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March 6, 2023
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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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The Inequity of Women’s Fashion
March 11, 2022
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San Diego State University

By Eryca Worthen

San Diego State University
Lifestyle
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Women protesting at the Place de la Republique in Paris, France
Into the Lives of Hijabi Women: How Democratic Countries Are Contributing to the Rise of Islamophobia
March 11, 2022
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San Diego State University

By Shiraz Nicpon

San Diego State University
Opinion and Personal
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Indigineous People Leading the Environmental Movement
March 11, 2022
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Boston University

By Cosette Potter

Boston University
Gender Equity
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Women Who Migrate: Creating Communities in a New and Challenging World
March 11, 2022
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Boston University

By Kathryn Yun-Chen Lee

Boston University
Ambitious Women
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Female Representation in the Electronic Dance Community
March 11, 2022
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Boston University

By Meghan Bohannon

Boston University
Arts and Entertainment
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Indiana University's women's basketball team celebrates
Leveling the Playing Field: Gender Inequality in College Sports
March 11, 2022
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Boston University

By Tanisha Bhat

Boston University
Gender Equity
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Mental Health Check: Instagram Accounts and Podcasts You Can’t Live Without
March 11, 2022
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UCLA

By Luna Gibbels

UCLA
Self-Care
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Historical Women and Their “Firsts”: Technology
March 11, 2022
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UCLA

By Pauline Vartany

UCLA
Women's History
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bell hooks & Intersectionality
March 11, 2022
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UC San Diego

By Dhathry Doppalapudi

UC San Diego
Women's History
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The Gateway to a Healthier Subconscious: Gratitude Journaling
March 11, 2022
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UC San Diego

By Sophie Addington

UC San Diego
Self-Care
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Choosing a Feminine Form of Confidence
March 11, 2022
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Rice University

By Bryn Anderson

Rice University
Confidence and Impostor Syndrome
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Matches represent the phenomenon of burnout and growth
Toxic Self Care and How the Grind Mentality is Hurting Us
March 11, 2022
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University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Anneliese Barnard

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Self-Care
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The 5 Skills You Need to Succeed in Any Industry
March 10, 2022
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University of Central Florida

By Chelsea Nunez

University of Central Florida
Professional Development
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10 Female Authors to Watch in 2022
March 10, 2022
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Case Western Reserve University

By Hannah Jackson

Case Western Reserve University
Arts and Entertainment
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Sleep Leads to Success: Why Collegiate Women Should Hit the Snooze Button
March 10, 2022
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Case Western Reserve University

By Mia Formato

Case Western Reserve University
Self-Care
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Breaking Down the Stereotypes: Celebrating The Black Woman
March 10, 2022
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McGill University

By Rowina Debalkew

McGill University
Ambitious Women
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Two female scientists of color look into a microscope
In the Shadows: Shining a Light on Overlooked Women of Colour in STEM
March 10, 2022
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McGill University

By Anoushka Oke

McGill University
Women's History
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A Woman’s Work: the Strength and Vulnerability of FKA Twigs
March 10, 2022
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Johns Hopkins University

By Reese Terry

Johns Hopkins University
Ambitious Women
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Lights shine on an empty stage
Uncommon Women and Others: How a 1977 Play Still Rings Too True
March 10, 2022
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Johns Hopkins University

By Sophia Berkey

Johns Hopkins University
Ambitious Women
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Why Be “That Girl” When You Could Be the Best You?
March 10, 2022
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Johns Hopkins University

By Gabrielle Mack

Johns Hopkins University
Lifestyle
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A Love-Hate Relationship with My Armpit Hair
March 10, 2022
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Johns Hopkins University

By Charlene Huang

Johns Hopkins University
Lifestyle
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A woman stares out her window, looking at a snowy scene
The SAD Season: How to Combat Seasonal Depression
March 10, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Ava Lombardi

Syracuse University
Self-Care
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A woman sits, defeated, at her computer
The Great Resignation (of Women)
March 10, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Abigail Baughan

Syracuse University
Professional Development
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The Domination of Women in Public Relations
March 10, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Ilina Joshi

Syracuse University
Industry-Specific
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A woman lies, tired, in bed
How to Properly Rest: Why 8 Hours of Sleep isn't Enough
March 10, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Sophia Anastasakis

Syracuse University
Self-Care
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Woman in a red bandana singing into a microphone.
Song Suffragettes
February 23, 2022
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Vanderbilt University

