Clara Barros/ Contributing Writer Angela Davis once said that, “in a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist.” We can say that the same applies to sexism: in rape culture, it’s not enough not to rape; we must be anti-rape. Rape culture is a system of collective violence that […]
Daniela Perez/ Staff Writer Any woman can empathize with the constant defense mechanisms used by adults to describe boys and men. Regardless of sexuality, the defending of men begins at a young age where girls may meet petulant male children. Upon voicing their concerns to an adult, the response, “He’s only mean because he likes […]
Caroline Lozano/ Contributing Writer I’ve always admired Johnny Depp for his acting ability and the films he starred in. Some of his films like “Edward Scissorhands” and “Corpse Bride” remain among my favorites even today. But when news about Depp’s domestic abuse scandal emerged last year, I was both shocked and disappointed. I will never […]
When it comes to sexual assault or harassment, there is no such thing as a “perfect” victim. Nothing is black and white. Anyone can be assaulted and no victim of any assault should be blamed. Men and women of all races, religions, nationalities and socioeconomic statuses are at risk of rape because no one has […]
Maytinee Kramer/ Assistant Opinion Director According to a 2010 National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey, “sexual violence, stalking and intimate partner violence are major health problems in the United States.” Our understanding of these forms of violence has gradually grown over the years, but rape culture is still perpetuated by society, and gives men […]
Fabienne Fleurantin/ Staff Writer They just wanted to get from point A to point B. If only things were that simple. Grocery shopping should be a no brainer right? Get in, get out and bring your groceries to your respective transportation. Well, two girls tried that approach, but it didn’t turn out so well. They just […]
Written by: Barbara Andrade /Staff Writer Maria Falzone, comedian and one of the most sought-after college speakers, wants to teach students about sex and as part of sexual assault awareness month, the Women’s Center is bringing her to the University. On April 13, Falzone will host a speaker series called “Sex Rules! Laugh and Learn the […]
Written by: Lizandra Portal / Contributing Writer Sexual assault is more common on college campuses compared to other types of crimes. Among undergraduate students, 23.1 percent of females and 5.4 percent of males experience rape or sexual assault through physical force, violence or incapacitation, according to a report from the Association of American Universities on sexual […]
