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.
OPINION: Understanding feminism as a power struggle
Q&A: University President Julie Sullivan reflects on time at St. Thomas
On March 1, St. Thomas President Julie Sullivan announced her decision to step down from her position at the university to become the president of Santa Clara University at the end of this academic year. In this Q&A-style guest editorial, Sullivan reflects on her achievements at St. Thomas and shares her experience as the first female and layperson president of the university.
Luann Dummer Center for Women hosts Leslie Jamison
In celebration of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, the Luann Dummer Center for Women hosted author Leslie Jamison in the O’Shaughnessy Education Center auditorium on Tuesday, March 8. Jamison’s lecture and Q&A session consisted of comprehensive reflections of women and the pandemic.
11 influential books about women by female authors
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.
OPINION: Feminism is still important in 2022
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.
News in :90 – April 6, 2021
Minneapolis police chief testified that Derek Chauvin had clearly violated department policy. President Joe Biden announced that he is shaving two weeks off his May 1 deadline for the COVID-19 vaccine handout. St. Thomas showcased the women who have contributed to the Tommie community during Women’s History Month. Senior Reporter, Emily Haugen has today’s News in :90.
Tommie women enhance the community during Women’s History Month and beyond
During Women’s History Month, St. Thomas shed a light on the women who have contributed to the Tommie community. Through their hands-on engagement, research and efforts to diversify the campus, Candy Sauer, Kathlene Campbell and Kha Yang have demonstrated their desire to make St. Thomas a better place.
Influential women at St. Thomas
In honor of Women’s History Month in March, chief photo editor Morgan Neu found women making an impact on the St. Thomas community.