Creative Director: Alexis Watson

1. IS
BIGGER
ALWAYS
BETTER?
Why some
college women
choose breast
reductions
BARE ESSENTIALS
Our editors picked the
one makeup product that
empowers them
UNDERSTANDING
YOUR OPPOSITION
How to engage in healthy
dialogue with people you
disagree with
FREEDOM
THROUGH
FEMINISM
One student
explains why we
need to fight for
equality

2. SPRING 2017
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
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O
n election night, I sat in the sunroom of my sorority house with a group
of girls and watched the results roll in state by state. As each broadcaster
started to deliver the news that Hillary Clinton probably wouldn’t win,
I was in awe. We watched as the first female candidate for a major party lost to
a misogynistic man with zero political experience who only pretended to care
about our gender. You could feel the devastation in the room. Some of us even
cried. I could practically feel yet another glass ceiling being constructed over my
head, and I went home that night feeling like the progress we had made as women
under the Obama administration would soon be gone.
The next day, I sat in one of my art history classes and watched Hillary’s
concession speech on Facebook Live (because, priorities) and sobbed. Like, I had
to leave class because I was crying so hard because I felt like my gender had lost
the battle. As she said the now famous words, “And to all the little girl whose are
watching this, never doubt that you are valuable and powerful and deserving
of every chance and opportunity in the world to pursue and achieve your own
dreams,” I remembered how important it was to not go silent about the things
that matter. Even in her darkest moment, Clinton was still looking forward, and
it made me realize that I have to, too.
The next four years will be a time of incredible change for the status of women
in this country, and as editors we couldn’t ignore that. That’s why we created The
Survival Issue. In these pages we hope to help you prepare yourself for everything
to come, from how to have conversations with people of the opposing viewpoint
(page 16) to why you should use your body hair as a political statement (page 14).
Check out our summer feminist guide (page 25) with book recommendations,
protest spots, and ways to assert equality fashionably.
Since the election, there have definitely been bad times, but there have been
equally as many reminders of how powerful our voices can be if we use them
together. It’s not over, ladies (and gentlemen and everyone else who doesn’t identify
with either of these genders). This is just the beginning. Let’s fight together.
Emma Baty
Editor-in-Chief
equaltimemag@gmail.com

3. HEALTH
3. No gym, no problem
Easy ways to squeeze in calorie burners
4. Tracking the truth on fitbits
You can be more fit without it
5. Eat this, fight that
The inside scoop on inflammatory foods
6. You (don’t) snooze you lose
Work hard, sleep harder
8. Clean Eating
Fresh foods for a cleaner face
Beauty
11. Summer Skin
Freshen up your face with these fruity masks
14. No shave, no shame
Stripping the stigma surrounding female body hair
Lifestyle
18. Summer Lovin’
Happened so fast...
FEATURES
19. The future is female
Your feminist summer syllabus
21. Volunteer to Victory
How to support your favorite feminist organizations
22. United States of women
Take a trip to these protest pit stops
24. Read like a rebel
Equalize your reading list
25. Dress like a #GirlBoss
Women who work it
30. She’s a survivor
How past trauma shapes one woman’s future
FASHION
31. Back to black
when they go light, we go dark
32. Throwing shade
Up your eye game with these trendy sunglasses
35. Accentuating your activism
Make a statement with graphic and bright shades
12ONE AND DONE
Our editors picked the one makeup product
that empowers them
16Conversation nation
How to engage in healthy dialogue with
people you disagree with
20EMBRACING THE F WORD
One student explains why we need to fight
for equality
26DOWNSIZE(D)
Why some college women choose
breast reductions
IN EVERY ISSUE
2. Like This, Try That
15. Confessions
44. Drink up
45. Overheard at SU
SPRING 2017
CONTENTS
Welcome to The Survival Issue.
Under the current presidential administration, women’s rights are at risk more than ever.
Let this be your guide for whatever challenges we may face.

4. Grilled Chicken // Grilled Tofu
INGREDIENTS
FOR THE MARINADE
1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin (sweet Japanese rice wine)
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon minced or grated fresh ginger
FOR THE TOFU
1 pound firm tofu
1 tablespoon canola oil or peanut oil
Additional soy sauce or marinade for topping
PREPARATION
Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a
2-quart bowl. Whisk together well.
Drain the tofu and pat dry with paper towels. Slice
into 1/2-inch thick slabs, and blot each slab with
paper towels. Add to the bowl with the marinade,
and gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for
15 minutes to an hour, or for up to a day.
To pan-fry the tofu, heat the oil over medium-high
heat in a large, heavy nonstick skillet. When the oil
is hot, add the tofu in one layer (you may have to
do this in batches). Cook on one side for one to two
minutes, until lightly colored. Using tongs, turn the
tofu over and cook for another one to two minutes,
or until lightly colored on the other side. Remove
from the pan, and serve with additional marinade
or soy sauce. To grill the tofu, prepare a medium-
hot grill. Brush the grill with oil, and grill until grill
marks appear, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side. Remove
from the heat, and serve with additional marinade
or soy sauce.
Recipe courtesy of The New York Times
Pasta Salad // Lemony Couscous Salad
INGREDIENTS
1½ to 2 cups Israeli couscous
2 medium cucumbers
¼ bunch parsley
1 medium lemon
2 Tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp salt
freshly cracked pepper to taste
3 oz. crumbled feta cheese
INSTRUCTIONS
Bring a medium pot of water to a rolling boil.
Add the couscous and continue to let it boil for
5-7 minutes, or until the couscous is tender. Drain
the couscous in a colander or wire mesh sieve (if
the holes in the colander are too big). Rinse briefly
with cool water to cool off the couscous, then allow
to drain while you prepare the rest of the salad.
Cut the cucumber into quarter rounds and place
them in a large bowl. Take a big handful (or about
¼ bunch) of parsley and pull the leaves from the
stems. Roughly chop the parsley and then add it
to the bowl with the cucumber. Use a fine holed
cheese grater or a zester to remove the thin layer
of yellow zest from the lemon and add it the bowl
with the other ingredients.
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into
a small bowl (you should get 2-3 tablespoons of
juice). Add the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and
some freshly cracked pepper. Stir to combine and
then pour the dressing over the cucumber, parsley,
and lemon zest. Stir to combine.
Add the cooled and drained couscous and
crumbled feta to the bowl. Gently stir to combine
all of the ingredients. Taste and adjust the salt and
pepper as needed. Serve immediately or chill until
ready to eat.
Recipe courtesy of Budget Bytes
Corn on the Cob // Grilled Avocado
INGREDIENTS
3 ripe avocados
olive oil
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat up your BBQ or grill-pan to medium-high
heat and spray with non-stick spray.
Cut avocados in half and remove pits.
Brush inside half of each avocado lightly with
olive oil. Place face down on BBQ or grill-pan for
about 5 minutes (BBQ temps vary). Press down
occasionally to ensure grill marks are created and
heat penetrates.
Using tongs remove from grill and set aside until
ready to eat.
Recipe courtesy of The Healthy Maven
Eating healthy doesn’t mean having to abandon your family’s summer party.
Try these simple swaps to enjoy your cookout without regretting it later.
likethis,trythat
barbecue food
Surviving family barbecues2

5. After a long day of classes, the gym is the last place
I want to go. The thought of putting on my running
shoes and slipping on the icy ground from my dorm
to the gym, trying so desperately not to fall, is enough
for me to want to crawl into bed.
Luckily, there’s hope even for the laziest of us.
When you’re lacking the time or motivation, squeezing
easy exercises into your schedule can help you trick
yourself into burning some extra calories. Los Angeles
personal trainer Millie Junio believes that the key is
“Keeping it simple. You don’t need to do strenuous
exercises like what they do in crossfit classes or run
marathons to get benefits from exercise.” Some of her
recommendations include standing while talking on
the phone or while working at the desk. The less sitting,
the better. Parking your car farther away in order to
make you walk more is another easy way to get some
more steps in. “Making small changes in your life can
have huge benefits in the long run,” Junio says.
Even if you’re a student athlete and have to workout
regularly, it’s still important to keep active every day,
especially during chaotic weeks like mid-terms and
finals. Katherine Berry is a member of Orange
Experience, Syracuse University’s club synchronized
skating team, and has been skating for 15 years. When
she is not at the rink she likes to do crunches, squats,
Russian twists, planks, leg scissors, and sit ups in her
dorm room. “You have only a certain amount of time
on the ice, so you need to be active on and off the ice
in order to keep up and perform,” Berry says.
During stressful times, sneaking some exercise into
your schedule can be energizing and mood-boosting.
Psychologist Jennifer Pemberton, Ph.D. says that
according to research, the benefits of exercise are even
more powerful than you’d expect. “Physical activity
is effective in reducing symptoms of mild depression,
stress and anxiety and stimulates the brain to grow
new cells,” she says. Light to moderate exercise also
decreases the release of stress-related hormones,
according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
And we could all benefit from less stress in our lives.
For Shereen Zakzok, using Netflix is an easy way to
get herself to stay on the treadmill and distract herself.
“It helps keep me motivated to go to the gym. Watching
my favorite show prolongs my treadmill time and helps
me not skip my workout to watch TV,” she says.
Just sneaking in 5-10 minutes each day of light exercise
that gets your heart-rate up can do wonders for your
mental and physical health. Here are some more
quick ideas you can use to squeeze in some exercise
every day:
1.
Live on the 4th floor of your building? Try
taking the stairs instead of the elevator.
2.
Sitting on the couch watching a movie? Try
doing some couch dips or bicycle crunches—
you can do them in your pajamas without
even getting off the couch.
3.
Did a new season of your favorite Netflix
show just come out? Watch an episode a day
on the treadmill.
4.
Waiting on the Starbucks line forever? Sneak
in calve raises while you wait in line.
5.
Bored with your shower routine? Do 15 squats
while scrubbing in your shampoo; that’s 105
squats a week.
6.
Are you sprawled out on your bedroom floor
after a long day and not getting up anytime
soon? Try the Wide-Split Crunch, an ab-
sculpting exercise used in celeb coveted Tracy
Anderson studios. The best part of this move
is it doesn’t require you to get off the floor.
Lie on your back with your legs extended and
feet separated shoulder width apart. Place
your hands behind your head, then lift your
shoulder blades off the floor to curl into a
crunch, keeping your lower back on the floor.
Reverse the movement to return to start. That’s
one rep; do 30.
DON’T SWEAT IT By Kelly Loeb
Do the bare minimum with
these easy-to-do exercises.
