Month: March 2001

Who says feminism is for women? Well, to be more accurate, who says it’s only for women? Feminism, which advocates equal rights for women in society, can do a lot for men these days. You might be asking how, exactly, can a women’s movement help men? The answer is quite simple. One aim of feminism… Continue reading It’s not just a "female problem"

By Nathan Taylor

“Your girlfriend is a feminist? Watch out man. They’ve got some crazy idea that women are somehow equal to men.” Feminism in the 21st century is still a dirty word, particularly among men. It has the status of a joke–a joke that isn’t funny. I am a feminist. I am also a man. These aren’t… Continue reading Hey, dude, I’m a feminist too, man

By James Keller

For most people, imagining the stereotypical feminist can bring many different images to mind. Rarely do these images include a man. Male involvement in the feminist movement recieves mixed reactions from all sides. Some female feminists embrace the male presence as an integral part of the movement while others see men as a group incapable… Continue reading The “other way” men support women

By Jan Creaser

Post-modern feminismPost-modern feminism seeks social harmony rather than gender equality by eliminating the assumption that men and women have “essential natures,” fundamental and immutable aspects which differentiate men from women and make one superior to the other. In contrast to radical feminism, post-modern feminism does seek equal rights among genders, avoids placing blame or assigning… Continue reading Feminism in all shapes and sizes

By Jane Alkhouri

“She is so Holt Renfrew” or “Can you get me a cup of coffee please, two sugars, one cream.” These are both examples of comments female politicians endure throughout their careers. Women and politics have come a long way since the famous five from Alberta earned the right to vote, however, it seems there are… Continue reading Backrooms and bullshit

By Tracy Walker

For many, the mention of Women’s Studies conjures up images of angry feminists stewing over the injustices they feel men have inflicted upon them since the beginning of time. This, however, is a grossly distorted view of Women’s Studies. Stemming from the feminist movement of the 1970s, Women’s Studies was never intended to be an… Continue reading Sasquatch, Yeti, Bigfoot… Feminist?

By Jan Creaser

On the back pages of the ad-free feminist magazine, Ms., ads from other publications that showcase women appear without editorial comment. Readers are left to interpret these ads for themselves. The February/March 2001 issue shows a two-panel Vibe jeans ad in which a woman’s body appears wearing underwear and a tiny t-shirt. Between the two… Continue reading The media markets Barbie full-time

By Kris Kotarski

Christine Nordhagen told us a story. The women’s world champion wrestler says a title appropriately named “Ms. Lutte” is given to the prettiest female wrestler at certain tournaments. At the European Championships in France a couple of years ago, a Polish competitor won the award and with it a white poodle. That was the grand… Continue reading She shoots, she scores… she’s sexy?