#womens-history

#womens-history

The San Jose Woman's Club, formed in 1894, celebrates its 130th anniversary, highlighting the importance of women's organizations in addressing social issues like suffrage.

The absence of actual images of intrepid women travelers in the 'Extreme Voyages Issue' deeply resonated with me, reflecting a historical reluctance to depict women's adventures.

"Asian American history is oftentimes invisible, given the population and the history. It's pushed to the margins. That's also reflected in the archives."

The Chicago Tribune article from 1900 highlights women's resourcefulness in self-defense, underscoring societal attitudes towards female aggression and the stigma of 'hysteria.'

The Dead Flamingo is pulling out all the stops for its one-year anniversary with a full day of celebrations, including DJs, live magic, and performances.

The cancellation of the Berkshire Conference underscores the profound impact of political pressure on academic institutions, illustrating the current environment's threat to gender and sexuality studies.

Bonus chapter of Women's History Month in honor of the program scrubbing DOD web articles. Meet Bea Arthur, iconic Golden girl actress and one of the first women to join the Marine Corps Women's Reserve. Her page has been removed.

Empress Dowager Ling, who ruled the Northern Wei from 515 to 528, was a significant figure in history, named for her unique position as a female ruler. Her reign, though short-lived and complicated by a coup d'etat, laid the groundwork for future women in power.