VOLUME 49, ISSUE 20 — women’s day (March 6, 2023)
Breaking the glass ceiling: Professor Emerita Poë discusses the state of women in STEM
While female representation in STEM fields has improved over the years, work needs to be done to increase the number of women pursuing graduate studies and the ratio of female-to-male faculty members.
“The declaration of an International Day of Women & Girls in Science by the United Nations without the action or…
Moving past 2022’s setbacks to gender equality and women rights protection
UN Women executive director, Sima Bahous, reviews the organization’s global efforts to safeguard women rights and highlights the additional toll of crises on women.
On February 13, 2023, in an opening statement to the UN Women Executive Board, Executive Director Sima Bahous put forth…
Reflecting on women’s accomplishments on International Women’s Day
By building connected communities and inclusive environments, Disha Prabhu from Boss Women UTM believes that we are making steady progress towards embracing feminism.
For 113 years and counting, March 8 has been known as International Women’s Day—a day to celebrate women and their…
From PhD candidate to entrepreneur: How Dr. Diana Kraskouskaya is revolutionizing drug discovery
Dr. Diana Kraskouskaya shares how without prior business training, she and other industry leaders are making strides in the drug discovery industry and paving the way for other women in STEM.
March 8 marks International Women’s Day—a day on which women around the world should be celebrated for their accomplishments and…
Uncertainty surrounds pay and funding for the Canadian women’s national soccer team
The Canadian women’s national soccer team continues to symbolically protest for fair pay and funding amidst ongoing negotiations with the Canadian Soccer Association.
On February 10, 2023, the Canadian Soccer Players’ Association (CSPA)—which represents the Canadian women’s national soccer team—released a statement highlighting…
Back-to-Business: Improving women representation in the workplace
Gender egalitarianism has been a large part of workplace discussion in the 21st century. While statistics about representation in the…
Sara Ahmed and “The Feminist Killjoy”
Calling out anti-feminist behaviour doesn’t make you a b*tch; it just makes you a killjoy. Welcome to feminism!
Have you ever felt shame, guilt, or regret after calling out misogynistic behaviour? Have you ever been made to feel…
The Brown girl experience: India vs. Canada
A reflection on the privileges of the Brown girl experience in Canada.
When I entered Canada as a young immigrant, I didn’t know what to expect from the country. A differently accented…
My role model is my mom
Young people, particularly females, often face a host of societal pressures and limitations due to gender stereotypes, systemic bias, and…
To all the women: This is your story
A letter and reminder to all the women of today to define their own identities.
Happy International Women’s Day to all the women. Whether you are born as one, identify as one, or are transitioning…
Love and its discontents: A continuum of passion
How female love functions as a source of energy for male culture.
Love is often explored through philosophical and psychological frameworks. That is to say, we ask, “What is love?” to inquire…
The faces of women
To limit the scope of womanhood is to limit the scope of humanity.
In a land where the sea met the sun and calls of prayer echoed in every corner, Melouka was born….
Women in STEM: Past, present, future
Sandra Zhitkova, co-president of the UTM Physics Club, and Professor Sharmin share their journeys battling the lack of female representation in STEM fields.
Female representation in STEM has long been the subject of debate. The term STEM, which stands for “science, technology, engineering,…
Cancer research and the magic of chemistry
“Before going into chemistry, the only liquid I really knew was water,” says Ivonne Lopez-Miranda, sitting across from me in…
From He’s Just Not That Into You to “Flowers”: Different stories with the same ending
A culture-informed analysis of how dating has changed for women in the last decade.
I was walking down St. Catherine Street in Montreal when I heard, from a passing car, a woman singing a…
Recognizing the power of female artistry at Billboard’s Women in Music Awards
Billboard aims to showcase women’s successes in an industry that does not have enough female representation.
I love to discover new music from various genres. Whether it be through online playlists, social media ads, or by…
Theatre Erindale’s Alcestis: Merging styles of the past and present
How Theatre Erindale’s latest main stage production used costumes, lighting, and sound effects to create a timeless experience.
Theatre Erindale’s latest production reimagines a play that has been in production since 438 BC. Alcestis by Euripides tells the…
How Greta Gerwig continues to put women first
Reflecting on Gerwig’s film career and her focus on inspiring female characters.
Greta Gerwig has left an unmissable mark in the film community. With movies like Lady Bird (2017) and Little Women…
Five books to read this International Women’s Day
Exploring the diversity and resilience of Canadian women through literature.
March 8, 2023, marks the day that we celebrate, commemorate, and highlight the successes and struggles of women throughout history….
How Tender is the Flesh inexplicitly analyzes the cruelty of femicide
Trigger warning: This article mentions murder, cannibalism, and violent imagery. Imagine a world where murder is state-sanctioned. Is it still…
Soraya Jovin: her athletic wins and losses
Soraya Jovin has always loved sports. She participated in almost all sports activities available at her elementary school, but her…
Locked On Leafs: All In
This season, the Leafs have consistently been one of the top five teams in the entire National Hockey League (NHL)….
“Peace begins with you”: The UTM first-year who started a mental health initiative
In 2022, Liv Magazine honoured Alanna Sethi with a Women of Wellness Changemaker Award for her work in supporting young minds through HOPE.
Trigger Warning: This article mentions self-harm and suicide. HOPE focuses on improving accessibility to mental health support and resources for…