Julie Bade, Young Eco-Enthusiast Advocates for Improved Environment
April, 20 year old Julie Bade embarked on a journey halfway around the world in an effort to explore some of the most diverse and captivating cultures located in Southern Asia.Bade said she has always been fascinated with Asia however India’s diverse history and unique culture intrigued her most. “There are many different landscapes, geologically […]
Motivating Young Women to Excel in the Field of Science: Dr.Luiza Nogaj
Inspired by her elementary teacher who was a mathematician and passionate about science, Dr. Luiza Nogaj, a young girl growing up in Poland, knew that she wanted to study Biology and Chemistry. Although science is not a subject readily associated with women, Dr. Nogaj was an exception.
Edith Piaf, a singer saved thousands of Jews
Everyone is equal in the time of war. The rich, poor, young, old, happy, sad – everyone is looking in the very same eyes of danger. The World War II has affected each and everyone, and it keeps affecting us today. No wonder it was called WORLD War. There was not an inch of European […]
Bingcong Zhu, President of Smart Woman Securities and her on-campus Women Initiative
Bingcong Zhu is the president of Smart Woman Securities (SWS) in Columbia University. When introducing her association, she pointed out the interesting pun in its name. While in the context it indicates the financial product of securities, the implication of “safety” and “protection” may shed new light on female participation in the world of business.
Melissa Alam creator of Philadelphia’s first coworking space for women
Melissa Alam, a problem solver at heart, saw a space that needed to be filled in the city of Philadelphia when it came to empowering women in the workplace, so she filled it. After graduating from Temple University and deciding the entrepreneurial road was what she wanted in life, Alam started a few projects of […]
Women Matter in Johnson City, Tennessee
Walking into Cranberries in Johnson City, Tennessee, there is a certain feeling that surrounds the burgundy walls filled with local artwork and photography. Ruth Taylor Reed and her husband, David Reed, own this quaint little restaurant that showcases great food and good vibes, but what else is going on behind the rustic brick walls?
Elaine Ross: Narrative of a Pioneering Female Attorney
A young girl from northeastern Pennsylvania who lost her mother at the age of two, Elaine Ross loved to explore the woods, ride her Honda 70 cc motorcycle and listen to the birds sing. She lived alone with her father, and this young girl, who later became malpractice medical defense attorney, had to grow and […]
Bayou Bennett on Dual Role as Wife and Partner in Production Company Dolce Films
With the motto “Let our dream manifest your dream” serving as its fuel, production company Dolce Films has a successful track record of working with leading figures ranging from artists like Coldplay to brands such as Adidas. The 12-year old award-winning company is the brainchild of Bayou Bennett and her husband Daniel Lir, who together […]
A Woman’s Role in the Intense World of Philadelphia Sports
Philadelphia is known for its cheesesteaks, its history and its sports. The fans that support Philadelphia and its teams have an enthusiasm that could be seen in the excitement of the parade celebrating the Phillies’ 2008 World Series win and can be continuously seen at sporting events across the board.
A leader of disabled students advocacy Jess Silfa
Jess Silfa, a dedicated writer for Quarto Magazine of Columbia University, looking forward to building her own writing career, has been playing a variety of role on campus. More than a writer, she is also the representative figure of first-generation student of School of General Studies (GS), leader of disabled students advocacy, as well as […]