By Samantha Schoenfarber

Vanderbilt University
Arts and Entertainment
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Dressing Feminine in Male-Dominated Spaces
February 18, 2022
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University of Arizona

By Rose Prendergast

University of Arizona
Gender Equity
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The Patriarchy and Its Role in the HIV/Aids Epidemic
February 18, 2022
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University of Washington

By Grace Zackula

University of Washington
Gender Equity
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Movie posters for the films On the Basis of Sex, Woman in Gold, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, and Molly's Game.
Inspiration on Film: Movies with Strong Female Leads
February 18, 2022
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George Washington University

By Nellie Tash

George Washington University
Arts and Entertainment
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What the Nobel Peace Prize Still Means for Women
February 18, 2022
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George Washington University

By Leia Jekel

George Washington University
Gender Equity
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LSU Tiger Girls Take on the World
February 18, 2022
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George Washington University

By Sarah Farber

George Washington University
Region-Specific
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Dakota Johnson standing in a body of water with a young girl at her hip in Maggie Gyllenhaal's Netflix film, The Lost Daughter.
How The Lost Daughter Redefines Motherhood
February 18, 2022
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George Washington University

By Bridget Smith

George Washington University
Arts and Entertainment
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Book Review: The Cave Dwellers by Christina McDowell
February 18, 2022
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George Washington University

By Carsyn Baxter

George Washington University
Arts and Entertainment
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How Becoming More Mindful In Our Daily Lives Can Reduce Stress and Improve Quality of Life
February 18, 2022
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Pennsylvania State University

By Cecilia Stacks

Pennsylvania State University
Self-Care
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Elizabeth Holmes on the cover of Forbes Magazine.
The Rise and Fall of the Girl Genius
February 18, 2022
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Northwestern University

By Ella Skaar

Northwestern University
Ambitious Women
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Two Asian women standing next to each other at a protest, one of them holding a sign that says, "End violence against Asians".
Why Asian American Women Need Solidarity Now More Than Ever
February 18, 2022
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Northwestern University

By Sally Kim

Northwestern University
Opinion and Personal
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Becky Hamon, coach for San Antonio Spurs
Leading Teams to Victory: Women Leaders in Sports
February 18, 2022
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Florida International University

By Sofia Angel

Florida International University
Sports
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Two women, one of them whispering into the other's ear, as if gossiping or telling a secret.
The Evolution of Gossip
February 18, 2022
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Florida International University

By Samantha Holder

Florida International University
Lifestyle
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Female Wesleyan College graduates, taken on the steps to a building in 1913.
Times Have Changed! Improvements Made in Women's Education
February 18, 2022
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Florida International University

By Emily Martinez

Florida International University
Gender Equity
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Olympic sprinter Allyson Felix, photographed in a running stance.
Allyson Felix: The Story of Successful Female Athletes and the Industry That Stands Against Them
February 18, 2022
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University of Minnesota Twin Cities

By Micaela Engebretsen

University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Ambitious Women
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Denying TikTok’s “That Girl” Standards
February 18, 2022
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University of Minnesota Twin Cities

By Summer Ericson

University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Lifestyle
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Women In Baseball
February 18, 2022
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University of Minnesota Twin Cities

By Georgia Barczak

University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Sports
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5 Positive Female Health and Wellness Creators
February 18, 2022
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University of Minnesota Twin Cities

By Mia Forouhari

University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Self-Care
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Emma Chamberlain with a pink wig holding a glass dome over her head.
How Women are Dominating the Digital World
February 18, 2022
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Clemson University

By Lauren Byrne

Clemson University
Arts and Entertainment
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6 News Podcasts To Start Your Day Off Right
February 18, 2022
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Fairfield University

By Madeline Hossler

Fairfield University
Lifestyle
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Leadership Inspiration From "Everyday" Powerful Women
February 18, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Noor Saleem

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Ambitious Women
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Dance Like a Boy
February 18, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Katie Hafner

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Region-Specific
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Leena Nair: The Embodiment of ‘the Sky Is the Limit’
February 18, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Araditta Iyer

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Ambitious Women
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A Fulfilling Life’s Work: How we Decide our Career Paths
February 18, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Jacqui Nguyen

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Professional Development
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The women from the HBO "Sex in the City" reboot series, "And Just Like That"
From the 90's to Now: The Development of Female Fictional Television
February 18, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Emmie Larson

