Heteronormative ideology is prescribed to us by societal foundations and exists not only in our minds but in the legal, economic, political, educational and religious institutions we experience every day. Reporter Angelica Franaschouk argues Its limiting for those in different-sex relationships, and also leads to a negative perception of same-sex relationships because those relationships lack intrinsic traditional gender roles.
University of St. Thomas Alumna Maddie Peters discusses the idea of feminism, fashion and gender norms in our society.
Senior Program Manager for St. Thomas’ Center for the Common Good Casey Gordon discusses her journey to find her own form of feminism congruent with today’s societal needs.
There is no better time than Women’s History Month to read some of the most influential novels written by women. Touching on an array of topics, these novels are written by women of all ages, eras, races, sexualities and backgrounds. Reporter Macy Berendsen outlines novels to read during Women’s History Month.
In a 2020 study by Pew Research Center, the majority of Americans said that the U.S. “has work to do” to achieve gender equality. Yet, 45% of Americans find contemporary feminism polarizing. Reporter Angeline Terry argues that feminism is still important in 2022.
Throughout her life, no matter her position at the time, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg fought for all people. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters recounts the life and career of Ginsburg and comments on the legacy she leaves behind.
In an interview with British Vogue, Emma Watson said that she is “self-partnered,” which may be the newest term to denote relationship status. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues that it is encouraging to have an independent and driven female role model.
Author and prominent feminist Roxane Gay addressed St. Thomas students during her presentation Wednesday in the Luanne Dummer Center for Women.
Columnist Claire Noack argues that while labels can be used harshly or negatively, they can help establish a sense of community.
Junior Melanie Kraemer received the Young Scholars Research grant from St. Thomas, which will allow her to spend 10 weeks this summer studying eco-feminism in England.
