I always knew I was a little off in the rocker growing up, but I thought that was normal. Navigating my way through middle and high school was hard enough to deal with but adding to that struggle top of my family problems was the straw that broke the camel’s back. I always brought my […]

Every year, almost half a million reports of rape are in the United States alone. Only six percent of rapists serve a day or more in jail.  https://www.rainn.org/statistics/criminal-justice-system (ALT TEXT: Pictured above is a graph that is titled “Out of every 1,000 sexual assaults, 975 perpetrators will walk free” with small graphics representing people showing […]

Although there are a lot of side effects of birth control, it is not a bad thing and it shouldn’t be looked at as one. It helps so many women with so many different things, other than preventing pregnancy, such as easing menstrual cramps, clearing acne, balancing hormones, and helps prevent certain kinds of cancers. […]

The events of April 10th, 2024, at the Harrisonburg Planet Fitness, serve as a chilling reminder of the potential consequences of violating fundamental principles of safety, respect, and inclusivity within our communities. The threat of a bomb attack, stemming from the revocation of a membership due to a gross violation of privacy and dignity, underscores […]

As someone who wants a family after college, the thought of taking off work for 12 weeks with no pay terrifies me. I have lived in the United States my whole life, where there is no federal law requiring paid parental leave. That said, because most businesses here have an unpaid program for childbirth, I […]

As someone who wants a family after college, the thought of taking off work for 12 weeks with no pay terrifies me. I have lived in the United States my whole life, where there is no federal law requiring paid parental leave. That said, because most businesses here have an unpaid program for childbirth, I have […]

On April 10th, 2024, James Madison University held its annual student body election. If you were not able to vote in this election, keep on reading to learn more about what the different positions in Student Government Association (SGA) do! It is really important to be an active and engaged citizen whether that is within […]

No matter the circumstance, women are always being scrutinized. It doesn’t matter the wisdom that she has, the grace she has, nor the intelligence, and for some reason, she is often scrutinized over her looks or style more than anything else, especially when it comes to aging. There is no denying that there lies a […]

Movies. We know them and we love them. Naturally, I thought I would write a post about some of my favorite movies, but, as I began to write, I realized that there were two main patterns of the movies I wanted to share with all of you. First, these movies articulated the complexity and beauty […]

We all kind of know our government isn’t perfect, right? That’s an understatement. America has its fair share of flaws, both past and present, and I feel like our society is too quick to forget some truly horrible things. If we don’t actively talk about history, we’re doomed to repeat it (or something like that), […]

For the past week or so, my TikTok For You page has been somewhat flooded with women randomly being hit or assaulted while walking in New York City. There isn’t an exact known reasoning for why this is happening, not that any reason would excuse a person being assaulted. Other than I believe one of […]

Hey there feminists! On April 1st we facilitated a newsroom on the following local, national, and global topics listed below. Each topic was chosen with the intent of bringing issues to your attention and the hope that you learn something new! Local: A local homeless shelter in Staunton, Virginia, named Valley mission, has been accepting […]

To those with periods who are actively searching for a new birth control method, I got you. There are many options for birth control that serve many different purposes.  Some are simply for preventing pregnancy with no hormonal benefits.  Some are almost exclusively hormonal leading to an easier period. It seems as though only  two […]

My hair has been through the wringer. From black to blonde, blonde to brunette, brunette to black, black BACK to blonde, I’ve seen first hand how hair colors are associated from stereotypes and influences how society treats you. Throughout my range of different hair colors, I can attest how differently I get treated with every […]

1. NPR “Up First” “Up First” is a podcast produced by National Public Radio in the United States. It’s a morning news podcast that provides listeners with a quick overview of the day’s top news stories. The podcast typically runs for about 10-15 minutes and is released every weekday morning with the aim of giving […]

*Content Warning: Mention of Sexual Assault and Rape* Although April first signifies April Fool’s Day to many and nothing more, the beginning of April means a lot more to people like me. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (shortened to SAAM) and was officially recognized in 2001, after advocates had been fighting for sexual assault […]

