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Women's History

Women's History focuses on key personalities and events that helped shape the movement during modern times but with foundations in the ancient period and beyond. Women's History explores long-help stereotypes, religious perceptions, and anthropological considerations. Were watershed periods beneficial to women? Did social and cultural presuppositions help define gender roles? This section endeavors to explore such questions - and more. Writers interested in this field are encouraged to apply and share their research and viewes.

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Latest articles in Women's History

 A History of Domestic Violence Law and Legislation

We all know domestic violence is wrong, but this is only a VERY modern idea. This article shows how wife-beating was percieved and addressed through history

Jan 18, 2012 – Kathleen Szeluga

Willa Brown: Female African American in Early Aviation

Willa Brown fought for her rights by becoming an aviator in the 1930's. Not only was she a female pilot, she was also an African American.

Dec 28, 2011 – Maureen Zieber

The Blue Bra Beating

This article is a feminist response to the 'Blue Bra Beating' in Cairo on Tuesday and how such a protest contributes to the Global Female Village.

Dec 22, 2011 – Sara Hailstone

Esther and Vashti: Two Ancient Feminist Queens

The Old Testament story of Esther says much about the role of women in the ancient world and the notable exceptions like Queen Esther.

Sep 17, 2011 – Michael Streich

Homer's Odyssey - Queen Penelope's Classical Battle for Space

In classical literature women rarely pursue heroic acts. Queen Penelope', wife of Odysseus, uses art as a form of resistance in Homer's Odyssey, proves ot

Aug 3, 2011 – Lesley Lanir

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