal protections to Kentucky victims of violence and abuse.
New Director of Center for Research on Violence Against Women on 'UK Perspectives'
Diane Follingstad recently spoke on the new Center for Research on Violence Against Women on WUKY's "UK Perspectives."
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Carol Jordan Named to Lead Office for Policy Studies on Violence Against Women
The University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences recently announced the Office for Policy Studies on Violence Against Women.