Surviving the gym slump 3

6. So, you’re thinking about
dropping the $150 on a Fitbit.
You want to keep better tabs
on your health and fitness, and
that’s great. Before you buy
one, here are some suggestions
from people who already tried
joining the Fitbit craze.
The first word of advice is
that for the Fitbit to work (and
be worth the price tag), it needs
to stay on your wrist.
Syracuse University freshman
Christian Cabatu bought a
Fitbit when his doctor told him it
would help him practice healthy
habits. But tracking his steps was
short-lived. “I stopped wearing
it because it died and I didn’t
want to charge it,” Cabatu says.
“For the past four weeks or so it’s
been dead.”
And when his Fitbit battery
died, so did his motivation to go
to the gym. Know that if you’re
relying on the Fitbit to motivate
you to work out, you must
summon up a small amount
of motivation to recharge it a
couple times a week.
An environmental engineering
major at SU, Alyssa Burnell,
stayed motivated with hers for
the first couple months, but her
excitement faded quickly. “I got
lazy and busy so I stopped,”
Burnell says. The Fitbit amped
up both students’ motivation
at first, but after a couple
months they aren’t exercising as
frequently as they were again.
At its core, what the Fitbit
does is count your steps and
potentially your calories,
especially if you choose to
sync your calorie intake too.
According to Nutritionist
Chaya Lee Charles, balancing
how many calories you’re
burning and consuming
throughout the day is the key to
maintaining or losing weight.
So, if you can get in the habit
of using your Fitbit regularly it
definitely has the potential to
help with weight loss.
Charles teaches nutrition
classes at SU and thinks that for
college students, Fitbits may be
a way to balance the less healthy
behaviors college students learn
at school.
“Most college students have
a completely different way of
eating here than they had eating
at home,” Charles says. “For
the most part, the freshmen 15
is due to a change in diet. If
they could balance diet with at
least an effort to be more active,
it could help combat that.”
If you’re worried about
maintaining your ideal weight
at school, a Fitbit could be a
good balancing tool. From her
experience dealing with people
recording their activity and
diet, she thinks having any sort
of diary tool helps make people
more mindful.
“The simple act of knowing
they have to keep track always
changes the way people act,”
Charles says of her clients.
Although for many college
students, it seems that actually
maintaining progress with
their health and fitness calls
for a stronger motivation than
that quick buzz after reaching
10,000 steps.
For Jessica Goggins, a
student at Nova Southeastern
University, her Fitbit motivated
her for the wrong reasons.
Before long she became
obsessed with the competition
function of the Fitbit that
compared her steps next to
her friends’ steps. She was
constantly trying to get ahead
of them on the leaderboard,
and even found herself
jumping up and down in the
middle of class.
“My one friend would walk
around her kitchen at three in
the morning when everyone
was else was sleeping to try to
one-up us,” Goggins says. “It
controlled our lives.”
The fitness tracker has good
intentions of getting you in
shape, but won’t cure the typical
college student of their real
problem: laziness. So will Fitbit
help make you fit? Maybe a little
bit,butonlyif you’reabletokeep
up the motivation to consistently
track your eating and activity
too. When it comes down to
it, motivating your butt to the
gym comes from yourself, not a
watch. And if you do choose to
try it, remember--it won’t work
if you lose the charger.
f i t b i t- for just a -
Your fitness tracker won’t do all the work for you. These students tried
the trend and found that your motivation can’t come from a watch.
By Sarah Basile
Surviving fitness fads4

7. As our bodies’ natural response,
inflammation protects you from outside
threats like bacteria or viruses. But when
it’s out of control, it can stress your body,
leading to swelling, bloating, and digestive
issues. Luckily, reducing inflammation
with foods is poised to become a major
health trend this year, with inflammation-
fighting ingredients, like ginger and
turmeric, trending on Pinterest and filling
up grocery aisles.
Take Nicole Quigley, a freshman
business administration major at SUNY
Albany, whose high school track career
came to a halt because of a knee injury.
To relieve the pain from her injury and
minimize inflammation, Quigley’s doctor
recommended her to eat more healthy fats,
like salmon and nuts.
“Incorporating a healthy diet into your
life is number one,” says Heather Polcaro,
a registered outpatient dietitian at SUNY
Upstate Medical center. “The body relies
on food as fuel and this fuel should come
from the best possible sources.”
There are some foods, however, that
can increase inflammation and trigger
acne. Some studies in Paraguay showed
that when people ate less refined sugar, or
white flour and carbs, there was little to
no acne among teens, says dermatologist
Philip B. Blank Jr. “Dairy can worsen acne
symptoms, but it is very individualized
and may change from person to person,”
Blank Jr. says. Too much sugar can also
make things worse. “When you’re in
a state of inflammation, eating excess
amounts of sugar can be like throwing
lighter fluid on your cells, making them
hurt more,” Polcaro says.
Polcaro recommends eating foods that are
rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon, to
help combat those effects. “The body needs
primarilywhole,unprocessed,foodsthatgive
plenty of vitamins and minerals that supply
the body with the necessary tools it needs to
help reduce inflammation,” Polcaro says.
A study from the Journal of the American
College of Cardiology found that among
727 women, those who ate more omega-
3’s demonstrated lower concentrations of
markers of inflammation.
Lisa Thomas, a registered dietician at
Syracuse University, also recommends
eating leafy greens, like kale, spinach, and
broccoli, which are full of vitamin E to
protect the body from pro-inflammatory
molecules. Anthocyanins, the chemical
found in berries, can also lead to a decrease
in inflammation. Thomas suggests opting
for complex carbs because the whole
grain is closer to original form. Nuts, like
almonds and walnuts, are high in fiber,
vitamin E, and omega-3s, and can help
repair damage caused by inflammation.
What’s more, spices like cinnamon helps
control blood sugar, while turmeric
contains curcumin, an antioxidant with
anti-inflammatory properties. Ultimately,
these foods help ward off illnesses
including cancer and heart disease.
Don’t fret—fighting inflammation
doesn’t mean you have to suppress your
sweet tooth. For you chocoholics, a
Louisiana State University study shows
that our body ferments dark chocolate into
anti-inflammatory compounds, which are
beneficial to heart health.
Adding probiotics to your diet can
be beneficial as well. Foods high in
probiotics, like yogurt, tempeh, and
miso soup, help replenish your gut with
beneficial microbes that assist in fighting
inflammation. Prebiotics foods, or fiber
rich-foods like garlic, onions, and apples,
also has benefits and helps maintain a
healthy digestive system.
“The bottom line is a healthy diet,”
says Polcaro. “A diet rich in foods that are
found naturally, not artificially.”
When inflammation attacks, eat snacks: combat
unwanted joint pains with this healthy snack trend.
by EMILY ABATECOLA
4foods to curb your
inflammation:
Salmon
Along with mackerel and tuna,
oily fish like salmon are rich in
omega-3 fatty acids and protein.
The omega-3’s are especially
helpful in reducing inflammation
and improving digestive
processes. For a delicious meal,
top off grilled salmon with some
citrus salsa.
Edamame
Soy-based foods, like edamame,
arehighinproteinandisoflavones,
estrogen-like compounds that
contain antioxidant properties.
Throw in avocado, fresh chives,
and spinach in a blender, then
add the dressing into a bowl of
edamame for a healthy, super-
green salad.
Nuts
Nuts, almonds and walnuts in
particular, are full of omega-3’s
and antioxidants, which helps
your body repair damage from
inflammation and lower the risk
of diabetes. Get the benefits
of both nuts and fatty fish by
crushing pistachios and drizzling
the mixture on tilapias, then
bake.
Dark Leafy Greens
Leafygreensarerichinflavonoids,
plant-based antioxidants, which
restores cellular health to help
stop inflammation. If salads
aren’t your strongest suit, blend
in spinach, bananas, and kiwi for
an energizing smoothie.
fightfirewithfood
Surviving stress-inducing foods 5

8. “Work hard, play hard.” It’s the
the common college-life philosophy,
but a lot of students struggle to
balance the two. The missing link?
Not getting enough zzz’s. Over the
years, studies consistently show that
college students tend to be sleep
deprived. In 2010, the American
College Health Association surveyed
95,712 students about their sleep,
and more than half the students
said they felt ‘sleepy or dragged out’
majority of the time.
Let’s be real––being part of
#teamnosleep isn’t cool anymore.
Studies show that going to class after
an all-nighter is the equivalent of
going to class drunk. A sleep study
from the School of Psychology at
the University of New South Wales
found that after 17 to 19 hours
without sleep, subjects’ performances
on some tests were equivalent or
worse than a BAC of 0.05 percent.
That means your decision-making
is impaired to the level where you
would be legally incapable of driving.
If you don’t like the idea of your
hungover-self haunting your sober
school-week self, make sure you’re
getting enough good quality sleep.
The tipsy, sleep-deprived version of
yourself definitely won’t help you in
the classroom.
Unfortunately, there are plenty of
bad habits ingrained in college life,
which set the stage for late nights,
heightened anxiety, and stress—all
leading up to inadequate sleep. Equal
Time talked to head mental health
promotion specialist at Syracuse
University, Kristelle Aisaka, who sees
tons of sleep deprived students, to get
some of the best tips. With some of
these simple tricks and fixes, you can
train yourself to knock these bad habits
and establish healthier sleep patterns.
Please, silence your cellphones
The constant attending to beeping or
vibrating notifications of our phones
keeps us on edge before bedtime.
“Thinking you need to respond to
something can heighten anxiety,
making it harder for us to sleep too,”
Aisaka says.
The fix:
Use notification silencing functions
like “Do Not Disturb” or a similar
notification silencing app. Find
an outlet on the other side of your
bedroom to charge your phone.
No blue light 30+ minutes
before bed
Smartphones and laptop screens
emit blue light that decreases the
sleep-regulating hormone melatonin
in our brain, which throws our
body’s biological clock–the circadian
rhythm–out of control, according
to studies conducted by Harvard
Medical School.
The fix:
Use blue light filtering apps like
“Night Shift” on iPhone or the
“F.lux” app for your computer, which
lower screen brightness and decrease
the amount of blue light to warmer
light, recommends the SU Office of
Health Promotion.
Work near a window or take a walk
If you’re in class, an office, or the
library all day, your body probably
isn’t getting enough exposure to
natural light. Ph.D. sleep expert
Daniel Jin Blum says that “it makes
it more difficult for your body to
recognize the difference between day
and night, and this can mess with your
body’s ability to produce melatonin.”
