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An illustration with a coral background of a calendar opened to a page of the month of March. Under the months name, it reads “Women’s History Month” in blue letters.

Opinion: NYU’s Women’s History Month isn’t enough

The university’s underwhelming commemoration of Women’s History Month underscores the necessity for more substantive yearlong efforts highlighting women’s achievements and struggles.
Valentina Plevisani, Contributing Writer Mar 29, 2022

I come from Latin America, where International Women's Day has become a big deal in recent years. It is a day for women of all backgrounds to rally against the patriarchy and protest...

In Tisch New Theatre’s remake of “Legally Blonde,” Elle Woods has none of the ditziness she is known for. (Photo Courtesy of Christabelle Tan)

Somehow, Tisch New Theatre Reinvents Elle Woods in ‘Legally Blonde’

Tisch New Theatre decides to “Rethink Pink” in their recent production of “Legally Blonde,” showcasing a strong and never wavering Elle Woods by omitting the dumb blonde stereotype from the minute the curtain opens.
Liv Rocklin, Contributing Writer Nov 4, 2019

When people wondered how Tisch New Theatre could possibly “Rethink Pink” and rebrand “Legally Blonde,” TNT responded, in the words of Elle Woods: “What? Like it’s hard?”...

Tisch New Theatre will be performing their rendition of Legally Blonde at the Skirball Theater. (Courtesy of Skirball)

‘Rethink Pink’: Tisch New Theatre’s Vision for ‘Legally Blonde’

Tisch New Theatre aims to reinvent the popular musical, employing extensive character work and unique storytelling devices for a production “unlike anything anyone has ever seen.”
Claire Jones, Contributing Writer Sep 30, 2019

Tisch New Theatre, a student-run organization at NYU, will bring “Legally Blonde” to the Skirball Center stage on Nov. 1. Adopting the motto “rethink pink,” the cast and...

Universities Should Require Human Development Course

Universities Should Require Human Development Course

WSN Editorial Board Apr 6, 2017
An article recently published by the New York Times found that many high school seniors identify with traditional gender roles, which could be detrimental to feminism and female empowerment. The only way to combat this mentality is to educate youth on gender and sexuality.

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