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The Problem With Saying “I’m Not Like Most Girls”

“I’m not like most girls.” I cringe a little harder every time I hear any variation of this statement. Even worse? Being told, “you’re not like most girls.” Sure, it’s meant to be a compliment, but...

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Concerts Have Become A Hotspot For Sexual Assault, So Why Are We Ignoring It?

With glitter splattered on our faces and beers in our hands, my friend Jessie and I weaved through the crowd searching for the perfect spot— far enough back that we’d have enough space to dance and...

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The Hangover Is Real: Why You Feel Anxious After Drinking

It was our last spring break and we were all having the time of our lives in Key West. The week was filled with perfect weather, my best friends, crowded pool bars, beautiful sunsets, free wine and...

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Is The Common Way We Reject Guys Actually Sexist?

You’re at a bar, sipping on a mixed drink and chatting with your friends. A guy makes his way over to you, but you’re not interested. Maybe you’re just trying to have a girl’s night, maybe he’s not...

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5 Rising Female Artists You Need to Know

Girls rock. Really. But with Spotify, Apple Music, and social media making brand new music available at your fingertips daily, the influx of awesome new artists can get a little overwhelming. Lucky for...

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It’s Time For Women To Get Unapologetically Political

“I’m not usually one to get political, but…” Stop. Delete. Rewrite. “I don’t usually post my political beliefs on social media, but..” Backspace, Backspace, Backspace. What was I saying? I’m totally...

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If There’s One Festival Worth Spending Money On This Year, It’s Hangout

What could possibly be better than spending three days rocking out to artists like Twenty One Pilots, Chance The Rapper, and Frank Ocean, with your closest friends? Rocking out to artists like Twenty...

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The Keystone Pipeline- What You Need To Know

With the swish of a pen, Donald Trump has signed yet another controversial executive order involving the highly debated oil pipelines, Keystone XL and the Dakota Access Pipeline. It’s an issue that...

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Should Celebrities Have A Say In Politics?

“Celebs hurt cause badly.” Sound familiar? Maybe not. You may have read these words and skimmed right over them, without a second thought given. You may have never even read them at all. Of the many,...

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Do All Successful Women Deserve Our Support?

The definition of feminism, no matter what anyone tries to tell you, is simple. “Political, economic, and social equality of the sexes.” But beyond the definition, things get complicated. It’s no...

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5 Planned Parenthood Myths That Need To Be Shut Down

After 10 edited, unsubstantiated videos that implied Planned Parenthood was profiting off of the sale of fetal tissues this summer, the organization has been a hot topic of debate. While many people...

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The Problem With Khloe Kardashian’s New TV Show “Revenge Body”

I am all for some trashy TV. What I’m not for is telling people that all they need to do is get a full body makeover to get revenge on an ex boyfriend or girlfriend. In the latest Kardashian venture,...

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When Did Everything Become “Sooo Awkward?”

37. That’s the number of times I’ve heard the word awkward today. How many of those times were used in situations that were actually awkward? Maybe 3. Why is it that we describe any encounter, picture,...

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5 Reasons To Take A Road Trip With Your College Girlfriends

With movies like Road Trip and The Hangover, there’s a reason there have been so many films made about friends going on trips together —they make for the best stories. After months of spending the...

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The Problem With Obsessing Over #Goals

Let’s talk about goals. No, not your goals to wake up earlier or eat healthier. Not your education goals to make it to all your 8 AM classes on time or make the Dean’s List. Not your career goals of...

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Keeping Up With The Kardashians AND Global Politics

I like pop culture. I follow more than one member of the Kardashian/Jenner clan on Instagram. I know all of the words to more than one silly, meaningless pop song. I binge watch reality TV shows on...

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Amal Clooney Gives Her First Network TV Interview, Crushes It

If you only know Amal Clooney as George’s wife, it’s time for a reevaluation. She’s a lawyer, human rights activist, author, Oxford graduate, role model and total badass. She’s worked on high profile...

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These NYC Designers Are Raising Mental Health Awareness In The Coolest Way

1 in 4 people struggles with mental health. Between depression, anxiety, eating disorders, drug or alcohol addiction, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, and countless other mental health...

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It’s Time We Demand Better Mental Health Resources In College

Whether you’re pulling an all-nighter in the library, trying to balance the money (or lack thereof) in your bank account, attempting to make time to spend with your friends when you’ve got school work...

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How One Viral Article Trend Is Really Hurting Girls

Every day, it seems like there is a new article online telling us what “kind” of girls make the best girlfriends. The Sorority Girl. The Girl Who Drinks Whiskey. The Girl Who Reads. The Bad Girl. The...

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