The fix:
Blum recommends taking walks
during the day, especially between 2
to 4 p.m. Working near a window
can help your body absorb more
natural light.
Use your bed only for sleep and sex
Make your bed a stress-free
sleep haven that your mind only
associates with sleep. Studying in
bed weakens “the mental association
between your bedroom and sleep,”
according to Harvard’s Division of
Sleep Medicine. This way when you
hit the pillow you won’t be thinking
about that sandwich you ate or your
science class.
The fix:
Keep food, schoolwork, your phone,
and laptop out of the bed.
Don’t go crazy with caffeine
We college students are experts
at masking sleep deprivation with
energy drinks and coffee, but
coffee isn’t a long-term solution for
sleepiness. Aisaka explains that even
though caffeine might make you feel
more awake, your body, mind, and
mood will still experience the stress
that sleep deprivation wreaks on
your body. Coffee also alters your
internal body clock, so it’ll take your
body longer to feel ready for bed.
The fix:
Don’t drink coffee six hours
before bedtime.
No need to sleep on it—these tips are a sure fire way to
kick those before bedtime blunders. by SASHA LEVIN
HabitBreak
Surviving sleepless nights6

9. Limit Alcohol
Drinking might make you feel drowsy, but alcohol
is actually a classic sleep ruiner. Alcohol blocks
REM sleep, the deepest and most restorative
part of your sleep cycle. Reduced sleep quality
and will leave you groggy and unfocused in
the morning, according to the National Sleep
Foundation.
The fix:
Become a monk and never drink again. Just
kidding, but for less sluggishness on Monday, go
outThursdayorFridayinsteadof Saturday.Itwill
give your sleep cycle more time to self-regulate
before the week starts again. Drink earlier in the
night and avoid chasing with caffeinated drinks
to ensure your sleep won’t take as hard of a hit.
Unwind with a relaxing routine
Whether it’s espresso shots or vodka shots, your
body is probably used to going from 0 to 100 real
quick. Instead, practice going from 100 to 0 by
finding something that relaxes you and doing it
routinely before bed.
The fix:
If writing your thoughts brings you peace, leave
a journal by your bed and write things you
learned or are grateful for that day. You can also
use music streaming apps like Spotify and listen
to relaxing music as long as you aren’t tempted
to use your phone for social media. If your
anxiety or stress builds up while you’re in bed,
Aisaka recommends trying mindful practices.
Observe yourself experiencing your emotions
and process them instead of avoiding them.
The popular alternative of scrolling through
Instagram or Facebook to make yourself feel
better is mindless and unhealthy. “We know this
doesn’t help,” Aisaka says. “It’s a distraction
that is actually adding to our stress and not
taking away from it.”
Strategize your sleep game to side-step these bad
habits from stealing your sleep and well-being.
Confronting these habits isn’t easy while living
in an overstimulated and overscheduled college
lifestyle, but prioritize your zzz’s and soon you’ll
be on your A-game.
Silk Eye Mask by Slip
(net-a-porter.com, $45)
Badger sleep Balm (Amazon.com, $10)
This balm smells like a walk in the
woods. Rub it on your lips, chest,
temples, or hands to help you fall asleep.
Relax Melodies:
Sleep Sounds
app (free)
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Both Eyes Shut Contoured
Sleep Mask (Sephora, $12)
Calvin Klein Modern Cotton
Gift Set (Bloomingdale’s, $36)
Spice up your sleepwear with
this cute Calvin Klein set.
Lavender pillow spray (Amazon.com,
$25) Spray this lavender essential oil
blend before bed to assist with calming
the busy mind and relaxing the body to
fall asleep.
NutraSlumber (Amazon.com, $19)
This dietary supplement is an all
natural melatonin berry melt with
added magnesium and chamomile
to calm the body.
Slip Pure Pillow Case
(net-a-porter.com, $80)
Sleep on silk like a queen
to prevent bed head and
dull skin in the morning.
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10. A
pplying fancy moisturizers
and creams may be
your initial response to
protecting your skin from sun
exposure, but this often doesn’t get
to the root of the issue. Healthy
skin is more than what you
put on your face — a glowing,
gorgeous complexion starts
from the inside out.
Jolene Hart is a health
coach and the author of Eat
Pretty, a book about how what
you eat can make or break
your beauty routine.
“The food that you put into
your mouth breaks down and
becomes the building blocks your
body needs to perform actions like
rebuilding cells, detoxification,
and other functions that make
ourselves look and feel our best,”
Hart says. “So if you give your
body the best tools in the form of
reallyorganicorfreshwholefoods,
your body will have the optimal
tools to perform its duties.”
Alternatively, if you give your
body processed foods or additives,
your body will lack the nutrition
it needs to operate, which will
affect your skin’s health. That
means you might want to cut
back on hot dogs, cheeseburgers,
or chips at your various future
beach parties this summer.
While it’s hard to avoid your
guilty pleasures, Hart says a
healthy diet is about knowing
that your skin is a reflection
of your food choices. One of
the more obvious, yet biggest
culprits of bad skin is sugar.
Sugar is often the reason behind
blemishes, skin redness, and
skin sensitivity.
“The glycemic index of your
food has a big bearing on blemish
formation, so basically any food
that’s going to spike your blood
sugar is going to start to cause
some hormonal imbalances in
the body, which will make your
skin more prone to blemishes,”
Hart says.
Although foods affect skin
differently, Hart advises everyone
to consume less alcohol, meats
and dairy, which cause hormonal
imbalance in the body, and
caffeine, which can pump up the
stress hormone, cortisol.
Before you completely revamp
your diet, check the calendar and
remind yourself what time of the
year it is. Hart says the nutrition
your body needs depends on the
current season.
“There’s a lot of changes in
your skin and body throughout
the year — your body has natural
shifts, and nature mimics those
shifts,” Hart says.
“Interestingly enough, the
foods that are fresh in different
seasons of the year help to target
the needs of your skin and your
body in that particular season.”
Spendingtoomuchtimeoutdoors
can come with consequences. Hart
suggestsfoodsthathelpprotectskin
from UV damage, like tomatoes or
red peppers. Water-rich fruits and
vegetables, like celery, watermelon,
and cucumbers, naturally hydrate,
counteracting the effects of heat.
Summer cocktails sound
tempting during scorching hot
days, but swapping out those
sugary drinks for lots of water
will prevent your skin from
looking dry.
“When we’re drinking enough
water, it flushes out the toxins
and hydrates every single cell in
the body,” says Kelly Springer, a
registered dietician nutritionist
and founder of Kelly’s Choice, a
nutritional company. “Our skin,
the largest organ in the body,
needs to be properly hydrated.”
While supplements provide the
necessary nutrients, skipping meals
and taking more supplements isn’t
the best idea.
Jane Uzcategui, registered
dietician and nutrition professor
at Syracuse University warns
against relying on vitamin and
mineral supplements.
It’s true, you are what you eat. Incorporate these healthy choices into your diet
for clearer skin. by HANA MAEDA
clearedbyconsumption
“
While it’s hard to
avoid your guilty
pleasures, Hart says
ahealthydietisabout
knowing that your
skin is a reflection
of your food choices.
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11. “They provide you with
specific nutrients, but without
those interactions in food that
make vitamins and minerals
work to their best capacity,”
Uzcategui says.
As a general tip, Hart
and Springer recommend
incorporating colorful vegetables
and fruits in your meals. The
colors of food are made of
different phytochemicals, or
compounds produced by plants,
which carry a variety of benefits
for skin, including skin protection,
reducing allergic reactions, and
stronger skin elasticity. Summer
is peak season for colorful foods,
namely fruits and vegetables,
which include high levels of
antioxidants that supports the
body’s cells, as opposed to low-
antioxidant foods like french fries
or potatoes.
“Antioxidants help to get rid
of free-radicals, which can cause
aging and damage of cells,”
Springer says. “A diet that’s high
in antioxidants, or colorful fruits
and vegetables, is going to help
protect the skin.”
Tofollowahealthyskindiet,Hart
suggests balancing your meals
with some protein, healthy fats,
and an abundance of in-season
vegetables. Fats like avocado,
coconut, raw nuts, or seeds can
benefit your skin cell membrane,
which locks moisture in the skin.
Lemons are good sources for
cleansing skin, while vegetables
like spinach and arugula provide
minerals and vitamins.
A
healthy diet gives
you cleaner skin and
improves your overall
well-being. As the seasons start
to change, prep your skin for hot
temperatures by incorporating
these delicious, healthy
alternatives into your meals.
Tuna stuffed bell peppers
(full recipe: eatingbirdfood.com)
Pack a light lunch for work or a
picnic with this quick and easy snack.
Tuna is a great source of selenium,
an antioxidant that protects skin
from UV damage, while peppers
are loaded with vitamin C, which
helps produce collagen and keeps
the skin firm.
Berryquinoabreakfastbowl
(full recipe: likeabunny.com)
Switch up your usual milk and
cereal with a bowl of quinoa a
protein-packed breakfast. Add in
summer fruits like antioxidant-rich
strawberries and blueberries, and
almonds, which is high in vitamin E
to protect skin from the sun’s rays.
Slow-roasted salmon
(full recipe: damndelicious.net)
For a nice summer treat, soak
salmon with soy sauce for a wide
range of flavors. Salmon is rich in
omega-3 fatty acids, which can help
reduce skin redness. You can even
incorporate carrots or edamame
soybeans, which have antioxidants
to repair damaged skin.
skin-approved
summer snacks
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12. beauty
blunderWe’re all looking for beauty products
that make us look and feel our best:
conditioners that make your hair
silky soft, nail polishes that actually
last, and skincare that smooths—
but not all products are good for
your body, or for the environment.
Many of our everyday cosmetics
contain chemicals that are known
carcinogens and are harmful to our
ecosystem. As you upgrade your
beauty and skincare arsenal this
summer, make sure you read the
labels of products you purchase
first to make sure they don’t contain
ingredients that are toxic—to you or
to the environment.
It can be really difficult to avoid
chemicals — even the most natural,
fair-trade, organic, handcrafted-by-
the-skincare-angels products have
chemicals in them. The trick is to
know which ingredients are safe, and
which are hazardous long term.
Regrettable Dye Jobs, Even Worse
Chemicals
We’ve all raided the drugstore for
boxed hair dye and subsequently
stained every towel we own at
home. Turns out that besides being
a regrettable hair choice (ahem,
do not attempt to go three shades
lighter than your already damaged
hair if you don’t know what you’re
doing), boxed dye also contains a
chemical called p-phenylenediamin.
