Recently, I read an article about Karolina Żebrowska, a costume designer, and fashion blogger from Poland, who decided s…
Feminism
Yikes! 7 Classic Songs That Are Actually Really Sexist
“Did I hear that right?” “Did he really just sing that?” More and more often these days I find myself on an oldies Pando…
Talking To My Little Sister About The “F” Word
Okay, sister. Here’s a concept I want you to be properly introduced to feminism. This “movement to end sexism, sexist ex…
Everyone’s Doing It: How Needlepoint Is Making A Major Comeback
News flash: needlepoint is no longer a quirky craft of our grandmothers’ generation. Needlepoint is cool. DonR…
Here’s What’s On Emma Watson’s Feminist Book Club List
If you only know Emma Watson for her acting, then you are seriously missing out. In the past few years, Emma Watson has …
The Backward Way We Reject Men Who Hit On Us
You’re at a bar, sipping on a mixed drink and chatting with your friends. A guy makes his way over to you, but you’re no…
The History Of Shaving: Why Do We Hate Our Body Hair?
I remember sitting in PE class each morning the same way: knees tucked under, hands resting on the thighs, and those wre…
Sexy Meets Sexist: The Truth About Misogyny In Pop Music
No, the above lyrics are not pulled from some underground cult of self-hating women. And no, they were not ripped from t…
For The College Feminist Who Is Feeling Burnt Out On “Girl Power”
Feminism. From the lyrics of Beyonce songs to celebrity headlines to television, this once niche and undiscovered idea h…
How “Infighting” Is Seriously Hurting Feminism
Girl power is going strong, and feminism is alive as ever. However, it seems as though there is a problem that needs to …
Mark Your Calendars For Sexual Violence Awareness, April 27 Is “Denim Day”
“There is no excuse and never an invitation to rape.” According to RAINN, the rape, abuse and incest national network we…
Hey World, Stop Telling Us “Smart Is Beautiful”
Smart is awesome. Smart is powerful. But smart is not beautiful. Hear me out. Obviously, phrases like “smart is be…
I Was Once Anti-Feminist And I’m Sorry
“Women’s rights aren’t real.” Recalling the one time I heard that statement out loud makes me feel sick. Remembering th…
A Brief History Of The Riot Grrrl Movement
At this very moment, I have my favorite Babes in Toyland record playing with a flannel tied around my waist. However, I’…
So, What’s the Deal With These Tampon Taxes?
Not every college student is lucky enough to say they can call their university address home, but in the 6 months I have…
Serena Williams Slams CEO Over Sexist Tennis Comment
This past week a tennis tournament held at Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California (also known as BNP Paribas Open) cau…
Michelle Obama Just Dropped A New Single–And It’s Boss
Did you know that in our world today 62 million girls are denied the right to an education? Some of this is due to lack …
Schools Are Approaching Dress Codes All Wrong
If you went to private or public high school, you understand. When warmer weather comes, so too does the dress code. Spr…
Feminist Flashback: 10 Empowering Songs From Your Childhood
When you jammed to “Respect” at age 8, you probably didn’t analyze the meaning of the song, but something about it made …
This Ted Talk Is Everything: Teach Girls To Be Brave, Not Perfect
Revolutionary breakthroughs that could transform our world are not likely when half of our population is left behind. Wo…
