What misconceptions do men have about feminism? And, more importantly, how has this put them off joining the fight for gender equality?
‘Casual Feminism’ – Is the Bar Set Too Low?
Earlier this month, Andy Murray announced his looming retirement. It was an emotional press conference, as Murray explained he fears that he will not be fit enough to play at the Wimbledon Championships in the […]
Female Body Hair, Is It Accepted?
Arvida Bryström, does the name ring a bell? Arvida is a Swedish model who challenges gender stereotypes and promotes mental health awareness. But this time she is making headlines for another reason. The twenty-six-year-old recently […]
Apocalypstick by Cherry Glazerr
Cherry Glazerr’s second album warbles somewhere between lazy-guitar synth pop and the spikey post-punk of The Slits, marrying both in a hazy, adolescent mess. The band have definitely matured since their debut Haxel Princess, written […]
The Greatest Gift is the Gift of Choice
We live in a society where femininity is seen to be frivolity – where lipstick and jewellery are seen as meaningless decoration rather than artistic expression. However, anyone who has observed the perfect winged liner […]
News | Mezz license revoked following student protest
Mezz nightclub has had its licence suspended for three months, following the backlash over Tequila’s ‘Fresher’s Violation’ video. The decision to close the space until it is sold to new management was taken at a […]
News | FemSoc leads second strike against Tequila
A second protest against the weekly Tequila UK club night will be held on December 9, as The Mezz has its license reviewed by the Council. The protest is being planned by Leeds University Union’s […]