According to Simple Luxe Living,
P-phenylenediamin is derived from
tar, and is typically found in darker
dyes and vampy shades of lipstick.
It’s also deadly to plankton and other
underwater species. If that doesn’t
make your heart bleed, think about
this: plankton are at the very bottom
of the food chain and everything
we top-of-the-food-chain dwellers
eat relies on what comes before us.
So if the very foundation of that
chain is removed, we all suffer. When
hair dye containing this chemical
is washed down the drain, the
p-phenylenediamin goes with it.
Hair Color (and Environment!) Killer
Those of you with colored hair
may want to listen up for this one.
Not only do sulfates fade color
faster (especially if you dabble in
rainbow hues), they also contain a
chemical called dioxane. Dioxane
can be removed from sulfates, but
most companies opt not to do so.
Like p-phenylenediamin, dioxane is
also harmful to oceanic ecosystems.
It kills fish and plankton, and has
harmful effects on insects as well.
Studies show that besides simply
causing external irritation to skin
and eyes, sodium laureth sulfate
(SLS) can also damage your organs
and reproductive system, and has
been linked to cancer. Even if you’re
forking over extra money on high
end hair care, you might still be
vulnerable to sulfates.
Skin-Smoothing Surfactant
Beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) is
often found in skincare, typically
exfoliants, peels, and moisturizers.
BHA is fantastic at smoothing the
surface of the skin; however, it’s also
fantastic at ruining the ecosystem.
While BHA may not actually ruin
the environment, it does alter fish
and shellfish behavior and is linked
to fish deaths.
Beauty Basic, Bad for the
Environment
Beyond Pesticides, a non-profit
organization working towards a
world free of pesticides, warns that
triclosan, contributes to endocrine
disruption and bacterial/antibiotic
resistance. Triclosan is found in
many popular antibacterial products
including cleansers, shaving creams,
toothpaste, and hand soap.
Toxic Suds
According to Cosmetics Info,
diethanolamine (DEA) is used to
create bubbles in foaming products
and balance pH in products.
Although DEA itself is used sparingly
in products and is considered safe
for cosmetic use, it is fatal for many
forms of aquatic life.
If you’re wondering how to avoid
these ingredients without pouring
over the label of every product
lining drugstore aisles and Sephora
shelves, your best bet is to choose
products with short ingredient lists
with names you can identify and
pronounce. If you’re worried about
a product containing one of the
aforementioned ingredients, there
are plenty of cosmetic databases
you can check out online, like
cosmeticsinfo.org and ewg.org.
Think twice the next time you reach
for your favorite product. It may be
more harmful to the environment (or
yourself) than you think.
by ARIEL WODARCYK
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13. Clean skin is a trend that never goes out of
style, but shelling out tons of money for face
masks to keep your complexion looking clear
gets old fast. If you’re sick of prioritizing part
of your paycheck to wash your face, maybe
it’s time to turn to Mother Nature for some
fresh (and cheap) alternatives. With summer
approaching, getting clear and fresh skin is
easy with the help of your local grocery store’s
produce department. Try these face masks
starring summer fruits to keep your face and
your wallet happy:
Watermelon Mask for oily skin
¼ small seedless watermelon
½ ripe banana
3 drops tea tree essential oil
Start off by taking out any seeds from your
quarter of a watermelon, and put the fruit into
a small bowl. Use a fork to mash half of a ripe
banana together with the watermelon. Then
add in the drops of tea tree essential oil and
remix. Apply the mixture to your face with
clean hands and let it sit for 15 minutes. Rinse
your face with cool water and pat dry with a
soft towel.
Source: beautymunsta.com
Apricot Mask for sun~weary skin
½ apricot, mashed or blended
1 teaspoon honey
¼ teaspoon apricot kernel oil (optional)
Mix the honey with the mashed apricot. Once
fully blended, add in the apricot kernel oil.
Apply the mask to clean, damp skin. Leave on
for 10-15 minutes, before rinsing with lukewarm
water. Finish off by applying a moisturizer.
Source: thebeautybean.com
Strawberry Mask for clarifying pores
8-9 fresh strawberries
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon oil (extra virgin olive, jojoba,
grapeseed or sweet almond)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (this is for oily skin; for
dry skin use 8 drops)
Mash the strawberries in a bowl with a fork until
they’re smooth. Stir in the rest of the ingredients
until well-blended. With clean hands, apply
the mask to your face. Let the mask sit for five
minutes. Rinse with warm water and apply a
moisturizer or toner.
Source: beautylish.com
Do more with your favorite summer fruits
and treat your skin with a much needed facial.
by COURTENEY LAROCCA
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15. Zoe Farrell
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16. LET IT
GROW
As girls grow, they are told not to stop their hair
from doing the same. Rather than letting their body
be, women are encouraged to shave, wax, and pluck to
make their skin soft and smooth — but some are tossing
their razors in defiance.
Fiona Spiegler, a music freshman at Goucher College,
says Trump’s offensive comments only encouraged her
to stand more strongly behind her decision to stop
shaving.
“His administration seems to not care at all about
women,” Spiegler says. “By simply not shaving, I’m
telling them they cannot tell me or any other person
how to live their lives.”
More and more women are refusing to shave and
are choosing instead keeping their body hair. The “No
Shave Movement” encourages women to empower each
other by demanding equality and participating in body
hair challenges. The movement launched in February
2017 with ‘Get Hairy February,’ and women from all
over the world showed off their unshaven underarms
and fuzzy legs to make a statement: we have hair and
we won’t be ashamed.
Spiegler’s journey to embrace her hair started when
she realized why women were scared to stop shaving.
“I think women’s body hair is accepted in certain
social circles, but everyone in western society? No,”
Spiegler says. “Capitalism makes too much money off
of shaming women’s body hair for it to be politically
accepted into western society any time soon.”
A study by the American Laser Center revealed that
American women will spend approximately $10,000
on shaving products in their lifetime. Spiegler says that,
from the time she was fourteen up until she stopped
shaving, she had spent at least $800 on shaving products.
Body hair is normal and should not be shamed or
stigmatized. This year let’s make body hair happen.
With women’s bodies under attack, some girls are embracing
and politicizing their body hair. by LARRY STANSBURY
Surviving without a razor14

17. Confessions“I was having sex with
my boyfriend one night
and apparently my IUD
got dislodged. It ended
up stabbing his dick
and he started bleeding
all over the bed and
projectile vomiting
everywhere. I spent the
next five minutes trying
to decide if calling 911
would be worth the
‘Sex Sent Me To The ER’
episode they’d make
about our sex life.”
“On our way back
from an open bar
that we took way too
seriously, my friend
threw up on my jeans
in the cab. My proudest
accomplishment was
holding my own vomit
in my mouth and
spitting in the bushes
after we got dropped
off, like a lady.”
“One time I was in the
midst of having sex with
a new man friend and
everything was great until
I turned and saw a Make
America Great Again hat
on his dresser. I stopped
mid-thrust and go “Wait,
am I fucking a Trump
supporter?” He looked at
me, obviously confused,
and was like “What?” I
was so irritated that I had
accidentally hooked up with
a Trump supporter that I
literally got up and left.”
“Once a guy high-fived
me after having sex.
Then he went to get me
something to drink, and
brought back water in a
Tupperware container.”
“I stole so much free
shit from my internship
they basically paid me.”
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18. With Trump as the proverbial elephant in the room,
politics is an unspoken player in every conversation.
Even friendly coffee dates or polite hallway chats run
the risk of turning into heated confrontations. It may
be difficult to withhold emotional reactions and bitter
words, but perhaps the most important thing we can do
right now is learning to listen.
Brad Montague aims to teach the world how to
do just that. Montague started “Kid President” with
his brother-in-law, Robby Novak, in 2012. Now he
and his wife make videos under the title ‘Montague
Workshop,’ but with the same premise: sharing “timely,
but most of all timeless” truths, encouraging people
to spread kindness and unity in times of division and
fear. Montague says that in an age when opinions are
prevalent, action is that much more powerful.
“Sometimes the best way to make a statement is to
live a statement,” Montague says. “We wanted to make
a video about differences and so we had [Robby] spend
a day with a young girl who was Muslim. It is one of my
favorite things we’ve made, because I got to witness their
friendship. He got to learn about why she dresses the
way she does and where she comes from, and he got to
share a little about his faith with her. They just had a real,
unscripted conversation. I think that image presents to
the world a glimpse of how things could be.”
In this heated political climate, conversations between
those of diverging views are rare. Politics have always
been and will always be personal and polarizing. It can be
difficult to have a discussion without feeling frustrated,
rejected, confused, or just plain ticked off. The emotions
attached to these dialogues are an even greater indicator
that we need to work harder to understand one another,
rather than simply making assumptions.
“I’ve continued posting the same things I’ve posted
online for years: messages about compassion and
creativity,” Montague says. “There was a time when
those were received warmly. Now those are considered
political statements. Much of that has to do with how
raw everyone is feeling.”
Living in the land of Internet criticism, Montague knows
a thing or two about how to interact with abrasive people.
What he’s learned: even humans saying nasty words behind
a screen are still just that – humans. If we claim a posture
of love, we cannot afford to distribute that love exclusively.
Perhapsthosewhowehavedeemedashatefulandcalloused
are the ones who need kindness the most.
Instead of allowing feelings of hostility to rise,
find the root of the issue. When confronted with an
insensitive comment, take a breath. Maybe the reason
that person feels the way they do is because they are
in need of attention and care. Coming at others with
indignation will only drill a deeper rift within our
friendships, the country, and the world.
“My dad always said ‘hurt animals bite.’ Sometimes
that bite that people have, that saltiness that they have
online, comes from some sort of hurt,” says Montague.
“Early on, I would be like ‘you don’t know me, why
would you say something so mean?’ and then I realized
‘wait, I don’t know them.’ “
When faced with a person who is insensitive or
careless with their words, remember that their reaction
may be coming from a place of hurt in their own lives
that deserves attention and care, not more condemnation.
We all can recall times when we were not our best, most
caring selves. Giving others that same grace does more to
shape the world than scoffing at others’ slip-ups. The best
way we can change people’s minds is by showing them the
transformative power rooted in a posture of radical love.
We are all little works in progress, myself included,”
Montague says. “That troll who sends me something
online and says what you’re doing is idiotic, they are
simply just a person who wants to be loved.”
