OU students celebrate Black Women’s History Month
By Riley Runnells | Apr. 20, 2020Black women and allies use writing, art and education as ways to celebrate the month.
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Virtual Take Back the Night demonstrates survivor support in social media takeover
By Lauren Serge | Apr. 1, 2020The event aims to raise awareness of survivor’s experiences and this year, the event has gone digital due to the coronavirus pandemic, taking place over Twitter.
International Women’s Day photoshoot to empower individuals, create connections
By Lily Roby | Mar. 5, 2020Ashley Nichole Photography will host the photoshoot Sunday from 12 p.m. at 4:30 p.m.
International Women’s Day to reflect on women’s historical progress
By Lauren Serge | Mar. 5, 2020The international celebration is on March 8, which aims to honor and empower women and their progress.
Women’s History Month to celebrate women, educate allies
By Riley Runnells | Mar. 3, 2020The programming features everything from panels of women to film screenings at the Athena Cinema.
Sexism in Hollywood demands greater social change
By Riley Runnells | Feb. 5, 2020Though some women are acclaimed in the industry, there are still injustices among the genders.
Centennial celebration of women’s suffrage aims for inclusivity of marginalized groups
By Lauren Serge | Feb. 2, 2020The semester-long commemoration will consist of numerous events to highlight women’s suffrage and acknowledge the discrimination present within the movement.
Breakfast of Champions to be held in celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day
By Hannah Burkhart | Jan. 29, 2020Speakers from near and far will be in Athens Saturday to celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day.
Human trafficking performance, panel to raise awareness of problem
By Gabriella Hayes | Jan. 26, 2020A performance of survivors’ journeys of sex trafficking will precede a sex trafficking panel on Tuesday.
University women’s organization empowers and educates through personal connection
By Riley Runnells | Jan. 15, 2020Empowered meets every Tuesday in Baker Center 231.
International Women’s Coffee Hour provides safe space for deep conversations
By Lauren Serge | Nov. 24, 2019The coffee hour is a monthly event that aims to bring together international students and allies for a relaxing and informative discussion.
#SpeakUp hosts poetry night in support of survivors of sexual assault, gender violence
By Gabriella Hayes | Nov. 12, 2019#SpeakUp will host the poetry night Thursday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m.
Women’s Center challenges narratives told through popular music
By Gabriella Hayes | Nov. 5, 2019The last Thirsting For Knowledge Thursday will be held Nov. 6.
Rollergeist showcases roller derby double-header
By Keri Johnson | Oct. 24, 2019Two Athens roller derby teams will go head-to-head with new opponents this weekend.
Here’s the Tea: Everyone should take a WGSS class
By Iana Fields | Oct. 21, 2019The classes give an in-depth look at how social norms are pushed onto people since birth.
National religious sisterhood does good on a local level
By Keri Johnson | Oct. 3, 2019Kappa Phi, a Christian sisterhood organization, participates in many local service projects in the region.
Woman makes history as first female winner of Ohio Race for the Cure
By Riley Runnells | Oct. 3, 2019People can participate in the Southeast Ohio race this weekend.
OU students and Athens residents march to Take Back The Night
By Jess Umbarger | Apr. 5, 2019Hundreds gathered to hear inspiring stories from sexual violence survivors and advocates, and to march in solidarity.
International Women’s Day Art Installation brings empowerment and information to audiences
By Riley Runnells | Mar. 26, 2019The installation featured artwork in various mediums portraying topics revolving around female equality.
Female first responders prove they are as skilled as male counterparts
By Jess Umbarger | Mar. 17, 2019Women in the public safety sector often have to go above and beyond to convince others they are able to do their jobs
