By Morgan Paul We’ve been talking a lot about Wonder Women this year at the Women’s Center, and the media’s been talking a lot about Malala Yousafzia, so what better woman to blog about than… Malala Yousafzia: Survivor, Activist, Feminist, and Wonder Woman
By Amber Charleville It’s been a busy semester here at the Women’s Center, and we’re only halfway through. (On the other hand: Woohoo, we made it through the first 8 weeks of classes!) We’ve done… A “Thank You” to all of the Feminists
When I read about “Stop Telling Women to Smile” by Brooklyn-based artist Tatyana Fazlalizadeh, I was struck; it is a fantastic visual display aiming to raise awareness about street harassment and violence against women. The Huffington Post… “Stop Telling Women to Smile” Exemplifies Artistic Activism
By Morgan Elyse Christensen There seems to be some debate in the webiverse over whether or not Frida Kahlo should really be the poster-child for art and feminism. Those who believe Kahlo establishes a harmonious… The Idolization of Frida
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55Dq2psogSw[/youtube]By Armelle Djoukoue Last weekend my friends and I decided to watch the movie “Snow White and the Huntsman,” starring Kristen Stewart as Snow White, Charlize Theron as the Evil Queen, and Chris Hemsworth as… Summer movie worth watching: “Snow White and the Huntsman”
Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy By Bonnie Messbarger Celebrating 40 years of Ms Magazine, Gloria Steinem, Jamia Wilson, Letty Pogrebin and Abigail Pogrebin appear on the Today… What Feminism Means Today…
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cioK-DKS-xQ[/youtube] By Arzie Umali Yesterday, the UMKC Women’s Center and Women’s Council hosted the Starr Symposium, an all day event featuring two keynote speakers – Gloria Steinem and Dolores Huerta – workshops to empower women,… 2011 Starr Symposium… Will “Survive!”
Looking for something to do this summer? Stop by the UMKC Women’s Center and become part of the Women’s Center forever! Under the guidance of local textile artist Nedra Bonds, you will create a 12×12”… Join Us for Nedra Bonds’ Quilt Camp!
By Nikeisha Fortenberry As I finish my last week at the Women’s Center, it amazes me to know that three years have gone by. It seems like only yesterday I was interviewing for a work-study… The End of My Journey at the Women’s Center
By Bethany Reyna Last year was my first year at the UMKC Women’s Center. I had never had a job like this where we worked for a cause through tabling and events. What I have… My Two Years at the Women’s Center