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Arts and Entertainment
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What Fumbling In Front of My Favorite Author Taught Me
February 18, 2022
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Maggie Burnetti

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Opinion and Personal
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Rachel Zegler and her Experience as a White Latina in Hollywood
February 18, 2022
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UC Santa Barbara

By Melanie Reyes-Santos

UC Santa Barbara
Ambitious Women
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What Is Self-Concept and How Can We Reshape That to Help Us Succeed in the Future?
February 18, 2022
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UC Santa Barbara

By Alejandra Lara

UC Santa Barbara
Confidence and Impostor Syndrome
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Girls Inc. Is Reimagining Girl-Development
February 18, 2022
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UC Santa Barbara

By Zoe Luu

UC Santa Barbara
Gender Equity
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v. girl·boss (ing)  
February 18, 2022
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University of Southern California

By Nikhita Datar

University of Southern California
Gender Equity
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Woman confidently looking up at the camera.
Words to Remove From Your Vocabulary to Feel (and Appear) More Confident
February 18, 2022
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University of Southern California

By Sydney Fiorentino

University of Southern California
Confidence and Impostor Syndrome
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Two women sitting near glass windows, each working on a laptop.
Want to Win an Argument? Here Are Three Ways to Up Your Game.
February 18, 2022
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University of Southern California

By Fiona Neville

University of Southern California
Professional Development
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We Need More Gen-Z Media Representations Like "The Sex Lives of College Girls"
February 18, 2022
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University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Lily Gould

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Arts and Entertainment
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How a TikToker Is Changing the Fashion Industry
February 18, 2022
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University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Eva Laskin

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Ambitious Women
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The Notoriously Undervalued Concept of Self-Confidence
February 18, 2022
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University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Jordan Helmbrecht

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Confidence and Impostor Syndrome
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5 Women-Run Podcasts to Get You Motivated for 2022
February 17, 2022
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Washington State University

By Madeleine Mullins

Washington State University
Lifestyle
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Amplifying Women's Voices: An Insight Into Women in the Publishing Industry
February 17, 2022
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Washington State University

By Alexandria Osborne

Washington State University
Industry-Specific
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The Plight of the Female Producer
February 5, 2022
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Vanderbilt University

By Sam Schoenfarber

Vanderbilt University
Industry-Specific
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A woman in a cowboy hat sings on stage
Shaming of Female Sexuality in Country Music?
January 20, 2022
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Vanderbilt University

By Samantha Schoenfarber

Vanderbilt University
Arts and Entertainment
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Why Gender Neutral Language Is SO Important
January 6, 2022
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SUNY Binghamton

By Linda Zhu

SUNY Binghamton
Lifestyle
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A woman stares at herself in the mirror, but the face reflected is masked
Imposter Syndrome: Women Are Not to Blame
January 6, 2022
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SUNY Binghamton

By Isabella Cavallo

SUNY Binghamton
Confidence and Impostor Syndrome
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The Male Gaze and Its Effects on Women
January 6, 2022
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San Diego State University

By Sarah Rieken

San Diego State University
Gender Equity
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The Rise and Fall of the “Girlboss”
January 6, 2022
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San Diego State University

By Eryca Worthen

San Diego State University
Gender Equity
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A microphone is pictured
5 Women Who Dominated the Music Industry in 2021
January 6, 2022
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UC Santa Barbara

By Melanie Reyes Santos

UC Santa Barbara
Arts and Entertainment
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New Year, New You: 7 Tips for Making and Keeping Your Resolutions
January 6, 2022
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UC Santa Barbara

By Zoe Luu

UC Santa Barbara
Self-Care
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A woman dives underwater
Catch a Wave, or a Break From the 9-5
January 6, 2022
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University of Colorado Boulder

By Sammie Duran

University of Colorado Boulder
Ambitious Women
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An individual holds a phone with dozens of notifications
How Social Media Introduces More Women to Activism
January 6, 2022
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Boston University

By Cosette Potter

Boston University
Arts and Entertainment
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A female director holds a film camera
Female Directors in a Galaxy Far, Far Away
January 6, 2022
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Boston University

By Kathryn Yun-Chen Lee

Boston University
Arts and Entertainment
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An individual places their foot on a soccer ball
Women in Sports: Collegiate Edition
January 6, 2022
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UC San Diego

