Professors from the University of Huelva (UHU), Spain, delivered lectures on gender studies and social psychology in a hybrid seminar held on May 6, 2025. A total of 59 participants joined the sessions—25 onsite and 34 online via Zoom.

The morning session featured Dr. Rocío Carrasco-Carrasco, an English Literature professor at UHU, who presented her research project titled “Trans-formations: Queer Practices of Use and Embodiment in Post-9/11 Narratives in English.” Her lecture introduced the concept of “queer practices” as a lens to challenge prevailing narratives of exclusion and inequality—offering fresh insights into how literature can shape our understanding of identity and social change. The session sparked meaningful discussions among faculty members from various colleges.

In the afternoon, Dr. Sarrah Ben Abdennebi, Psychology professor in UHU’s Nursing program, led a session attended by faculty from the College of Social Sciences – Department of Psychology, along with staff from the Human Resource Development Office. Her lecture delved into key psychological frameworks relevant to nursing and human development.

Following the academic exchange, the visiting professors were hosted by the Pansigedan Advocacy Cooperative (PAC), where they were warmly welcomed by General Manager Rhea S. Loncio. The visit featured a guided tour of PAC’s facilities and an introduction to its diverse community-based initiatives. Co-founder Betty Listino gave an insightful presentation on the Dynamic Integration of Wellness Approaches (DIWA) Program—PAC’s advocacy arm promoting mental health, well-being, and healthy lifestyles. She shared the cooperative’s overarching framework and how DIWA integrates wellness into community development through a holistic and inclusive approach, which sparked the visitors’ interest and opened discussions for potential collaboration in the future.//GBPalberas