“If we were to realize just how much we’re all
passengers on spaceship earth together it could really do
some good,” Montague says. “Allow yourself to get the
proper perspective that maybe just maybe you’re a work
in progress and together all of our works in progress can
make a work of art.”
Although engaging with those who are negative is
draining, Montague says that it is ultimately worth it. He
uses the analogy of the Dead Sea and the Sea of Galilee.
The first, he says, is dead because all it does is hold the
water it has within it, but the second is full of life because
it gives and receives from other bodies of water. It is the
same with people. Montague is the first to admit that
he hasn’t always responded with patience, but he has
learned that responding to the most difficult people in
love has immense power.
“I think the big thing we have to do is be more
childlike and less childish. ‘Childish’ just talks all the
time. ‘Childlike’ talks, but it asks questions and listens
andtakesitin,sothat’swhatIwanttodo,”saysMontague.
“Being gentle is also a way of shaking up the world.”
conversation nationDiscussing politics is difficult enough when you’re on the same page. The founder of Kid
President, a YouTube series about positivity, is here to teach us how to be more welcoming
of different opinions. by ANNIKA HOEIM
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19. The Wild, Wild, Web
How to stay sane when the Internet
is telling your brain to freak out
1. Take an Internet detox - Feeding yourself political opinions
of Facebook, whether they side with your point of you or not, can be
a dangerous gateway to triggered reactions that are not conducive to real,
loving discussions. Keep tabs on your online habits. If you find that you are
consistently enraged by what you find on your feed, maybe it is time to take a step
back, and approach your media consumption in a different way. Read an old school
newspaper, a novel, or a self-help book. Consume information in a way that will keep
you informed without fueling your inner rage.
2. Respond with a little humor - “My grandmother always said to treat everybody like
it’s their birthday,” says Montague. “Again and again we would have somebody online
who would be hurtful and we would respond just celebrating them even citing their
creativity in how they made fun of us, anything. It turned the conversation around
and it made the environment more playful. Our community picked up on it and
we wouldn’t have to police comments because they would do that for us and send
pictures of cats. We called it ‘hand grenades of happiness.’ We have several stories
of people that joined our community online because we pursued them in love
after they said something thoughtless or hurtful.”
3. When in doubt, don’t post – Though the Internet can be a great way
to share information, history has proven that heated social media
arguments aren’t incredibly effective in changing hearts and
minds. Living out what you believe is much more potent.
“You can be a laptop warrior and post your opinions
in all caps, or you can actually go live what you’re
believing,” says Montague. “When you live
what you’re believing it impacts
and resonates at a much
greater level.”
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20. New relationships usually
feel full of promise, but when
your new bae has an expiration
date, it can be difficult to take
the commitment seriously. A
summerflingmaynotseemworth
the investment, but a 3 month
relationship might be beneficial
long-term. Any relationship
can teach you something about
yourself and what you’re looking
for in a partner, and short-term
ones are no exception.
It’s no secret that people engage
in relationships that aren’t built
to last. Laura VanderDrift, an
assistant professor of psychology
at Syracuse University, explains
that we might be enticed by
shorter relationships since
they’re an exciting way to expand
our sense of self. “Interestingly,
when we know a relationship
won’t last forever, we look for
potential partners who have
traits that are unlike our own,”
VanderDrift says.
There’s nothing wrong with a
part-time deal if you know that
neither you or your partner will
be hurt in the end. If anything,
the sultry arrangement will make
for an unforgettable summer and
redefine your expectations in
future relationships.
Dr. Paulette Sherman,
psychologist and author, points to
the seasons when explaining our
interest in short-term connection.
“The summer season is typically
a time to let loose and have
fun, while often fall bodes more
seriousness,” Sherman says. “In
winter, couples often pair off
due to the inclement weather
and increased libido. Summer is
a time of abundance and winter
is seen as a time of scarcity.”
The summertime is great for
adventure and exploring, making
it the perfect season to find a
new partner.
Julia Torres, a sophomore at
Syracuse University, knows what
it’s like to be in a relationship with
an expiration date, and suggests
going for it. “Although I got my
heart broken, I knew it was a
temporary relationship since we
go to different schools,” Torres
says. “The relationship made my
summer so fun because I spent
every day with him, and we had
a lot of fun outdoor experiences. I
have no regrets.”
Short-term relationships are
low-commitment, which might
be why they’re so enticing. A
Gallup poll shows that more
people are remaining single in
their 20s, so there’s no pressure
to find your life partner anytime
soon. However, there’s always
something to take away from each
relationship,nomatterhowcasual
or serious. While the summer
fling isn’t for everyone, it’s a good
way to heat up your summer and
better the relationship you have
with yourself.
The do’s, don’t’s and dirty deets of
scoring a summer bae
by BRIDGET MAHONEY
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21. For most students, finishing finals means putting a pause on learning,
but Equal Time challenges you to do the opposite. We’re here to help
you spend the warm weather months waking up your inner activist and
focusing on the issues that impact you most. We’ll help you remember
why we need feminism in the first place, tell you where you can protest,
and what to wear while doing it. By the end of August, you’ll be able to
look back on how you spent the summer moving America forward.
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22. EMBRACING
THE F WORD“Raise your hand if you identify as
a feminist.”
My arm shoots up and so does
the woman’s next to me. Suddenly,
this dreary morning lecture on gender
and international relations crackles
with electricity. With apprehensive,
bent elbows, about half the kids in this
tightly packed amphitheater identify as
a feminist. Sheepishly, they look around
for allies.
Then comes the switch up. “Raise
your hand if you believe that men and
women should have equal rights.” Every
arm is up. It’s then my professor has to
break it to them: “Congratulations, you
are all feminists.”
The moment surprised me. After
sixty years of women demanding equal
pay, reproductive autonomy, access to
education, and to be seen as human
beings, people are still uneasy about
the F word.
Even on a campus full of bright
young minds in a post-Women’s March
on Washington world. It worries me,
because feminism is the glue that’s
going to hold this country together for
the next four to eight years.
As a feminist, Trump’s actions raise
red flags for me. Beyond working to
develop feminist content as a staffer at
my college newspaper, I supplemented
my feminist education by taking a few
women’s and gender studies classes. As
a black bisexual woman, I am acutely
aware of how tough life can be for
people with marginalized identities.
At Trump’s hands, I see hundreds of
thousands of women, especially brown
ones, facing a government-sanctioned
disintegration of their lives...
So maybe I shouldn’t have been so
surprised at my political science class.
Realistically, everyone can’t dedicate
their lives to social justice. Realistically,
a lot of people don’t have to because it
never crosses their minds. You’d think
that in the age of Donald Trump,
something about this past election
season would have scared people out
of their apathy. “That would be, in
a way, the hope, right?” says Simone
Puff, an assistant professor in Syracuse
University’swomen’sandgenderstudies
department. Yet there are people who
still remain apathetic.
“Iknowforafactafewindividualsout
there who say, ‘What are you marching
for? We don’t need all of this!’ because
there is this sense of equality,” Puff says.
The problem, Puff explains, is this sense
of security exists only for certain people.
“You’re only able to say that if you’re
white and middle class and you’re
cisgender and straight,” Puff says.
“Because if you’re none of these things,
or if one of these identity categories is
different, then you have understood for
a very long time that there is no such
thing as equality.”
I try to keep this wisdom with me
in my daily interactions: an almost
intersectional awareness that privilege
continues to blind people from
institutionalized oppression. I do this
especially with people just starting their
feminist journey. I’m a couple years into
my voyage, but a lot of people are still
packing.
This semester, I’m also taking
a course on race and gender in
the media. Apart from absorbing
knowledge about how identity shapes
our understanding of the world, I get
to hear narratives to that end. Some
come from academic studies. Some
from personal essays, like this one.
Others come from my classmates.
The consensus is that a lot of
my peers didn’t grow up knowing
any brown people. Or they lived in
the ‘burbs and never knew how the
other half lived. This recognition of
privilege is all fine and dandy, but I
wonder “What now?” What happens
now that you’ve confessed that weight
off your chest to a room with about
three brown people in it? Will you
attend a rally for refugees or the next
die-in, by chance? Share a Facebook
article at least?
A lot of the honesty from my
peers isn’t always so neat or kind.
Some kids don’t see what’s wrong with
ignoring race (because America is a
melting pot!) or letting the vulnerable
get exploited (because that’s just how
capitalism works, kid).
Reminding myself where this lack of
understanding comes from gives me the
patience to challenge my peers gently
and respectfully. A lot of times, I want
to stand up and scream.
In this desolate age of Trump, anyone
who doesn’t get it by now needs a wake-
up call. I don’t condone violence, but
maybe they could benefit from a smack
upside the head too. I don’t need for
kids, with so much privilege, to play
devil’s advocate for racism, sexism,
ableism, homophobia, or nationalism.
I don’t want them looking for a “good
immigrant” to sympathize with or to
ponder if their mother or sister would
be affected by Trump’s policies. We’re
talking about other human beings here.
If thisadministrationgetsitsway,human
rights are at risk — in the United States
and in all the countries who look to us
time and again for political precedent.
While Trump’s election is a
devastating turn in the path to progress,
there is a silver lining: it reminded us
of the work that still needs to be done.
Moving ahead, a complex, modern
understanding of feminism can be a
balm for the wounds this cabinet is
inflicting. By recognizing difference
but standing in solidarity anyway, by
building alliances across lines, we can fix
this. It’s absolutely crucial we take that
first step. Under Trump, it’s going to
take feminism to make America great.
Caroline Colvin is a
feministandshethinksyou
should be, too. Here’s why
the SU student believes we
need to fight for equality
now more than ever.
by CAROLINE COLVIN
Surviving the next four years20

23. give back,
go forwardWhether you’ve recently become
“woke” or were a badass feminist
straight from the womb, activism
is crucial to reversing systematic
oppression and surviving in a society
that puts a premium on wealthy
white men.
An important part of activism is
supporting organizations that work
toward ending this cycle. Thankfully,
this doesn’t have to mean donating
money. Time is also a useful thing to
give. Helping organize information,
volunteering to walk women safely
to their abortion appointments, or
even mentoring young women are
powerful ways to show your support
and make a statement.
So if you’re upset about inequality
and systemic oppression, or even
just tired of fighting for your right
to access birth control, here are four
organizations you can get involved
with who are working to protect the
lives and well-being of women and
minority groups.
Distributing Dignity
What they do: Distributing Dignity
is an organization that provides pads,
tampons, and bras to women who
are homeless.