By Dhathry Doppalapudi

UC San Diego
Sports
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How to Use Your Time Wisely as a Student, and Have Fun Doing It
January 6, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Ellie Chapman

Syracuse University
Lifestyle
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Victoria Garrick poses in her USC jacket
Victoria Garrick: A Model for Mental Health for Ambitious Women
January 6, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Lily Newman

Syracuse University
Ambitious Women
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A woman schedules her day in a planner
You Don’t Need to Have It All Figured Out — Here’s What Experts Say
January 6, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Madison Stead

Syracuse University
Professional Development
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A plaque reads, "Lady Boss"
Your Embarrassing and Uncomfortable Moments in the Professional World Are Over
January 6, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Alessia Stead

Syracuse University
Professional Development
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Two women sit around a computer
Surviving the Winter Break Internship Process
January 6, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Ava Lombardi

Syracuse University
Professional Development
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Two women engage in a job interview
How to Be Comfortable With In-Person Interviews
January 6, 2022
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Syracuse University

By CJ Westwater

Syracuse University
Professional Development
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A woman types on her computer
Summer Internship Applications and Anxiety
January 6, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Abby Baughan

Syracuse University
Professional Development
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Shiv Roy checks her phone in 'Sucession'
Women in Business: A Closer Look at Shiv Roy From HBO’s ‘Succession’
January 6, 2022
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Syracuse University

By May Alabbadi

Syracuse University
Arts and Entertainment
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Two women work together to plant a tree
Mothers of Nature: How Women Are Shaping Green Tech and Sustainability
January 6, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Rebeka Renes

Syracuse University
Gender Equity
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A group of people gather around a table, talking
2022: The Year of Networking
January 6, 2022
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Syracuse University

By Molly Harrigan

Syracuse University
Professional Development
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A group of women gather around speech icons
5 Words to Eliminate From Your Vocabulary
January 5, 2022
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SUNY Binghamton

By Erica Karahalis

SUNY Binghamton
Professional Development
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Woman looking out a window with books in her hand.
The Lack of Women in Foreign Policy and the Effects on Global Socioeconomic Development
December 19, 2021
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UCLA

By Shannon Courtney

UCLA
Gender Equity
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A sad/worried woman's face at the spa.
Self Care That's Actually Self Care
December 18, 2021
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Duke University

By Sydney Yap

Duke University
Self-Care
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Woman holding green t-shirts on hangers.
Sustainable Fashion and Its Female Champions
December 18, 2021
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Duke University

By Isabel Rewick

Duke University
Industry-Specific
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The logo for the Netflix hit series, Squid Game.
Netflix’s Dystopian "Squid Game" Dives Deep Into Gender Inequalities in Korea
December 17, 2021
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Carnegie Mellon University

By Clara Oh

Carnegie Mellon University
Arts and Entertainment
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People sitting in an office holding briefcases.
Fearing Ageism as a Young Woman
December 17, 2021
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George Washington University

By Leia Jekel

George Washington University
Gender Equity
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Graphic design of three women cheering under the words, "Shop Women Owned For The Holidays"
Gift Guide Supporting Women-Owned Businesses
December 17, 2021
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George Washington University

By Lauren Nixon

George Washington University
Lifestyle
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Woman who has fallen asleep face-down on a pile of books.
How to Thrive During Finals Week
December 17, 2021
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Trinity College

By Taylor Fleming

Trinity College
Self-Care
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Woman who has fallen asleep at her computer
How to Avoid Winter Break Burnout
December 17, 2021
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Trinity College

By Sammi Bray

Trinity College
Self-Care
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Woman listening to music.
Ten Female Artists You Need to Listen to Now
December 17, 2021
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Columbia University

By Nia Holden

Columbia University
Arts and Entertainment
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Hand holding a phone.
How to Step Away From Technology When You Are Surrounded by It
December 17, 2021
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

By Kathryn Hafner

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Self-Care
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Hands pulling on blue latex surgical gloves.
The Disparities in Medical Research Between Men and Women and Their Consequences
December 16, 2021
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New York University

By Anja Westhues

New York University
Industry-Specific
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Hands reaching out.
How to Maintain Digital Professional Relationships
December 16, 2021
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New York University

By Liza Armstrong

New York University
Professional Development
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Superwoman is sketched looking confident, strong
Female Representation Only Semi-Displayed in Superhero Films
December 13, 2021
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University of Florida

By Lauren Pabian

University of Florida
Arts and Entertainment
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