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  5 WAYS TO HELP UKRAINE RECOVER FROM CRISIS RIGHT NOW On February 24, Russian president Vladimir Putin launched an attack on Ukraine in what the Associated Press referred to as “the largest ground war in Europe in decades.” Russian forces invaded Ukraine from the north, east, and south in a three-pronged approach, hours after Putin announced a “special military operation” that he claimed was for the “demilitarization and denazification” of Ukraine, according to the Guardian, which also pointed out that the narrative of Ukraine’s nazism was false propaganda. Russia and Ukraine have had tensions for years, as Ukraine was previously part of the Soviet Union and Putin has opposed Ukraine’s independent existence. Ukraine’s interest in joining NATO (the North Atlantic Treaty Organization), according to NDTV, angered Russia and led tensions to boil over. Now, the future is uncertain for many Ukrainians — over 40 soldiers have already died, and many civilians are attempting to flee for th...

  WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH 2022: WHAT IT IS & WHY WE CELEBRATE Women’s History Month, which is celebrated in the United States during March every year, is a unique time to honor women’s contributions to American history. It’s also a time to acknowledge the hard work, strength, and perseverance of women who have changed the world, from well-known historical figures like Susan B. Anthony, Sojourner Truth, and Rosa Parks to modern-day changemakers like Malala Yousafzai and Greta Thunberg. From political activism and standing up to injustice to fighting for equal rights, women trailblazers have shaped our society and it’s because of their advocacy that we have the opportunity to make our voices heard. We where we are today because brave women before us decided to rise up and advocate for change. Women’s History Month is now celebrated in a variety of ways, from virtual events and movie screenings to educational initiatives, public demonstrations, women-focused awards ceremonies, and m...

  THESE ZODIAC SIGNS ARE MOST LIKELY TO INSTAGRAM-STALK YOU, BUT DENY IT Today, we’re talking about the zodiac signs most likely to Instagram-stalk you, then deny it. In Signs Of The Times, Her Campus gets all of the dirty details about the signs directly from astrologers. Today, Taryn Leigh Bond, a Tropical Astrologer who offers readings and teaches people how to read birth charts, shares which three signs are most likely to deny Instagram-stalking you. We all love a good scroll, whether we’re checking up on an old friend, seeing how our high school tormentor is doing, or running a vibe check on an upcoming date. The careful curation of someone’s photosets can tell you a lot about them, from the places they like to hang out at to who they’re going with. But how many of you would ever dare admit to the recon misssion when you see the person next? I sure wouldn’t – at least, not intentionally. I’m the girl that accidentally likes a picture of your cat from seven years ago. But as it...

  AINT AFRAID ARE THE MUSICAL DUO THAT WILL CHANGE TIKTOK FOR GOOD This month, TikTok-viral music duo Aint Afraid is in the hot seat to answer our burning questions. In Next Question, Her Campus rapid-fire interviews emerging Gen Z talent about what it’s like to rule over the Internet. With an emphasis on authenticity, social progress, and uplifting voices that have traditionally been marginalized, Gen Z is changing the very face of music — and at the forefront of that movement is Aint Afraid. A self-proclaimed “multi-talented double dose of dopeness,” these 22-year-old twin sisters are Muslim women staying true to their faith while also creating genre-fusing and boundary-breaking music that allows listeners from all backgrounds to relate and sing along. “We’re sharing our experiences in these lyrics and in our songs, but people are connecting to certain lines differently,” sisters Straingth and Wizdumb say when we discuss the beauty of universality in music. “We may have meant it ...

  I WISH YOU AN UNPRODUCTIVE SPRING BREAK Your professors, advisors, or parents might be expecting you to spend your spring break doing work and catching up on all your responsibilities — academic, personal, and professional. The people pleaser in you might be planning to work on homework, pick up a few more shifts at work, and do everything that other people expect you to do, regardless of the rest you might need.  Girlies, write this down. You have the right to be unproductive on your spring break.  Spring break has the word break in it for a reason. You’re supposed to rest, rejuvenate, and gain enough strength to take on the rest of the semester. Students are allowed to set aside their schoolwork as well as their on campus lifestyle and devote this time to self-care.  Now, I know there are stingy professors who thrive on giving students work over spring break, so you might have an assignment or two to work on over break. However, you do not need to find your summe...

  ADD THESE WOMEN-LED TV SHOWS TO YOUR WOMEN’S HISTORY WATCHLIST Women’s History Month is finally here, and now is a great time to celebrate the incredible women in your life. If you’re planning a relaxing night in with the roomie or inviting friends over for a festive get-together, one fun way to celebrate Women’s History Month is by binge-watching shows with strong female leads. Whether you’re looking for a lighthearted comedy, historical drama, captivating mystery, or otherwise, we’ve got you covered with some of the best women-led shows to add to your watchlist.  In the media world, we could use more women-led shows; especially ones that dig below the surface and show complex, nuanced female characters and storylines. For reference, want an easy way to gauge how well a show represents women? Meet the Bechdel test. It’s pretty simple, and is solely based on the following question: Are there two women characters who talk to each other about something other than a man? Yikes....