Why it matters: When you’re
homeless and menstruating, not being
able to take care of your hygiene can
take an emotional/physical toll. By
donating bras, pads, and tampons, you
can help someone care for themselves.
How to get involved: You can
donate new bras and packages of pads
and tampons, or simply donate money
so the organization can purchase
these products. You can also host a
party where guests bring these items
or hold a drive with your own club,
organization, or religious institution.
Oh, and if you use Amazon, consider
using AmazonSmile and picking
Distributing Dignity when you make
your purchase — .5% of every
purchase you make will go towards the
organization.
Women’s Refugee Commision
What they do: They advocate for the
rights of women and children escaping
violence and persecution in their
country. They provide crisis response,
advocate for the rights of refugees, and
provide education and awareness of
what refugees experience.
Why it matters: When your home
becomes a place of violence or
persecution — when you fear for your
life — there is sometimes no other
option than to find refuge in a new
country. The WRC protects the rights
of refugees fleeing violence, and works
to make sure they don’t face further
discrimination once they leave.
How to get involved: The WRC
accepts donations right on their
homepage, and you can also sign
up for newsletters to receive updates
about the organization’s work. They
also have an internship program,
crisis response teams, and a growing
staff of people working towards
migrant rights, reproductive health,
and protection for refugees.
National Coalition Against
Domestic Violence
What they do: NCADV is a
resource for survivors of domestic
violence. Physical, mental, and
emotional abuse in relationships
affects people of all races, ages, and
classes. NCADV has resources for
people who are experiencing abuse or
have suffered from abuse in the past,
or friends and family members who
need help supporting loved ones who
have been abused.
Why it matters:
In the U.S, there have been 107
domestic violence gun fatalities since
January 2017 (at the time this article
was written). One woman is killed
by an abuser every 14 hours. One
in five women and one in 71 men in
the United States have been raped
in their lifetime. Abuse doesn’t stop
at bruises or demeaning remarks
— it escalates, and victims need the
support to escape it.
How to get involved: The NCADV
encourages people to take legislative
action, so calling your representatives
about domestic violence is a good
place to start. If you’re looking for a
more hands-on role, they also have
applications for volunteers in many
parts of the organization.
Girls Write Now
What they do: Girls Write Now is a
program that matches teen girls with
professional writing mentors, help
girls navigate the college admissions
process, and showcases teen writers.
Why it matters: Their goal is to
encourage young minority women
who have a passion for writing to share
their voice through mentoring and
college preparation workshops.
Howtogetinvolved:Youcandonate
money to help fund the workshops, or
become a mentor yourself. If you’re a
writer or an editor, the organization
is looking for your help to mentor
and encourage young female writers.
There are also administrative
volunteer and job opportunities that
allow you to facilitate workshops and
provide mentorship.
Your guide to volunteer, donate, and
advocate to make America great again
By MARLÉNA AHEARN
Surviving the next four years 21

24. HIT THE ROAD
JACKIE
This summer, trade in lazy beach days
and lame hometown parties for something
bigger, better, and infinitely more beneficial
for you and the good ol’ USA. Whether
you’re already an active member of the
feminist community, or want to become
more politically active, a road trip to these
major cities can (and will) change your
perspective on how you as an individual can
be heard and work towards changing America
for the better.
This past January, millions of women, men, and
children – regardless of race, religion, gender, and
sexual orientation – gathered across the country in
solidarity with the Women’s March on Washington
in an attempt to educate and unite Americans for
progress. Protestors marched for rights they felt
were threatened by the new presidency, such
as the rights of women, people of color,
refugees, and countless others.
Similar “sister marches” across the globe
cropped up in cities like London, Nairobi,
Paris, Sydney, and Cape Town. But in the
spirit of a road trip, we’ll stick to sites in our
own country.
Houston, TX
Help support feminist protests that are
happening across the country this summer
with this handy road trip guide.
by Sabrina Goldberger
Baton R
Los Angeles, CA
Albuquerque, NM
More Protests
June 1st: Reproductive Happy Hour, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
June 3: Immigrant Youth Empowerment Conference, Los Angeles, California
June 9: Albuquerque PrideFest 2017, Albuquerque, New Mexico
June 14: Intersectionality Rally, Chicago, Illinois
June 30: NOW (National Organization for Women) Convention, Orlando, Florida
August 26: Akron Pride Festival, Akron, Ohio
August 26: She Persisted March and Rally, Los Angeles, California
September 13: Nationwide Student Debt Protest on College Campuses22

25. Our map starts us off in
PHILADELPHIA, PA. The City of
Brotherly Love opened its arms to
sisterly love this protest season, hosting
over 50,000 people marching across the
Benjamin Franklin Parkway. On May
13, 2017, Philadelphia will host “The
Walk to Make America Love Again,”
which sends all proceeds to the ACLU
of Pennsylvania.
Of course, you’ll need to bring a killer
sign. Come up with something clever
that both stands for what you believe
in and can also elicit some laughs.
Previous marches had a huge social
media presence. Twitter, Facebook, and
Snapchat were buzzing about the best
signs of the protests. It’s easy to see why
with clever slogans like,“Nasty Women
Unite,” “Girls just want to have Fun-
damental Rights,” and other gems like
“I’m so angry I made a sign,” “I’ve
seen better cabinets at IKEA,” “We
Shall Overcomb,” and, “Trump likes
Nickelback.” You could be in the next
viral BuzzFeed article. In preparation for
your own protests, grab a few posters, a
couple of markers, maybe some glitter,
and go to town.
Drive further down the coast and
you’ll arrive in WASHINGTON D.C.,
the hub of political activity in the nation.
March along the steps of the capital,
march in front of the gates of the White
House, down the water towards the
Washington Monument. Get fired up
with some feminist tunes: check out
“Salute” by Little Mix, “Walk Like a
Champion” by Selena Gomez, “BO$$”
by Fifth Harmony, and basically any
and every Beyoncé song ever.
From there, the world is your oyster.
You can head south toward ATLANTA
and HOUSTON, or west toward
CINCINNATI and NASHVILLE,
shouting girl power mantras from from
sea to shining sea.
Philadelphia, PA
Washington, D.C.
Cincinnati, OH
Atlanta, GA
Nashville, TN
TX
n Rouge, LA
Chicago, IL
Orlando, FL
Akron, OH
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26. In our nation’s current state of uncertainty, there’s basically one thing we can be sure of
right now: summer is coming. And with it,comes the free time we all need to brush up on
our knowledge of feminism. Feminism shouldn’t be seen as a dirty word, but rather a state
of mind that encourages standing up for equality—and the first step towards defending this
outlook is learning about it.
We have compiled a handy summer reading list of the top eight must-reads by or for feminists.
1. bad feminist, roxane gay:
With a wry, provocative tone, Gay uses this collection of essays to examine how women
are portrayed in modern television, literature, and music and how these portrayals affect
women’s everyday lives.
2. hidden figures, margot lee shetterly:
This New York Times bestseller was the inspiration for the recent blockbuster by the same
title. It tells the story of how three kick-ass African American women working for NASA not
only helped America win the Space Race, but also made strides towards equality.
3. female chauvinist pigs, ariel levy:
This critique examines what Levy calls modern “raunch culture,” a culture full of
objectification. By viewing examples like Playboy in the context of the sexual revolution,
Levy critiques our highly-sexualized culture.
4. not that kind of girl, lena dunham:
This memoir was published in 2014 and skyrocketed to the second spot on The New York
Times bestseller list for a good reason. In typical hilarious fashion, Dunham chronicles the
struggles of growing up as a woman, including dealing with weight, boys, and having to
prove yourself in a room full of men.
5. men explain things to me, rebecca solnit:
Published in 2014, this collection of seven essays was called “a touchstone of the feminist
movement” by Granta Books, and covers vital topics like domestic violence, modern-day
marriage, and “mansplaining.”
6. the handmaid’s tale, margaret atwood:
This piece of speculative fiction examines a world in which a government coup results in
a society where women are treated as vehicles for reproduction and are denied the right to
read. This book is a window into a world where the feminist battle has been lost.
7. unwind, neal shusterman:
A 2007 dystopian novel, Unwind’s plot unfolds in the future after a second Civil War which
was fought over women’s rights to abortions. The feminist heroine of this novel takes a
stand for her rights to her own body, and the ensuing chaos is sure to inspire and entertain.
8. the awakening, kate chopin:
Round out your summer reading list with a classic. This novel covers the plight of Edna,
a woman living in 1899 who struggles to cope with a society that rejects her unorthodox
attitudes towards marriage and motherhood.
This summer, replace your
beach reads with books that
support the feminist cause.
by DELANEY WEHNchicklit
24

27. Even though you can fight the patriarchy wearing
whatever the hell you want, sometimes having the perfect
outfit makes you feel more empowered to do so. If you’re
lacking inspiration, we’ve got you covered. Whether
you’re taking a cue from women of the past or present,
real or fictional, here are five different ways to dress like a
feminist you admire.
Hillary Rodham Clinton
The Inspiration:
Hillary Clinton wore white pantsuits to various campaign
events (like her third debate) as a nod to the American
suffragettes, who wore the color as a symbol of their fight
for equal rights.
Get the look:
This look is easy to throw together yet makes a bold
statement. Get this ensemble by mixing and matching
white statement pieces, like these:
Jackie Kennedy
The inspiration:
Picking just one iconic Jackie Kennedy look was difficult.
The yellow dress (which is actually two pieces) she wore
on the cover of a souvenir magazine hits a balance of
feminine and striking. Wear it to the office for instant
compliments or for Sunday boozy brunching.
Get the look:
Replicate Jackie’s sunny two piece number by making a
set of your own with pieces like these:
Frida Kahlo
The inspiration:
Frida Kahlo, one of the world’s most famous painters,
appeared on the cover of Vogue Mexico nearly 60 years
after she died. Her outfit in the photo incorporates dark
shades with colorful details. Don’t forget, big and bold
brows are the most important part of this look.
Get the look:
Combine a modern maxi skirt with a yellow floral top and
flower crown to channel your inner artist:
A Women’s March Protester
The inspiration:
If you weren’t able to be one of the millions of people
who participated in their nearest Women’s March in
January, it’s not too late. Get the look of a protester with a
few simple pieces. It’s all about comfort, so opt for jeans,
comfy shoes, and a t-shirt that packs a punch. Don’t forget
to top it off with a knit pussy power hat.
