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“I am always grateful to be invited to colleges and universities as well as having the opportunity to discuss topics that remove shame and help folks feel seen,” Stewart said.

“Sex, love and above” virtual workshop hosted by UAC and Ebony Stewart

Story by Emma Steiler, Staff Writer
April 28, 2021
“Diversity creates opportunity,” Ducksworth-Lawton said in a video on the awards’ website. “It fosters creativity. It encourages empathy and understanding and bridges differences to allow collaboration and a sense of community.”

Diversity Awards recognize local leaders, nominations open

Story by Thomas DeLapp, Currents Editor
April 16, 2021
UWEC Student Advocates for Sexual Assault Survivors vocalize the silenced topics of sexual violence within a campus community.

‘Being vocal about a topic that is silenced too often.’

Story by Sami Geiger, Freelance Writer
March 11, 2021
A seat at the table

A seat at the table

Story by Rosa Gómez, Freelance Writer
February 11, 2021
A seat at the table

A seat at the table

Story by Rosa Gómez, Freelance Writer
February 4, 2021
The term “fake activism” sparked in June and is often associated with clicktivism. This is the act of supporting a political or social cause by posting online petitions or resources on social media and is sometimes characterized by involving little effort.

When you protest for content instead of the cause

Story by Allison Hinrichs, Copy Editor
November 24, 2020
Mao Zedong, the founder of the People’s Republic of China, gave the famous quote of “Women hold up half the sky’ to strive for equality in China,” something that Liang says has not been achieved.

‘Mi Tu’ in China

Story by Timothy Spierings, Freelance Writer
May 6, 2019
Two of the six current members: Morgan Dysert (left) and Camryn Billen (right).

The Catalysts strive to have student voices heard

Story by Taylor Reisdorf , Freelance Writer
March 27, 2018
Jillian Weise is a poet, activist, author and amputee who self-identifies as a cyborg, according to an essay she wrote published in The New York Times.

Disability author and activist presented at ninth annual Schneider Disability Issues Forum

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 31, 2017

Eau Queer Film Festival strives to ‘activate’ audience

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 11, 2017
An Eau Claire community member posted this photo of the signs late Saturday night on Facebook.

Banners displayed on students’ house have insolent, sexist message

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
October 3, 2017
A trainee endures 60 seconds of being repeatedly hit with a pool noodle to test her patience.

The power of protest and pool noodles

Story by Clara Neupert, Currents Editor
September 11, 2017
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