Positionality Statement: This blog post expresses my perception of activism as a queer woman of color. I implore readers to keep a sense of humanity and activity with them throughout daily...
To quote myself from the start of my first semester here at UMBC, “I have somewhat of a unique position in that I often find myself standing in the middle of the line–I am biracial, bisexual,...
Why is it that women are expected to take up as little space as possible? In elevators, we’re always in the corners making room for others. On crowded sidewalks, we’re the first to let others pass...
My name is Abby, I use she/her pronouns. I am writing this blog to share about my experience this semester participating in gender-based harm reduction and advocacy through the Women’s Center. ...
There is no better time than the present to come down to the Women's Center for group discussions, making feminist friends, utilizing the meditation room, studying, lunch, and/or relaxing in the...
In preparation for Take Back the Night the Women's Center will have adjusted hours on 4/25 and 4/29. On 4/25, we will be Open from 1-4pm with Women of Color Collective taking place from...
Applications are open for the Women's Center at UMBC's internship opportunities! Complete the Google Form and send us your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample here. The Women's Center...
The Women's Center will be closed over Spring Break from 3/16-3/24. Please email womenscenter@umbc.edu if you have any concerns and we will be sure to get back to you after the break. We hope you...
Welcome back to another spectacular semester at UMBC. There is no better time than the present to come down to the Women's Center for group discussions, making feminist friends, utilizing the...
By Carrington Cline Positionality Statement: This post is written by Carrington Cline, a junior and student staff intern at the Women’s Center. This blog post articulates my...
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