Get the look:
Wear your heart on your tee with a graphic slogan and
boyfriend jeans, because your denim should have no
gender role:
MAKE FASHION NASTY AGAINWe’ve rounded up our favorite feminist fashion icons to help you dress the part when fighting the patriarchy.
by EMMA BATY
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29. DOWNSIZE(D)Teenage breast reduction surgeries are on the rise–but with mounting insurance costs
and a high risk for regrowth, is it worth it? by BRIDGET HALLINAN
It was a simple green dress.
WithherinternshipattheMiamiBeachChamberof Commerce
ending shortly, Sarah* had been getting ready all morning for the
reception dinner. A sharp suit jacket covered her shoulders and
practical wedges adorned her feet. Still, she worried her cleavage
showed too much, given her constant struggle to find a dress that
would contain her DDDs. But her mother, who helped her dress,
told Sarah she looked professional and put together — save for a
tiny slit of skin above her chest, nothing showed. Sarah left the
house feeling confident and beautiful.
But just minutes after entering the restaurant, Sarah’s
confidence morphed into discomfort. A man in his late 30’s had
cornered her, flirted heavily with a shower of compliments that
made her uneasy. As the Chamber’s intern, Sarah was required to
be friendly to him; he was a member and also knew her father. But
she couldn’t shake the crawling, icky feeling that bursted over her
skin. A family friend eventually intervened, but not before Sarah
heard what the man texted her father: “Just met your beautiful
daughter. When should I call you Abba?”
Abba is Hebrew for father. Sarah was 18 years old.
Upset and embarrassed, Sarah took the incident to her boss,
who took one look at the slit on her chest and replied derisively,
“Well, you know. It’s probably because of what you’re wearing.”
It was a simple green dress. But Sarah was well acquainted with
the manager’s shameful tone, having battled the unwarranted
sexualization of her body since middle school. Saddled with
backaches, ill-fitting clothes, and undesired attention, her breast
size drove her to seek out a reduction surgery. It’s been two
years since her procedure, and Sarah still proudly stands by her
decision. And as recent studies show, she’s not alone.
According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic
Surgery, the number of breast reductions surgeries have risen
157 percent from 1997 to 2013, and this surgery was among
the top three procedures for women 18 and under in 2015. In
the past year alone, these surgeries have grown a combined 31
percent for teenagers and women between the ages of 19 and
34. Doctor Pedy Ganchi, a practicing surgeon at Village Plastic
Surgery in Ridgewood, N.J., attributes this surge to the increasing
prominence of celebrity breast reductions, as well as a more
informed, open-minded younger generation. She also notes,
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30. however, that young women often face
tremendousobstacleswhentheypetition
for this surgery because insurance
companies make it increasingly difficult
to get them covered. The average
breast reduction can cost anywhere
from $10,000 to $15,000 — a price
that patients are often forced to pay out
of pocket. And even if they manage to
get the deductible, prospective patients
have to endure a long, arduous process.
Six to eight months of physical therapy,
attempted weight loss, and significant
pain levels must be documented
before companies will even consider
reimbursing the bill.
“We have to prove that all the non-
surgical treatment they’ve had hasn’t
helped them, and that they have
grooves in their shoulders,” Ganchi
says. “That they just can’t function,
that they have trouble doing sports or
certain activities. We actually have to
prove some kind of disability.”
Though Sarah was uncomfortably
awareof herbreastsizeasearlyaseighth
grade, she was unable to convince her
insurance company that she met the
necessary criteria. It didn’t matter that
she was regularly referred to as “Big
Tits McGee” in middle school, or that
she had to throw out all the button
down shirts that she struggled to close
over her chest. It didn’t matter that as
a tall, busty blonde, she felt constantly
objectified and fetishized, no matter
where she was or what she wore.
“I would never wear anything that
was inappropriate at work,” says Sarah.
“But because of the body I have and
the clothes that actually fit me, they
don’t look like paper sacks on me, and
that’s how I get treated.”
Even in high school, where she
was required to wear a conservative
collared shirt and knee-length skirt, she
constantly felt the need to say, “eyes
up here.” And when her breast growth
showed no sign of slowing down, she
knew there was no other option.
The psychological effects of having
excessively large breasts at an early
age can be damaging, says Doctor
Susan Hartman Brenizer, a licensed
Marriage and Family Therapist based
in Syracuse, N.Y. In her 37 years of
practice, Brenizer has worked with
breastreductionpatients,augmentation
patients, and even cancer survivors who
have undergone reconstructive surgery.
Brenizer notes that with her teenage
patients, their large breasts hides their
“secondary sex characteristic.”
B
reasts exemplify the most overt
display of a woman’s gender and
sexuality, and for these girls, they
are a constant source of discomfort.
Their early development subjects
them to unwanted staring, ogling, and
attention, which can lead to anxiety
and low self-esteem. Although the
recent introduction of “curvy” Barbie
dolls has slightly mitigated the disparity
between the “perfect” Photoshopped
woman — slim waist, curvy hips, and
full, but not too full, breasts — and
realistically proportioned women,
those with large breasts still experience
feelings of marginalization and body-
shaming. “Younger women, teenagers,
can withdraw from social things
because they can’t do sports, they can’t
becomfortableintheirclothes,”Ganchi
says. “It affects their development, and
that’s the justification for doing it [the
surgery] that young.”
Ganchi knew the decision for Sarah
to get her surgery was not made lightly,
especially considering her age and the
cost. There would also be risks: she may
not be able to breastfeed in the future,
she could lose the sensitivity in her
nipples, and she would have scars. Her
father was initially uncomfortable with
the idea of his daughter going under
so young, but her mother eventually
convinced him when she realized how
seriously this was affecting Sarah’s life.
It had gotten to the point where she
was uncomfortable going braless, even
around the house. “Living in Miami
Beach, you are always in bathing suits
and tank tops,” says Allison*, Sarah’s
mother. “And although Sarah has a
tremendous amount of self confidence,
it made buying clothes difficult. Her
frustration was palpable.”
One of the major risks in getting this
surgery at a young age is regrowth, your
breast tissue regrowing post-operation,
and Sarah began to experience this
within a year of her procedure. It is
extremely difficult to quantify this
statistic, says Doctor Alan Serure, a
plastic surgeon based in Miami, FL, due
to the varying hormonal and physical
changes that his younger patients go
through. But factors such as taking
birth control and weight fluctuation can
easily reverse the effects of the surgery.
In addition to this, “patients with large
breasts are naturally predisposed to have
an exaggerated response to estrogen,
which stimulates breast growth,” says
Doctor Michael Pecoraro, a plastic
surgeon based out of Brick, NJ to
Cosmopolitan. Sarah herself gained
weight during her freshman year at
Syracuse University, and now finds
her breasts growing close to their
original size.
For Jane Smith*, a senior Marketing
major at SU and a breast reduction
patient, the possibility of regrowth is
nerve-wracking. Smith had a relatively
painless surgery at 19 years old. Her
insurance completely covered the
procedure, though she did have
to repeatedly call the company up
until the day before her surgery was
scheduled to get confirmation. She was
able to return to work just two days after
her surgery was complete. Her breasts,
formerly a DDD, have been reduced to
a comfortable D, and everyday tasks,
such as working out, were now painless.
Her friends and family compliment
her, thinking she’s lost weight. She
knows, however, that gaining weight is
a distinct possibility that could unravel
all of the work she has done to make
herself more comfortable in her body.
Unlike Sarah, who expressed that
she would happily go through with a
second surgery, Smith refuses to have
the procedure again.
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31. D
espite the risks and the
insurance difficulties, both
women feel that the surgery was
well worth it, because of the incredible
amount of confidence and comfort
they’ve experienced post-operation.
Katie*, Sarah’s college roommate since
freshman year, says Sarah was ecstatic
about her surgery. She could wear tops
she couldn’t before, and felt comfortable
in her body. And with Sarah’s
encouragement, Katie is considering
a reduction herself. However, Sarah
advised her roommate with caution.
“She is a big advocate of waiting until
youarehappywithyourbodyandweight
to get the surgery,” says Katie. And
Smith has recommended the surgery
both to her cousin and her godmother.
She says she doesn’t know anyone who
has regretted the procedure. “I knew the
long term effects, I knew the risks,” she
says. “But this would help make my life
so much better.”
Though many young patients are
aware of the risks, they still opt for
the reduction anyway, deeming their
discomfort and pain too much to bear
until they’re older. “Of course, there
are some scars they have to accept. And
we remove tissue and rearrange the
architecture of the breast so that most
of them won’t be able to fully nurse,”
Ganchi. “If that’s something that’s really
importanttothem,buttheirlargebreasts
are bothering them, they have to decide
when to do the surgery— to put it off,
maybe. Others are so uncomfortable on
the day to day, they’re not even thinking
in those terms.”
Dr. Serure agrees. From his
experience, younger women inform
themselves more than their older
counterparts. “You can go online and
watch a video of the surgery,” he says.
Whenever he sets up a consultation,
Serure outlines all of the potential
risks — stressing the scars, as well
as the possibility of regrowth. “But
I’m not telling them anything they
already don’t know,” he notes. “Most
of them have already made up their
minds coming in.”
Unfortunately, the readily available
information about this surgery still
hasn’t completely dispelled the negative
stigma surrounding it. Though many
consider breast reductions to be
reconstructive surgery, the derogatory
connotations of the plastic label still
remain. “If you say it [you’re getting a
breast reduction] to someone, they’re
going to think you got a boob job, you
have implants, and you’re fake,” Sarah
says. “So I think women have a hard
time in general with their bodies, even
changing their bodies and wanting to
do that. Because people will be like
“oh, you’re not natural?”
In spite of this pervasive stereotype,
Ganchi believes that, at least in the
younger generation, this emerging
trend among young women signifies
their empowerment, not judgment. “I
think honestly that women are a little
bit more in charge of their bodies,
decision-making and not being a
victim to social stereotyping,” she says.
“They’re not doing it because of what
men think. They want comfort, they
want to be in charge, they decide what
they want to look like. Whether that’s
having implants or getting smaller, and
I think that’s a good thing.”
After her surgery, Sarah feels
obligated to use her experience to help
other women in similar situations.
It’s been over two years since her
procedure, and she has no regrets.
She sits with me in her apartment,
now a junior Psychology major at SU.
Her face is bare; her short blond hair
hangs delicately around her face. She
is braless, garbed in a loose gray t-shirt
and sweatpants.
Her breasts have now fully re-
grown, but if you asked her to do it
again, she would.
