Diversity and inclusion allyship encouraged on campus
By Kate Anderson | Nov. 18, 2021Students and faculty are taking action with diversity and inclusion efforts.
GENDER & SEXUALITY
Vibrancy Theater’s 'Absentia' to amplify BIPOC stories
By Grace Koennecke | Nov. 16, 2021Vibrancy Theater is not just a theater company but a movement as well. The stories the group performs are ones centered around BIPOC stories and issues, fostering conversations about racial and social issues that they hope make audiences stop and think about their actions and lives as a whole.
Billy Porter criticizes Harry Styles' Vogue cover
By Grace Koennecke | Nov. 3, 2021As much as people adore Harry Styles, fashion icons like Billy Porter have claimed his cover story was only so notable because of his gender and race.
Aunt Flow company brings free access to menstrual products on campus
By Grace Koennecke | Nov. 1, 2021Ohio University has collaborated with Aunt Flow menstrual products to create easy and free access to these items for students around campus.
'Yes Ma'am': Discussing the woes of women's athletic apparel, this past week in Ohio women's sports
By Ashley Beach , Molly Burchard and Maria Monesi | Oct. 28, 2021Just three women who love talking about sports! From women in the sports industry on the national stage to women in sports at Ohio University, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know.
Change Our Outcomes walk welcomes conversation about well-being
By Kate Anderson | Oct. 24, 2021Change Our Outcomes, a preventative health initiative, had its kickoff event Saturday.
Change Our Outcomes kick-off event promotes well-being
By Kate Anderson | Oct. 21, 2021Saturday, Oct. 23, is the kick-off event starting Change Our Outcomes, a health and physical activity initiative geared toward Black women on OU’s campus.
Athens Area Women’s Summit to inspire female entrepreneurs, build connections
By Katie Millard | Oct. 21, 2021The Athens Area Women’s Summit seeks to connect women in business with resources and other women sharing similar experiences on Friday, Oct. 22, at Stuart’s Opera House.
Campbell’s Corner: Hooters’ uniforms prove lack of progress on sexualization of women
By Hannah Campbell | Oct. 21, 2021With these new uniforms, Hooters is not even trying to hide their objectification anymore. It is putting it all out there for the world to see.
LGBTQ+ History Month emphasizes long-standing queer presence in history
By Lauren Serge | Oct. 20, 2021October is LGBTQ+ History Month, which celebrates and recognizes queer history and how it has impacted queer experiences today.
My Sister’s Place expands services for domestic violence survivors
By Isabel Nissley | Oct. 14, 2021My Sister’s Place is one of two domestic violence shelters that serve Athens, Hocking and Vinton counties.
Unified Sisters serves as a safe haven for women of color at OU
By Alex Imwalle | Oct. 8, 2021The organization meets every Thursday.
Here’s the Tea: There is invisible justice for Black women
By Iana Fields | Oct. 4, 2021While Kelly’s guilty verdict is a win for the #MeToo movement, it has brought to light the institutionalized problem society has with Black women.
New writing group empowers students
By Kate Anderson | Sep. 23, 2021A new writing group, started by Division of Diversity and Inclusion and the Women’s Center, emerged at Ohio University to help students come together and overcome their writer's block.
Album Review: Lil Nas X’s 'Montero' is breaking the barriers of what pop-rap can be
By Tanner Harris | Sep. 20, 2021The long-awaited debut album redefines queerness within the hip-hop community.
‘Your Right to Party Workshop’ opens conversation about making event spaces safer for women
By Katie Millard | Sep. 16, 2021As part of Ohio University’s Red Zone training, the Women’s Center hosted the “Your Right to Party” workshop, a glimpse into how to make concerts and club venues safer spaces for women and marginalized groups.
Weekender Briefs: Get COVID-19 vaccine at Heritage Hall, view OU student-produced play
By Isabel Nissley | Sep. 15, 2021Mass Vaccination Clinic at Heritage Hall at 8:30 a.m., hosted by Ohio University, 191 W. Union St. Get vaccinated against COVID-19. To make an appointment to get the vaccine, visit gettheshot.coronavirus.ohio.gov, use Access Code B4P8PAQMNO, search for ZIP code 45701 and select an available appointment slot. Walk-ins are welcome, but making an appointment in advance will reduce wait times at the clinic.
Bloating: 6 simple tips to beat it for good
By Maddie Bussert | Sep. 15, 2021Beat the bloat before it starts by following these tips
SayHerName events bring awareness, togetherness
By Kayla Bennett | Sep. 15, 2021OU’s Women’s Center has been gearing up for an in-person school year full of events.
Swarm of Dykes’ activism influenced LGBTQ+ resources today
By Lauren Serge | Sep. 12, 2021In the late ‘90s and early 2000s, Swarm of Dykes was an active group on campus that fought for visibility of LGBTQ+ individuals. Their extremist style in their progressive efforts ultimately impacted the creation of various resources present at OU for queer students today.
