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Women’s History Month: Community reflects on feminism, impact of influential women

Each March, Women’s History Month is celebrated worldwide to commemorate the achievements of women throughout history in advocacy for feminism. To honor Women’s History Month, community members reflect on female influences in the push for gender equality.
Giulia Scolari, Features Editor: Online • March 27, 2024



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Giulia Scolari
Giulia Scolari, News Editor: Print
Giulia Scolari (25') is the News Editor: Print of The Standard and initially joined in Grade 9. With a zeal to explore various writing styles and genres, Scolari joined the newspaper to uncover a new passion. Outside the workspace, she can be spotted on the golf course or sitting at a piano.