Art by Peau Porotesano When we think of double standards, the first things that might come to mind would be slut-shaming, weight scrutiny or inequality in the workforce. As important as those topics are to acknowledge, a different kind of double standard that has been seen in recent media also needs to be recognized: sexual assault. This double standard has been an … [Read more...] about LaBeouf Exemplifies Assault Double Standard
celebrity
Randy Jackson Mentors Students about Career, Life
Photo by Shawn Jones If you don’t think that professors at Pepperdine are well connected or doing great things, well, think again. Professor Eric Allaman, who is also a professional film scorer and composer, worked on two movies with Randy Jackson, one of 'American Idol's' original judges, for NBC. Allaman teaches a course titled "Scoring Visual Media" which he said … [Read more...] about Randy Jackson Mentors Students about Career, Life
Watson’s Speech on Feminism Sparks New Debate
Photo Courtesy of UN Women Emma Watson has blossomed from a saucy young witch to a passionate, mature feminist. Straight out of college, fresh into the real world, Watson is named a U.N. Goodwill Ambassador based off her power and passion for women’s rights. On Sept. 20, in front of the entire U.N., Watson was very open with her views on feminism and gender equality. She … [Read more...] about Watson’s Speech on Feminism Sparks New Debate
Joan Rivers: Feminist Turned Firecracker on Stage
Art by Sacha Irick What does it mean to be a feminist? According to the Feminist Majority Foundation, it is “the policy, practice or advocacy of political, economic and social equality for women.” The general idea of being a feminist is supporting the equality of men and women in society. It empowers women to feel that they are men’s equals, even after years of hearing … [Read more...] about Joan Rivers: Feminist Turned Firecracker on Stage
Multiple Counts of Assault Go Unpunished
When the Princess Katherine was photographed sun bathing topless and the photos were then placed in a five-page spread by the French Magazine “Closer,” in 2012, this was assault. This same assault has happened to Prince Harry when his nude photos were “leaked.” When the same happened to Vanessa Hudgens in 2007 she was shamed by Disney and millions of people for her assault. … [Read more...] about Multiple Counts of Assault Go Unpunished
