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Recap: TWN's First Virtual Career Fair
March 6, 2023
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Northwestern University

By Ella Skaar

Northwestern University
Professional Development
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"Career Fair" Instagram graphic with a background of New York City
TWN Is Hosting Its First-Ever Female-Focused Career Fair
February 27, 2023
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Northwestern University

By Ella Skaar

Northwestern University
Professional Development
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Graphic image of a woman studying
3 Key Tips to Escape the Stress of Finals Season
November 28, 2022
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Columbia University

By Georgia Young

Columbia University
Opinion and Personal
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Photo of Cindy Campbell
The Female Contribution to Hip Hop
November 3, 2022
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Florida International University

By Samantha Holder

Florida International University
Industry-Specific
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Photo of Serena Williams
Serena Williams' Impact Off the Court for Women's Wealth
November 3, 2022
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Florida International University

By Gabrielle Mathurin

Florida International University
Sports
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Member Spotlight: Mica Dowe, President of TWN-Stanford University
October 3, 2022
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Stanford University

By TWN National

Stanford University
Ambitious Women
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Skye Perryman on Mentorship and Knowing Your Value
July 19, 2022
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George Washington University

By Sydney Schmidt

George Washington University
Ambitious Women
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Deja Foxx stands, confidently, in Washington, DC
Deja Foxx Spotlight
May 26, 2022
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UC San Diego

UC San Diego
Ambitious Women
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Women's professional wear hangs on a clothes rack
How to Transition to a More Professional Wardrobe
May 26, 2022
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UC Santa Barbara

By Alejandra Lara

UC Santa Barbara
Professional Development
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A book bag is open with a 'Girlboss' notebook showing inside
The Irony of #Girlboss Feminism
May 26, 2022
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UC Santa Barbara

By Zoe Luu

UC Santa Barbara
Gender Equity
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Two women lounge on a beach
Keys to a Restorative Summer
May 26, 2022
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University of Southern California

By Rose Mercer

University of Southern California
Self-Care
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A woman stands in a record store, browing
"She's in Her Reputation Era" and the Toxic Pattern of Women Artists Having to Constantly Reinvent and Reimagine
May 26, 2022
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University of Southern California

By Grace Galante

University of Southern California
Gender Equity
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Bitcoin surrounds a phone
Empowering Women in Crypto: How Women Are Changing the Future of Cryptocurrency
May 26, 2022
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University of Texas at Austin

By Camryn Carreon

University of Texas at Austin
Industry-Specific
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A group of business women sit around a table
Healthy Ambition: Celebrating Your Ambition While Centering Your Wants
May 26, 2022
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Rice University

By Bryn Anderson

Rice University
Professional Development
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A group of people hold of the Venezuela flag
What I've Learned From Living in Venezuela
May 26, 2022
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University of Florida

By Daniela Ghelman

University of Florida
Opinion and Personal
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Two female collegiate basketball players compete for the ball
Play Ball, Stay Equal
May 26, 2022
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Cornell University

By Jessie Greenstein

Cornell University
Gender Equity
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A person pours root beer into a glass with ice cream
An Ode to My Grandma and the Strong Women Like Her
May 26, 2022
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Cornell University

By Kayla Riggs

Cornell University
Opinion and Personal
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Woman films a group of other women
Disparity in the Male-Dominated Media Industry Drives Women to Create Spaces for Themselves
May 26, 2022
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University of Texas at Austin

By Julia McHugh

University of Texas at Austin
Gender Equity
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A group of women hold their fists in the air triumphantly
You're Not Selfish for Saying 'No'
May 21, 2022
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University of Arizona

By Jada Zuniga

University of Arizona
Confidence and Impostor Syndrome
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The word 'perfectionism' is spelled out in Scrabble letters
Confessions of a Collegiate Perfectionist: A Cautionary Tale
May 21, 2022
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University of Arizona

By Rose Prendergast

University of Arizona
Opinion and Personal
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Frida Kahlo is painted, surrounded by flowers and butterflies
Frida Kahlo and Femininity
May 21, 2022
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UC San Diego

