The debate between woman versus female - Washburn Review
WEBFeb 28, 2023 · As our understanding of sex, gender and other related ideas change, so does the language used to talk about them. New words are adopted and old ones discarded; meanings are revised for the modern lexicon. As we continue to learn, the way we use language changes. Historically, the words “female” and “woman” or “women” were
Reality TV distorts people’s perception of true reality
WEBFeb 21, 2023 · Reality shows are TV programs that follow the lives of real people and is meant to be a source of entertainment. However, these shows represent how reality can be distorted through editing and deceiving impacting viewers’ perceptions of reality. Reality shows can have positive effects on confidence and mental health, but they can also harm ...
Book Review: Trevor Noah balances humor with harsh realties in …
WEBDec 6, 2023 · "Born a Crime" is a captivating memoir written by Trevor Noah, the former host of "The Daily Show." The book provides a unique and compelling perspective on growing up in post-apartheid South Africa. Noah's storytelling is both humorous and poignant, allowing readers to explore the complexities of his childhood in …
History of Topeka: Beyond the Textbooks - Washburn Review
WEBApr 10, 2024 · Thanks to digitized newspaper archives and the TSCPL, there is a story hidden in history that explains how Topeka received its nickname the “Golden City.”. Topeka got its name from the indigenous word, pronounced “doe-peka,” that means “a good place for potatoes.”. “This guy named Thomas Say said that the Indian name for [the ...
Freedom of the press’s importance to a democracy
WEBFeb 23, 2022 · The media is often seen as the “fourth branch” of government. Freedom of the Press Day is used to recognize the importance of press to keep our democracy. Freedom of the press is one of five ways that the founding fathers believed to be the most. important. Freedom of the press was put on such a pedestal because Americans wanted to …
Washburn students make transition to Outlook
WEBOver the Winter break the e-mail system used by students and faculty at Washburn University was switched over to Office 365 in the Outlook Web Application. The decision was made in November by a Washburn committee.According to Erik Crouch, Technology Support Technician II, Information Technology Services, the company that developed the former e-mail system no
Classes begin and construction continues for Plass Learning …
WEBAug 22, 2024 · The Washburn University Library and Student Success building is being moved to the Plass Learning Resources Center from the Mabee Library. Plass has had multiple changes of its purpose recently. The new library in Plass was marketed as being complete by Aug. 5, 2024. However, the fall semester has started and the library still
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Art as conversation: What it can say - The Washburn Review
WEBJan 20, 2019 · Scott wanted his art to instigate a conversation, and a productive conversation today is one which is nuanced and comprehensive. Presenting an issue to satisfaction means presenting all the sides of it, warts and all, even if it doesn’t favor one’s argument. Art is a nebulous concept. People argue about every aspect of it: what it …
‘Little Women’ challenges gender norms in a post-war era
WEBMar 28, 2023 · The 1868 novel, written by Louisa May Alcott, is accompanied with a 2019 film adaptation starring Saoirse Ronan. The 2019 film adaptation of “Little Women” won my heart, and I grew even more in love with it after reading the book. Louisa May Alcott beautifully depicted the lives of the March sisters from childhood to womanhood in the 19th ...