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Past mythologies and benevolent sexism

Amber Gonzales ’26, Guest Columnist February 4, 2026

As conservatism continues to be on the rise — not only in our country but also in others — the romanticization of “what was” seems to be the main motivator for this cultural shift. “Traditional...

A little validation, as a treat

A little validation, as a treat

Faith Cowell February 4, 2020

Female directors snubbed by the Academy yet again I’ll say it: the Academy Awards hold less and less weight every year and the same goes for other awards shows. Acclaimed Korean director Bong Joon-ho,...

Look what they’re making her do

Look what they’re making her do

Regina Schliep December 3, 2019

Sexism in the music industry This past summer, Taylor Swift’s former record label, Big Machine Records, was sold to record executive and music industry giant Scooter Braun. Braun is known for assisting...

Setting a precedent for action

Setting a precedent for action

The Hawk Staff November 19, 2019

Encouraging discussion about campus climate Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) hosted their monthly meeting on Nov. 14 to discuss the correlation between the recent university sponsored forum and the...

I’m sorry, but what for?

I’m sorry, but what for?

Devin Yingling October 29, 2019

Confronting the culture of female over-apologizing Two weeks ago, I was home for the weekend and decided to go to a local coffee shop to get some homework done. At the coffee shop, a bar-style table lines...

Yes, you should raise your hand

Yes, you should raise your hand

Maggie Brennen October 29, 2019

Addressing the stigma around female class participation “Am I 100% sure this is the right answer?” “Does this really relate to the class discussion?” “Am I raising my hand too much?” These...

Discussing the rights of mothers

Discussing the rights of mothers

Maggie Brennen October 22, 2019

The impact of Warren’s pregnancy discrimination case Sen. Elizabeth Warren, 2020 presidential candidate, made headlines recently for standing by her account of the way she was treated when she...

From Lil’ Kim to Megan Thee Stallion

From Lil’ Kim to Megan Thee Stallion

Hadassah Colbert September 17, 2019

Assessing sexism and double standards in the rap industry Rap music since its inception has either ignored women as a whole or spoken about them, for the most part, as sexual objects for the taking. To...

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