By Dhathry Doppalapudi

UC San Diego
Ambitious Women
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A string of lights dangle at dawn
Light Sensitivity in Women and Maximizing Productivity
May 21, 2022
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UC San Diego

By Sophie Addington

UC San Diego
Lifestyle
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Highlighting Female Empowerment Organizations Around the Globe
May 21, 2022
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UC San Diego

By Elissa Gomez

UC San Diego
Professional Development
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How I Overcame Having a Disability
April 29, 2022
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Florida International University

By Mackenzie Evey

Florida International University
Opinion and Personal
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Anxiety is My Superpower
April 29, 2022
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Florida International University

By Sofia Angel

Florida International University
Opinion and Personal
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How the ‘Girls Supporting Girls’ Social Media Movement Is Refuting Stereotypes About Female Relationships
April 29, 2022
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Florida International University

By Emily Martinez

Florida International University
Gender Equity
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Black and white image of Ella Fitzgerald at the Grammy Awards.
5 Times Women Made History at the GRAMMYs
April 29, 2022
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Florida International University

By Samantha Holder

Florida International University
Women's History
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Graphic design of four women's faces, all different skin tones, looking forward, mirroring the design of The Women's March posters.
Bridgerton Season Two Brings Color, Too
April 29, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Noor Saleem

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Arts and Entertainment
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4 Reasons Why You Should Pick up a Book this Summer
April 29, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Jacqui Nguyen

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Lifestyle
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Red hand traffic signal.
Coping with Rejection 101
April 29, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Araditta Iyer

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Lifestyle
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Bilboard of the Oscar winning film, "Judy", starring Renee Zelweger.
And the Award Goes to…
April 29, 2022
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San Diego State University

By Sarah Rieken

San Diego State University
Industry-Specific
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Looking For Your Next Stop to Visit in San Diego? Take a Look at These Women Ran Businesses.
April 29, 2022
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San Diego State University

By Shiraz Nicpon

San Diego State University
Region-Specific
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Woman swinging above a bright green canopy of tropical trees.
The Manic Pixie Dream Girl: Who She Is and Everything She Represents
April 29, 2022
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San Diego State University

By Eryca Worthen

San Diego State University
Arts and Entertainment
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Confidence or Arrogance: Why do Women Downplay Their Success?
April 29, 2022
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Columbia University

By Georgia Young

Columbia University
Confidence and Impostor Syndrome
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Red flower.
I followed Brené Brown’s advice to embrace vulnerability and here is why you should too
April 29, 2022
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Columbia University

By Sofia Downing

Columbia University
Opinion and Personal
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Black and white image of female students at Barnard College in 1908 with graduation caps on, standing in a large group outside the entrance to a university building.
The Power of Historically Women’s Colleges
April 29, 2022
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Columbia University

By Heidi Yang

Columbia University
Opinion and Personal
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Close up of a woman's high heeled shoe, stepping forcefully on a glass runway, shard of glass shooting upwards from the impact.
Breaking Through the Glass Runway
April 29, 2022
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Columbia University

By Nia Holden

Columbia University
Gender Equity
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Two women with their arms around each other, supporting one another.
How a Woman's Inner Circle Could be the Key to Workplace Success
April 29, 2022
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Clemson University

By Lauren Byrne

Clemson University
Professional Development
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Crowd of protesters shouting and holding up signs at a women's march.
A Call to End Inequality: The Beginning to Present Day
April 29, 2022
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Clemson University

By Kaylee Wolf

Clemson University
Women's History
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Graphic image of a blue woman running on a treadmill with a large orange hand appearing to stop the person from running
Rejection Does Not Make You a Failure: Why Your Reaction to Rejection Is Important
April 28, 2022
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Lehigh University

By Skyler Goldin

Lehigh University
Opinion and Personal
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Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson wearing a purple suit jacket raising her right hand, as if being sworn in.
What Katanji Brown Jackson’s Confirmation Means in Women’s Political Leadership
April 27, 2022
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Northwestern University