“You’re not fixing your body to become
prettier or better, you’re doing it
because you want to be comfortable,”
Sarah says. “It’s not really a vanity
move, and I wouldn’t even say it’s a
confidence move. It’s a comfort move.”
5 Questions Every Breast
Reduction Patient Should Ask
1. Is your surgeon board-certified?
Though it seems common sense, one of the
most important things you can do before
getting a procedure is to make sure your
plastic surgeon has the proper training and
experience, according to the American
Society of Plastic Surgeons. This will help
guarantee a safe, effective surgery that provide
the results you want.
2.Isittherighttimeformetohavethissurgery?
Only one-third of women have the ability
to breastfeed in the first place, according
to Doctor Jordan Farkas, a plastic surgeon
based out of Paramus N.J., and it is difficult
to quantify post-operation breastfeeding
ability because of this. But being unable to
breastfeed is a potential risk, as is re-growth
due to puberty or pregnancy. Depending on
your level of discomfort and pain, it may be
best to put off your surgery until a time when
there will be minimal complications.
3. How high is my chance for regrowth?
If you plan on going on birth control,
medicines that involve estrogen, or could
potentially gain a significant amount of
weight in the foreseeable future, do know that
your breasts may grow back. However, every
patient is different, so consulting your surgeon
about this before the procedure is key.
4. What makes me a good candidate for breast
reduction surgery?
If you are experiencing back aches and
neck pain, have difficulty exercising and/or
performing routine tasks, feel that your breasts
are disproportionate, or are simply unhappy
with your size, it is worth consulting a plastic
surgeon to determine if this procedure is right
for you. And it doesn’t hurt to consult several
different surgeons in order to ensure that you
are getting the best advice.
5. What are the risks?
With any surgery, there is a minor risk with
anesthesia, according to Ganchi. The scars
can remain dark and raised, and there may be
a loss of nipple/areola sensitivity. In more rare
cases, the breasts can become asymmetrical
or a loss of breast tissue may occur due to
inadequate blood flow, according to the Stony
Brook School of Medicine. Overall, assessing
all of the risk associated with the procedure is
key when making such a major life decision
about your body.
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32. “Grab them by the pussy.
You can do anything.”
When I heard Donald Trump spout
these words in the now-infamous
leaked video from 2005, I knew his
campaign was over. There was no way
anyone could watch Trump condone
sexual assault so blatantly and still
vote for him in good conscience.
I realize now that I didn’t take
into account the fact that millions
of people have some really shitty
consciences. When Trump was
elected, I felt an overwhelming sense
of doom knowing the impact his
administration would have on the lives
of marginalized people. Underneath
that overarching sense of doom, I
felt a more personal fear—one that
I knew all too well and had worked
to push deep down within myself.
That process started on a brisk
November night when I was
evacuated from a restaurant by a
French SWAT team. That was the
night 130 people were killed in a series
of coordinated terrorist attacks across
the city. ISIS took responsibility, but
I was the one who felt guilty. Being
able to flee the scene and make it
back to my hotel (and to London a
couple days later) was a privilege I
was lucky to have and ashamed to
possess. I couldn’t wrap my head
around why I was lucky enough to
escape unscathed while so many
others never made it back home.
“You have something called
‘survivor’s guilt,’” said a psychiatrist
that my school hired in the aftermath
of the attacks. I felt better having
a phrase that contextualized and
validated my feelings, but it didn’t
make them dissipate. This was my
second time experiencing PTSD, and
I knew I was in for a bumpy ride.
While I was curled up on a bed
in Paris, waiting to hear more about
what was happening on the streets
below, I felt a familiar fear creep
up on me. A fear that I met for
the first time when I was 18 and
my boyfriend at the time decided
my “no” was the wrong answer.
The election of a man associated
with countless accusations of sexual
assault felt like a personal attack—
and in many ways it was. Americans
voted to yank away any safety I felt
in my own body and in my own life,
just like the ISIS terrorists and my
ex-boyfriend before them. Time and
again, I was learning that whatever
agency I had could be ripped away
by the greedy hands of angry men.
By now, we’re all aware of Donald
Trump’s two executive orders,
which both tried to suspend Syrian
refugees and bar citizens of other
predominantly Muslim countries
from entering the United States.
Apparently some Americans are so
afraid of ISIS that they’ve decided
that every Muslim is a terrorist. As
someone who’s actually experienced
an ISIS attack, I can honestly say that
Muslim people aren’t the enemy. The
enemyisagroupof meninpowerwho
think they can use religion to oppress
and hurt those they dislike. I was
describing ISIS, but I bet you thought
of a group of men already here
within our borders wreaking havoc
on the lives of millions of Americans.
I was able to eventually escape
my ex-boyfriend and the terrorists
in Paris, but I learned that moving
on from something doesn’t eliminate
the damage it’s done. I know I can’t
escape from any hateful executive
orders enacted in the country I call
home, but I can hold the president
and his cabinet accountable through
protesting and continuing to report
the truth like journalists around the
country who are working tirelessly
to do the same. America’s seen how
fear can be debilitating, but we can’t
let that stop us from moving forward.
Terrorism, trauma, and Trump:
How one student is facing them
all. by COURTENEY LAROCCA
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33. If you’re someone like me who considers gray
a statement color, then you know that the bright
demands of the warmer months tend to turn
your daily dressing endeavors into a full-blown
challenge. Fear not my dark hearted friends.
Black can be just as fresh as raspberry reds and
bubbly blues. With spring ready-to-wear lines
from major fashion houses like Louis Vuitton
and Burberry flaunting an unusual amount of
black on the runway, it seems like more and more
people are hopping on the black bandwagon this
summer.
Coco Chanel iconicized the little black dress in
1926. Since then, the LBD has been an essential
piece in every woman’s wardrobe, so there’s no
reason why its adaptable qualities can’t translate
into the summer months as well. A black shift
dress is all you need to create a chic base for your
warm weather attire. By pairing this dress with the
proper accessories, whether they contain a pop of
color or not, you can completely transform this
seemingly simple look into a total showstopper.
Take a modern spin on the LBD and try out
an LBR: the little black romper. An LBR is the
perfect alternative for those of you who would
prefer a somewhat sportier option. Rompers are
easy to throw on while still looking completely
put together. What’s even better about a black
romper is that it holds the same adaptability
between day and night as the LBD, while still
serving your girl on the run needs.
If you’re looking to be a little more adventurous
with your dark pieces, culottes are still very much
on trend. Not only will these pants earn you some
serious street cred, but their loose fit will help you
stay cool in the sweltering summer temperatures.
Don’t fret my dark-souled sisters. Black is here,
hot, and sure to be your go-to color—or shade—
this season.
If it’s not black put it back
on the rack. Here’s how to
incorporate your favorite
non-color into your summer
wardrobe. by ZOE FARRELL
Source: Burberry Spring 2017
Fashion Show.
BLACK BY
POPULAR
DEMAND
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34. FUNGLASSESstay shady and chic with these funky frames
Surviving the sun
Free People, $20
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35. Photographer: Emma Wishnow
Stylist: Zoe Farrell
Surviving the sun
Free People, $25
Free People, $25
Free People, $20
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36. Surviving the sun
Free People, $50
Free People, $25
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37. wild feminist
Outfit 1: Destiny
Stripe Dress: Stylist’s own
Leather Jacket: Stylist’s own
Red Sunglasses: Free
People $50
Outfit 2: Annie
White button down:
Stylist’s own
Embroidered Jeans: New
York and Co. $69.95
Sunglasses: Free People $25
In a time where women’s voices seem small, let your clothes
speak loudly with bold colors and even bolder messages.
Stylist: Zoe Farrell
Photographer: Joey Marion
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42. Outfit 3: Destiny
Graphic Tee: WildFang $40
Skirt: New York and Co. $54.95
Sunglasses: Free People $25
Outfit 4: Annie
Graphic Tee: WildFang $40
Pants: New York and Co. $42.95
Sunglasses: Free People $25
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46. Pineapple Mimosa
Slushies
By Lindsay Funston, Delish
INGREDIENTS
3 c. Prosecco
1 c. Frozen Mango
1 c. pineapple (fresh or frozen)
Juice of half a lemon
2 c. ice
INSTRUCTIONS
In a blender, combine all
ingredients. Blend until
smooth.
Pour into 4 glasses and garnish
with pineapple.
Paloma Mimosas
by Cassie at Crumb Kitchen
INGREDIENTS
6 tbsp. tequila
6 tbsp. pulp-free ruby red
grapefruit juice, refrigerated
3 tbsp. lime juice, refrigerated*
3 tbsp. grenadine, refrigerated
½ bottle champagne or
prosecco
Grapefruit and lime slices, to
garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
In a glass jar or small cocktail
shaker, mix tequila, grapefruit
juice, lime juice and grenadine
together well.
For each drink, fill evenly
among the 3 cocktails, then
top with champagne/prosecco
until almost full. Garnish with
grapefruit or lime slices to serve.
Moscow Mule Mimosas
By The Cookie Rookie
INGREDIENTS
orange juice
1 bottle Crabbies Ginger Beer
(I used the Spiced Orange
flavor)
champagne or sparkling wine
INSTRUCTIONS
Pour orange juice 1/3 of the
way up a champagne glass.
Top with another 1/3 of the
Crabbies Ginger Beer and
then top with champagne or
sparkling wine. Garnish with
limes and orange slices.
Enjoy!
More-mosasTurn up at 10 a.m. with these twists on the traditional mimosa
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47. “You look like a Christopher
Columbus sail drifting in the wind.”
“You don’t know how hard
something is pressing up into
your ass until you take it out.”
“Every time I see a man, I would sing
off the lyrics from Work From Home
to them, slaying my
way to get in bed
with them.”
“Which
Spice Girl
is your
dad?”
“I’m
hanging
in there,
but I was
listening to
Elliot Yamin
at 2AM last
night.”
“You’re not that special, a bicycle
can do it for me.”
“I took Adderall before my
cooking class and I was chopping
cilantro like a fu*king ninja.”
“I can’t find AEPI’s Wonderwall
remix on Spotify.”
“My cousin was on the
Mayflower.”
“My career is going no where so
now I’m learning fucking Spanish.
Por que?”
“We went to
Berlin for the
sole purpose
of trying
drugs and
on our
last night
we finally
got some
from a
random guy,
I swear I
hallucinated
sounds”
“I gave my vibrator a female
name because men are
disappointing and that’s the last
thing I want my sex toy to be.”
“I’m good at feminism, I go to
school in LA.”
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