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How ‘The Sims’ Decodes Gaming Gender Dynamics

Allegra Walker, University at Albany - SUNY

While there are many memes going around about how The Sims game series is popular amongst a female audience, the appeal to slice-of-life games for women starts in girlhood.…

April 3, 2024

In an article about gendered products, a blue collection of masculine products stands opposite a pink collection of feminine products.

The Ironic World of Gendered Products

Anoushka Panganamamula, The Ohio State University

Gender-based marketing poses detrimental consequences for society.…

October 10, 2023

Rhaenyra Targaryen and Alicent Hightower posing in front of a dragon for the new show 'House of the Dragon'.

A Woman’s Perspective on ‘House of the Dragon’

Teagan Angell, Fordham University

Why is HBO’s “House of the Dragon” series so successful and how does it differ from “Game of Thrones” in its handling of sensitive topics?…

November 8, 2022

Does ‘Euphoria’ Accurately Portray Teenage Drug Abuse?

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

Fans of the HBO drama series are questioning whether its depictions of addiction, sexuality and mental health are true to life.…

March 3, 2022

Students can't decide if gender neutral bathrooms should be added.

Why Colleges Need To Start Adding Gender-Neutral Bathrooms to Their Campuses

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

As colleges continue to admit nonbinary students, administrators should consider adding unisex facilities to accommodate them all.…

February 24, 2022

Japanese Takarazuka Theater Lets Its Participants Play With Gender

Peyton Conner, Indiana University

In this type of performance, women play all the roles, and refreshing performances that mix androgyny and gender expression are sure to ensue.…

January 20, 2022

‘Fluidum’ Shows the Nuances of the Roles and Fluidity of Gender

Summer Brotman, University of California, Los Angeles

Set in a world where youth can shift between genders whenever they want, this webtoon highlights the intricacies of gender performance and individuality.…

January 21, 2021

In ‘GenderQueer,’ Maia Kobabe Portrays a Journey to Self-Identity

Alexa Katherine Will, University of Pittsburgh

This revolutionary graphic memoir explores the author's cathartic journey to identifying as nonbinary and asexual.…

December 7, 2020

"Wordslut" and language. (Illustration by Mel Quagrainie, Columbia College Chicago)

‘Wordslut’ Teaches Us How We Can Change the World Through Language

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

Amanda Montell’s 2019 book examines how adjusting the words that we use can alter how gender and sexuality are considered in today's society — for the better.…

October 10, 2020

4 Children’s Toys That Encourage Diversity and Inclusion

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Fleeting are the days when princesses were for girls and Nerf guns were for boys. …

August 28, 2020

An intersex person standing in a purple circle.

It’s Plain and Simple: Intersex Discrimination Is Sexist, Not ‘Intersexist’

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

Sexism conjures up ideas of women being victimized. Mistakenly, the term is never used to describe discrimination against intersex people.…

July 7, 2020

In an article about gender, a photo a child looking out the back window of a bus

How To Answer Kids’ Questions About Gender

Asha MacKay, Wellesley College

Children are socialized with assumptions about gender. How should you respond to their unknowingly insensitive questions?…

May 21, 2020

The Indie Pop Sounds of King Princess Hides Something More Radical

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

The musician's accessible tunes belie an artist bent on showcasing a real rock 'n' roll energy and confronting gender roles and heteronormativity.…

February 15, 2020

Breaking Binary: Discovering the World of Third Genders

Kayla Carson, Simon Fraser University

As transgender visibility increases, seeing might be believing, but understanding is so much more.…

December 26, 2019

How College Taught Me That Gender Means Nothing

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

The art of unlearning gender roles and restrictions by way of glittery eyeshadow and living with your friends.…

August 9, 2019

Gender Reveal Parties Are Annoying and Extra

Isabelle Mencia, University of Florida

Everyone is excited about their coming baby, but it is not an excuse to involve absolutely everyone you know in a gender reveal party.…

May 16, 2018

Mack Beggs Wrestles with Bureaucracy, On and Off the Mat

Natalya Pomeroy, University of Houston

It wasn’t weight-class but gender that kept high school wrestler Mack Beggs from competing in his desired wrestling division.…

March 15, 2018

Harvard University Unveils Plans to Implement Gender-Neutral Housing

Dominique Bander, Loyola University Maryland

The Ivy League college will allow all gender identities to room together in whatever combination the individuals choose.…

March 1, 2018

The College of William and Mary Appoints Its First Female President

Alex Johnson, New York University

In a move that more accurately reflects the modern student body, William and Mary hired Katherine Rowe as their 28th president.…

February 21, 2018

South Dakota Senator Sponsors a Ban on Gender-Identity Education

Gabriella Evans, Northern Arizona University

Rather than learn about gender identity, South Dakota Sen. Phil Jensen wants students to focus on ‘reading, writing and arithmetic.’…

February 12, 2018

The White Beauty Issue Behind Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Relationship

Maahfio Otchere, Villanova University

The relationship of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry provides insight into the problem of the ideal white beauty within the black community.…

December 24, 2017

If Not Listed, Check Other

Brandi Loving, St. Mary's University

With so many people revolutionizing their own pronoun and gender identity, will the constant changes hinder more than they help?…

November 21, 2017

UMN Track-Running Boyfriends Brad and Justin Talk Race, Sex and Running

Andrew Crossan, University of South Carolina

Minnesotan track stars and boyfriends Brad Neumann and Justin Rabon have recently made headlines for being just that.…

November 13, 2017

Why Young Men Need Feminism

Carli Scalf, Ball State University

Men seem to miss the benefits they stand to gain from gender equality.…

October 13, 2017

The Newfound Relevance of ‘Twelve Angry Women’

Angela Fraser, CUNY Brooklyn

Based on the 1954 teleplay 'Twelve Angry Men,' the feminist reinterpretation asks critical questions about how much race and gender relations have really changed in the last half-century.…

August 23, 2017

Do Real Men Wear Rompers?

Natalie Washuta, Colgate University

It’s the Summer of the Romper — for men. But is the trend a protest or ploy?…

June 13, 2017

The Issue of Misgendering in a College Setting

Does Misgendering a Student Violate the First Amendment?

Alli Guaman, Marymount Manhattan College

A Wellesley student has been criticized for creating a database of professors accused of 'ableist microaggressions,' but the criticisms miss the point.…

April 12, 2017

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