sexual assault

An illustration of a woman standing at the door of a dark basement with walls covered in red.

‘Barbarian’: Where Unsettling Horror Meets Intelligent Commentary

Joshua Laine, Emmanuel College

This 2022 horror flick explores the unique fears that many women face.…

September 9, 2023

In article about Sienna Mae Gomez and the sexual assault allegations against her, a photo of Jack Wright

The Allegations Against Sienna Mae Gomez Shine a Light on Male Sexual Assault Victims

Alyssa Griffin, Molloy College

By breaking his silence, Jack Wright gives a powerful voice to victims everywhere of a normally downplayed issue.…

February 15, 2022

A mugshot over an outline of the state of Alaska

Why Is the Crime Rate so High in Alaska?

Tiffany Singh, University of Central Florida

Factors such as long distances from law enforcement, injustice in sentencing and a marginalized Native community may be some of the reasons why violence is so common in this cold terrain. …

December 11, 2021

A woman in a mirror while being photographed for an article on My Body

In ‘My Body,’ Emily Ratajkowski Embodies Intelligence and Healing

Rory Conlon, De Anza College

In this model's debut memoir, she wrestles with the complications of her profession, her self-image and her personal traumas.…

December 4, 2021

rhye, in an article about separating art from the artist

Frank Ocean, Kanye, Rhye and Sun Kil Moon: Separating an Artist From Their Art

Mason Cannon, Columbia University

'Although they may express it beautifully, sometimes what they have to express from within themselves doesn't come from somewhere beautiful at all.'…

September 3, 2021

‘Feel Good’ Season Two Isn’t Worried About Keeping Audiences Comfortable

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

In comparison to the first season, the show's second season really lets viewers see a more vulnerable side of Mae.…

June 29, 2021

The Gabbie Hanna and Jessi Smiles Feud Reveals Hanna’s True Self

Ariana Quijano, Georgia State University

This contentious YouTuber is back at it again, and this time she's waging war on her former friend Jessica Vasquez.…

June 20, 2021

‘Promising Young Woman’ Is a Story of Revenge and Reflection

Sarah Esquivel, University of Texas at San Antonio

The film's main character takes matters into her own hands in a gripping exploration of the treatment of sexual assault in college and the urgent need for victim advocacy.…

January 8, 2021

‘Bridgerton’ Is a Flawed But Intriguing Romance

Aimi Wen, Duke University

The series has a few issues but is still able to balance entertainment and important discussions.…

January 5, 2021

The Deep standing in front of a statue of The Boys.

‘The Boys’ Offers a Nuanced Portrayal of Sexual Assault

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

Amazon’s original superhero series gives a social commentary of many of the world’s evils, including what prompted the #MeToo movement.…

September 15, 2020

Zendaya from Euphoria in purple makeup against a black background

‘Euphoria’ Shows Why Transformative Justice Should Be the Norm

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

HBO’s show offers a crystal clear picture of why communities need new ways to resolve conflicts and combat interpersonal violence.…

September 7, 2020

‘I May Destroy You’ Confronts Misrepresentations of Sexual Assault

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

Michaela Coel’s comedy-drama series balances the gray areas of sexual violence through an evocative and semi-fictional depiction of adulthood.…

July 22, 2020

Chris D'Elia performing at the Laugh Factory

Chris D’Elia Demonstrates How Comedy Can Be a Haven for Abusive Men

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The allegations of sexual misconduct against the popular comedian brings up the question yet again: What makes standup such a toxic space?…

July 13, 2020

‘Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich’ Gives a Voice to Survivors of Sexual Abuse

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

The new Netflix documentary sheds light on the women who accused Epstein and the failures of the justice system that delayed his prosecution.…

June 16, 2020

Why Aimee’s Storyline on Season 2 of ‘Sex Education’ Is so Important

Nina Dutta, Occidental College

Taking its cue from the #MeToo movement, the Netflix series follows one of its characters as she processes the trauma resulting from a sexual assault on public transportation.…

February 7, 2020

Fact Versus Fiction: How ‘Bombshell’ Tells the Truth About Sexual Assault

Kayla Carson, Simon Fraser University

The film might not be perfect, but it's helping to advance the conversation about a very important topic.…

January 18, 2020

Pay Attention: Rice University Launches Campaign for Justice for Survivors of Sexual Violence

Caleb Dukes, Rice University

It comes after an opinion piece in The Rice Thresher, in which a woman describes her poor treatment by the university after reporting her assault.…

October 11, 2019

‘Know My Name’ by Chanel Miller Takes Back Her Story of Sexual Assault

Stina Chang, University of Southern California

For four years, she was referred to as 'Emily Doe.' It’s time to learn who she really is.…

September 17, 2019

The Problem with Consent Products

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

While some are well-intentioned, many of the products marketed to keep women safe fail to address what's endangering them in the first place.…

May 20, 2019

College Classrooms Need to Rethink How They Discuss Sexual Assault

Marianne Quijano, Texas A&M University

Even if the violence in question is hypothetical, the experiences of the participating students are not.…

November 4, 2018

Kevin Spacey’s ‘Billionaire Boys Club’ Is Both Grossly Ironic and Really Bad

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

Spacey's reign in Hollywood is officially over.…

August 24, 2018

Adult Swim Needs to Do a Disney to Dan Harmon

Ashlyn Leigh Willis, University of North Alabama

When pedophilia scandal arose around James Gunn, Disney fired him. Now that a similar incident is facing Harmon, Adult Swim is balking.…

August 1, 2018

As Mumble Rap Grows in Popularity, So Do Its Associations with Sexual Violence

Melissa Lee, State University of New York at Oswego

Despite its nascence, the controversial sub-genre has become known for its despicable figureheads.…

July 23, 2018

Rather Than Drop His Sexual Assault Suit, Terry Crews Opts Out of ‘Expendables 4’

Rebecca Crosby, American University

'Am I going to be a part of this or am I going to take a stand?' Crews said before a congressional committee.…

June 27, 2018

‘The Tale’ Is a Remarkable Work of Introspective Memoir

Jenna Benchetrit, McGill University

Jennifer Fox’s new film recounts her experiences as a survivor of childhood sexual assault during the 1970s.…

June 7, 2018

Changing Sexual Assault Responses at Uber

Liam Ainslie Mayo, Bard College

Uber recently changed its policies on sexual assault, giving victims a platform to speak out.…

May 23, 2018

Season 2 of ’13 Reasons Why’ Focuses on Even More Sensitive Topics

Samantha Jorgens, Central Michigan University

The second season of the controversial show widens its net to include harsher realities.…

May 22, 2018

Making Strides Against Relationship Violence with Yards for Yeardley

Gillian Farnan, SUNY Cortland

One simple act, like participating in Yards for Yeardley, is just one small step toward ending relationship violence.…

May 3, 2018

Bill Cosby and Lawyers Might Appeal His ‘Public Lynching’

Gabriella Evans, Northern Arizona University

According to his lawyer, Cosby received too harsh of a sentence, which they claim is partly a result of the court allowing so many women to testify against him.…

May 2, 2018