By Sally Kim

Northwestern University
Women's History
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A still of Simone Ashley as Kate Sharma and Charithra Chandran as Edwina Sharma in season 2 of Netflix and Shondaland's Bridgerton.
The Representation of Indian People in Bridgerton
April 18, 2022
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George Washington University

By Nellie Tash

George Washington University
Arts and Entertainment
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Deborah Chow directing on the set of the Star Wars TV series, The Mandalorian
Female Directed Film and Television Shows to Watch this Summer
April 18, 2022
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George Washington University

By Leia Jekel

George Washington University
Arts and Entertainment
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Graphic design of a woman with her hand under her chin, thinking, surrounded by the phrase, "What are you doing this summer?"
Getting a Summer Internship Does NOT Determine Your Worth
April 18, 2022
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George Washington University

By Lauren Nixon

George Washington University
Self-Care
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Woman in a red bandana holding a microphone singing.
A Timeline of Women Making History at the Grammys
April 15, 2022
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Vanderbilt University

By Samantha Schoenfarber

Vanderbilt University
Women's History
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A group of women powerfully flex their muscles
Feminism and Intersectionality in the 21st Century
April 11, 2022
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McGill University

By Rowina Debalkew

McGill University
Gender Equity
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A group of women help each other ascend through the ranks
Power and Success in a Woman's World
April 11, 2022
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McGill University

By Julie Lombard

McGill University
Gender Equity
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A woman hugs herself, forming an outline of a heart
Deperfectionism: The Process of Rejecting Perfectionism
April 11, 2022
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McGill University

By Rubygrace Heaney

McGill University
Lifestyle
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A woman journalist takes notes on the job
More Than Just Men on the Mic: Women in the Newsroom
April 11, 2022
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Boston University

By Tanisha Bhat

Boston University
Gender Equity
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A woman uses a bullhorn to talk to a man next to her
Embracing Gender Styles in Communication: What Goes Unsaid
April 11, 2022
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Boston University

By Meghan Bohannon

Boston University
Professional Development
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The 'IfThenSheCan' exhibit is stunningly photographed
The “IfThenSheCan” Exhibit’s Contribution to Women’s History Month
April 11, 2022
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Boston University

By Cosette Potter

Boston University
Women's History
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A female coder participates in a hack-a-thon
Why I Joined Girls Who Code and Why You Should, Too
April 11, 2022
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University of Texas at Austin

By Camryn Carreon

University of Texas at Austin
Industry-Specific
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A group of paddle boarders take in the sights of Austin, TX
Visiting Austin Soon? Check Out These Women-Owned Businesses
April 11, 2022
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University of Texas at Austin

By Kamryn Brownlee

University of Texas at Austin
Region-Specific
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The Ultimate Guide to Asking for a Raise
April 11, 2022
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UC San Diego

By Sophie Addington

UC San Diego
Professional Development
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A rack of clothes sits in a store
Inclusive Sizing Is a Necessity
April 11, 2022
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University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Lily Gould

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Opinion and Personal
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Fashion sketches hang on a wall
The Reascension of 90s Fashion, Indie Sleaze, and Their Body Ideals
April 11, 2022
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University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Anja Barnard

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Women's History
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A colorful globe sits on a table
How Being an International Woman Made Me a Strong, Independent Woman
April 11, 2022
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University of Florida

By Daniela Ghelman

University of Florida
Opinion and Personal
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A woman stares out a window
How to Improve Mental Health in the Workplace
April 11, 2022
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University of Florida

By Leah Grobman

University of Florida
Professional Development
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A woman scrolls through her Instagram feed
Social Media Is Just a Highlight Reel
April 11, 2022
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University of Florida

By Chloe Weitz

University of Florida
Self-Care
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A woman sits, defeated, with her head in her lap
Ambition & Burnout
April 11, 2022
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University of Southern California

By Ashley Tapia

University of Southern California
Self-Care
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A woman holds a flower, symbolizing hope
Providing Healing, Promoting Hope
April 11, 2022
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University of Southern California

By Grace Galante

University of Southern California
Self-Care
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Desk in front of a window
Do What Scares You: Goal Setting for Success
April 10, 2022
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Case Western Reserve University