“Does anyone have a tampon?”  “I think I bled through, I don’t know what to do, I have to go to my next class”  “Does anyone have anything? I thought I put more in my backpack last week”. These are all examples of texts that I have either sent or received while at school.  The […]

I remember sitting in my family room as a young girl, watching a football game with my dad and older brother, just trying to fit in. I had asked a question about the game when they said, “do you even know what a quarterback is?” As an eight-year-old girl this question stumped me, and I […]

Accessibility Access to menstrual products is a fundamental necessity, yet it’s often a luxury that many individuals, especially those from marginalized communities, cannot afford. For low-income individuals, the cost of pads and tampons can create significant financial tension, forcing them to prioritize basic needs like food and bills over menstrual hygiene. This financial burden deepens […]

Let’s talk about how to support someone who is grieving in college. We established in the first post, that grief is a super messy thing. Grief shakes our world in a way that is hard to express and even understand ourselves. But the experience of grief itself is really common. It feels safe to say […]

Definition and Origin of Intersectionality Intersectionality is a concept that has become increasingly important in feminist discourse, highlighting the interconnected nature of social identities such as race, class, gender, sexuality, and ability. Coined by legal scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw in the late 1980s, intersectionality urges us to acknowledge and address the overlapping systems of oppression that […]

CONTROVERSY AT AUSTRALIA’S MUSEUM OF OLD AND NEW ART There is a magical place on the island of Tasmania where the only men allowed inside are butlers to serve the women. This place is the Ladies Lounge of Australia’s Museum of Old and New Art (MONA). The Lounge is a conceptual artwork space where only […]

Let’s take a look at a “perfect” textbook family. As a young girl, Dad is a hero, protector, and unstoppable. He treats Mom with respect and love which in turns shows the daughter how a man should treat a women. He also takes time to spend it with his daughter teaching her how she should […]

My spring break was last week and let me just say what a lovely break it was, but I just could not help noticing and worrying about myself and all my friends who were having fun over the break. I mean, I should have been focusing on having a great experience and trying not to […]

A nationally ranked JMU sports team, a team made up of the best athletes in the nation and undefeated in their season. No, I am not talking about Football or Basketball, I am talking about the JMU women’s lacrosse team. The JMU women’s lacrosse team is currently ranked 2nd in the nation with a record […]

Today March 8th is international women’s day and I just want to say how important it is to thank all the amazing women in your life who have gotten you to where you are regardless of what gender you are. There are so many amazing historical women figures to look up to, but you can […]

My tips for Spring Breaking like a pro, learned through experience. It’s everyone’s favorite time of Spring semester again, Spring Break! Whether you are going all the way to Cancun or staying close and going to Virginia Beach, I have a few tips that will ensure you have a smooth time getting where you are […]

It is March 7th, which means for students, that we are 8 weeks into the semester with 7 weeks left to go! We are in “midterm season” with what seems to consist of endless responsibilities and things going on in our brains. It is super easy to get caught up in the craziness and forget […]

Sasha Neasheed Karriem-Conner was last seen leaving her residence to look for a job in Atlanta, Georgia on July 17, 2000.  She never returned home and was never seen from again.  Authorities believed her boyfriend Michael Davis was involved, and he was later convicted of trafficking.  Sasha still remains missing. Latrice Armstead was last seen […]

According to research, the relationship a daughter has with her father can influence the relationships she has with men romantically as an adult. A child looks to the relationship between a mother and father figure to model how they should conduct their adult relationships and the treatment they accept.A healthy relationship between a father and […]

In the realm of activism, photography stands as a powerful medium for documenting and shaping narratives. From iconic images of suffragettes marching for the right to vote to recent snapshots of women rallying for reproductive rights, photographs have played a pivotal role in capturing the spirit and impact of women’s rights protests. Today we are […]

If you haven’t already heard, the Harrisonburg City Council in Virginia recently made history by unanimously passing a resolution advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza, making it the first governmental body in the state to take such action. This monumental move not only exemplifies the council’s dedication to fostering global peace but also serves as […]