I don’t remember when I became a feminist. Is that weird? I feel like it should be. I talk to other people about when they became aware of feminism or when they realized that they were one, and everybody seems to have this exact, precise moment in which their entire perception of the world was […]
Read More Feminist Roots: Know Your OwnFor a variety of reasons, I’ve been thinking a lot about body image lately. Especially how it impacts my daily life. And then I came across this article, arguing that exposing your personal life, your vulnerabilities, can be a feminist act. That there is empowerment to be found when women share their stories. So here’s […]
Read More Because Personal IS PoliticalSo, initially, I posted this as a (lengthy) comment to JGrand’s excellent post about the Bond series. However, to (I hope) facilitate a discussion, I am reposting them as a quick hit (because I want to talk about this movie…a lot). As a follow up (and I know JGrand will be happy/having an […]
Read More Quick Hit: My (Probably Irrelevant) Thoughts on the Bond Film (NO SPOILERS)This TAW is best known for her fashion policing during award show season. However, she has also touched millions of women during her struggles with breast cancer and in vitro fertilization. Can you name this TAW?
Read More Totally Awesome WomenJust a quick reminder for all of our readers in the Harrisonburg/JMU community: Tonight at 8 PM on the Commons, we will be holding a vigil along with other student organizations and the Women’s and Gender Studies Program in response to the many sexual assaults against JMU students this semester. To get more information, check […]
Read More Signal Boost: Stand Against Sexual Violence TONIGHT!This week at ShoutOut!, Visionsofourfuture has some celeb news to share! First, this collaborative cover of “You Don’t Own Me” by Lesley Gore, reminds women of the power of their voice and the importance of their vote. Chris Brown is causing a stir in the media again — this time after dressing up as a terrorist for […]
Read More Links Round-Up*Trigger warning: rape* I firmly believe in the mission of this blog. I believe that discussing feminist issues amongst friends, in class, and in the community, is essential to promoting feminist goals. But talking is not enough. So far this semester, there have been multiple assaults and rapes of JMU students. One so violent that […]
Read More Because talking isn’t enough.So, because I’m a horrible student and push off all of my work until the last minute, I was not free to enjoy any Halloween festivities last night. Instead, I spent the evening reading an 18th century British play, studying for an econ midterm, and reminiscing on better spent Halloween’s past. While doing such reminiscing, […]
Read More The Sexualization of HalloweenEver since my fellow blogger jgrand posted ‘Idealism and Practicality’ I have been struggling with my love for rap music. As he wrote, “What does a feminist do when faced with these issues? Is it better to reject all media with elements of sexism then to write off the flaws as ‘just part of life?’” After […]
Read More A Shady SituationThis TAW has been in tons of TV sitcoms (many named after her). She is also an Honorary Forest Ranger. She said she always wanted to be one but couldn’t because girls weren’t allowed. Can you name this TAW?
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