Violet Baker

Growing with the flow

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

Happy Earth Week! #CMN250

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[Billy Huff @BillygHuff]

Female students in Grainger experience sexism and harassment https://t.co/W5keLOzsZV #CMN250 #CMN432

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

One of my friends just shared that a UIUC professor made her class take an IAT test that was a simulation of shooting white versus black people. To me, this seems incredibly disturbing and unnecessary, and the professor invalidated the student's concerns #CMN250

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

@NicolePiwowarc2 I took the one that focuses on race! How about you?

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

Taking the IAT was incredibly eye-opening, as it shows how despite being educated and believing you view all people equally, many of us still carry culturally-engrained biases. #CMN250

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

This week's module was really meaningful to me as a formerly undocumented student. One of the best resources for me was programs through La Casa Cultural on campus, which you can check out here:

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[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

I was very moved when learning about the history of the Capitol Crawl, as it shows how often times people are left with no choice but to protest in any way that will garner attention from the authority.

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[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

Speaking of body rhetoric, I think 'The Body Protest' is a great podcast you should all check out:

https://t.co/ailU82HZFH

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[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

Another world is possible if we divest from fossil fuels! We have to do our part at UIUC.

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[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

I saw this article online, and it perfectly relates to what we are talking about this week- social movement tactics! #CMN250

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[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

Reflecting on the Greensboro sit-ins makes you realize how bold actions by young people have sparked nationwide change throughout history. Never underestimate your power to make a difference! #CMN250

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

Recently I started watching Death Note, a popular anime, and I was shocked at the very sexist writing prevalent throughout the entire show. The only major female character is constantly oversexualized and her life revolves around getting a male love interest's attention. #CMN432

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

@432Cmn This is super interesting, and I heard it was a big debate when deciding to make the main character of the Legend of Korra female!

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

An interesting article about the Pope saying that gay people “have a right to a family”

https://t.co/6Dcr6G3y7Y
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[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

The US has elected the first trans state senator and first black gay congressman! Feeling hopeful! #CMN432

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[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

Through my research this week I discovered how even though more women are graduating from law school, very few still hold leadership positions in the field. #CMN432

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

I think it is interesting that even though the U.S. is consumed by sex appeals in the media and advertising, it is taboo to talk about it in educational settings. In effect, people are learning about sex from untrustworthy and unrealistic sources. #CMN432

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

This chapter made me think about double standards, and how working mothers are judged for being away from their kids while stay-at-home mothers are seen as failing to make a career for themselves. Today, women are expected to work and still serve as the primary caretaker. #CMN432

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

@cmn432student I think that this is such a great point! My mom has always been a stay-at-home mom and I truly believe that it is one of the hardest jobs out there

[Violet Baker @VioletB71318784]

Just another example of how race plays a striking role in reporting #CMN432