Dr. Jennifer W. Shewmaker

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Feminism: What does the F-word mean today? | Society | guardian.co.uk

Feminism: What does the F-word mean today? | Society | guardian.co.uk

Feminism: What does the F-word mean today? | Society | guardian.co.uk. This article is actually a brilliant conversation between Monica Ali, Annie Lenox, Beverley Knight, VV Brown, Jane Shepherdson, and … Continue reading →

March 14, 2011 · 2 Comments
The beauty myth… and madness — New Internationalist

The beauty myth… and madness — New Internationalist

Click the link below to read an interesting examination of the beauty myth and it’s implications for societies world wide. The author makes a claim that when the female body … Continue reading →

March 10, 2011 · Leave a comment

International Women’s Day is Here!

Today is International Women’s Day, which is celebrated all around the world. Check out this website to see if there are any events in your country and/or area. Today I … Continue reading →

March 8, 2011 · Leave a comment
Porn & Pop Culture: A Deadly Combination

Porn & Pop Culture: A Deadly Combination

The following article is cross-posted with permission from Beauty Redefined and was written by Lexie Kite.  Lexie argues that pop culture has adopted the features of pornography to such a … Continue reading →

March 7, 2011 · 1 Comment
The Disposable Woman – NYTimes.com

The Disposable Woman – NYTimes.com

This is an interesting piece about Charlie Sheen’s rantings and history of abusive behavior. The author argues that Sheen has long gotten away with treating the women in his life … Continue reading →

March 6, 2011 · Leave a comment
Imagine…Emma Thompson on Believing in Yourself

Imagine…Emma Thompson on Believing in Yourself

This video posted on Revolution of Real Women by Emma Thompson brought tears to my eyes. For every person in this world, I wish the REALITY of believing in themselves. … Continue reading →

March 1, 2011 · Leave a comment
Super Cute or Super Shallow?

Super Cute or Super Shallow?

My friend Trisha pointed out to me that Old Navy has decided to break away from their strange mannequin commercials and ads and go with something new. This new commercial … Continue reading →

February 23, 2011 · Leave a comment

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