By Hannah Jackson

Case Western Reserve University
Lifestyle
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A group of women participate in a yoga class
The Benefits of Exercise on Your Physical Health and Mental Health
April 10, 2022
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Case Western Reserve University

By Hannah Yan

Case Western Reserve University
Self-Care
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A female friend group looks in the distance
The Importance of Female Friendships
April 10, 2022
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Case Western Reserve University

By Mia Formato

Case Western Reserve University
Lifestyle
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A rack of women's clothing is photographed
A Conversation on Professional Dress in the Workplace
April 10, 2022
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Fairfield University

By Melyssa Gagliardi

Fairfield University
Professional Development
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A colorful and organized bullet journal is pictured
Productivity: Journaling and How it Helps
April 10, 2022
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Florida International University

By Sofia Angel

Florida International University
Lifestyle
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A group of women look exuberant as they stand on a pad
3 Female-Founded Organizations Targeting Period Poverty
April 10, 2022
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Florida International University

By Samantha Holder

Florida International University
Self-Care
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A wheel explains the five main love languages
Love Languages ... in the Workplace?
April 10, 2022
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Florida International University

By Emily Martinez

Florida International University
Professional Development
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Characters from the show "Yellowjackets" stand next to each other in line
Why I Am So Excited About 'Yellowjackets'
April 10, 2022
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Johns Hopkins University

By Reese Terry

Johns Hopkins University
Arts and Entertainment
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A woman looks up at the cosmos
Cosmic Dust in the Universe
April 10, 2022
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Johns Hopkins University

By Tzu Hsien Huang

Johns Hopkins University
Opinion and Personal
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A vivid Korean street corner is pictured
Feminism Through a Different Scope: KPop Girl Groups and Their Ties to Early Women’s Lib in South Korea
April 10, 2022
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Johns Hopkins University

By Devin Giordano

Johns Hopkins University
Arts and Entertainment
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Cynthia MacAdams poses with a portrait of herself
Instagram is More Feminist Than You Thought: The Influence of Cynthia MacAdams’ Emergence
March 28, 2022
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Lehigh University

By Julia Contino

Lehigh University
Ambitious Women
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Medical supplies
Medicine and the Media
March 25, 2022
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Yale University

By Himani Pattisam

Yale University
Industry-Specific
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Squid Game actress Jung Ho Yeon accepting her SAG-AFTRA award for Best Female Actor in a Drama Series.
The Deeper Meaning of Jung Ho Yeon’s SAG Win
March 25, 2022
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Northwestern University

By Sally Kim

Northwestern University
Arts and Entertainment
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United States Women's Soccer Team
USWNT & Equal Pay: How a Lawsuit Win Reveals Room for Improvement
March 25, 2022
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Cornell University

By Kayla Riggs

Cornell University
Sports
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Woman in a white sports bra lifting weights in a gym.
Strong Women
March 25, 2022
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Cornell University

By Jessie Greenstein

Cornell University
Self-Care
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Graphic of a group of women gathered together, holding up an International Women's Day banner.
Every Month Should Be Women's History Month
March 25, 2022
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Cornell University

By Julia Risi

Cornell University
Women's History
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American gymnast Suni Lee in a red leotard.
Suni Lee: The 19 Year Old Gold Medalist
March 25, 2022
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Cornell University

By Laura Lee

Cornell University
Ambitious Women
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White analog alarm clock set against a pink and blue background.
You Have Time: Celebrating Women Who Didn't Rush Their Success
March 25, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Sophia Anastasakis

Syracuse University
Ambitious Women
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Woman flipping her curly black hair back and smiling.
Unleash Your Curls
March 25, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Lily Newman

Syracuse University
Lifestyle
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Woman playing soccer.
A Comparative Analysis: Disparity in Sports Media Coverage
March 25, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Araditta Iyer

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Sports
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Graphic of a woman in a pink shirt sitting on the ground with her legs crossed surrounded by flowers.
Spending Time Alone without Feeling Lonely
March 25, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Jacqui Nguyen

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Lifestyle
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Three women standing on a mountain top during sunset.
The Missing 33%: Why Women Struggle to Make It to the Top
March 25, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Katie Hafner

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Professional Development
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Woman working as a producer with headphones on.
"For a Girl"
March 25, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Emmie Larson

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Gender Equity
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Madeleine Albright.
Women's History Month Feature: Madeleine Albright and Her Contributions to U.S. Foreign Policy
March 25, 2022
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George Washington University

By Nellie Tash

George Washington University
Ambitious Women
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Purple text that reads against a pink background with stars: "Prespalooza Pop!-Up and Fashion Show"
Four Female GW Entrepreneurs Bring Second-Hand Clothing to GW’s Campus Through Pop! Thrift Fashion Show
March 25, 2022
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George Washington University

By Lauren Nixon

George Washington University
Region-Specific
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Close up image of a woman's nails painted pink, blue, and yellow.
The Art of Nails and Self-Care
March 25, 2022
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George Washington University

By Sarah Farber

George Washington University
Region-Specific
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The National Museum of Women in the Arts at night, surrounded by streetlights.
The National Museum of Women in the Arts Renovation: A Step Forward in Female Representation
March 25, 2022
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George Washington University

By Leia Jekel

George Washington University
Region-Specific
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Person at a protest holding up a sign with the transgender pride colors, pink, blue, and white, with the words on the sign stating, “support you sisters, not just your cis-ters.”
Diving Into the Recent Debate about Trans Women in Sports: The Skeptics and Supporters
March 25, 2022
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San Diego State University

By Shiraz Nicpon

San Diego State University
Sports
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Asian Women in media from well-known films.
Representation of Asian Women in the Media
March 25, 2022
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San Diego State University

By Sarah Rieken

San Diego State University
Arts and Entertainment
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USA Olympic speed skater, Erin Jackson
Female Athletes Shatter the Glass Ceiling: 5 Record-Breaking Women in the 2022 Olympics
March 25, 2022
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Lehigh University

By Julia Contino

Lehigh University
Sports
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Graphic showing a man and a woman standing in front of steps leading up to a blue door, with the woman facing higher steps than the man.
The Gender-Gap in Securing Venture Capital Funding
March 25, 2022
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Lehigh University

By Skyler Goldin

Lehigh University
Gender Equity
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Actress Geena Davis.
Geena Davis: Collecting Data for Female Representation
March 25, 2022
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Columbia University

By Nia Holden

Columbia University
Arts and Entertainment
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The United States Women's Soccer Team standing in a group celebrating their win at the FIFA World Cup Final in 2019 surrounded by falling confetti.
The Fight for Equal Pay: How the U.S. Women's Soccer Team Is Making a Difference
March 25, 2022
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Clemson University

By Lauren Byrne

Clemson University
Sports
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Graphic of a woman with black hair, a yellow t-shirt, and blue pants completing different tasks around her home, such as doing yoga, watering plants, hanging a picture, and working on a laptop.
Go-Getter vs. No-Getter: Finding a Balance
March 25, 2022
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Clemson University

By Kaylee Wolf

Clemson University
Professional Development
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Mikaela Shiffrin in a white jacket and wearing a gold Olympic medal with her gloved-hand over her heart, smiling.
Using Emotion as a Tool for Ambition
March 25, 2022
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Columbia University

By Georgia Young

Columbia University
Ambitious Women
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Women demonstrate teamwork by placing their hands in the middle of a circle
Stop Saying Sorry! (So Much)
March 11, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Lily Newman

Syracuse University
Professional Development
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A Zoom meeting is open on a laptop, next to a cup of coffee
Zoom Fatigue: What Is It and How Can We Prevent It?
March 11, 2022
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University of Michigan

By Elizabeth Tierney

University of Michigan
Self-Care
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A depiction of a hot air balloon is seen with the balloon replaced by a lightbulb
Choosing a Career as a Woman
March 11, 2022
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San Diego State University

By Sarah Rieken

San Diego State University
Opinion and Personal
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