Author: Leslie Scotland-Stewart
The NCAA Women’s Rowing Championships for 2025 are set to occur from May 30 to June 1 in West Windsor, New Jersey. Notably, the finals for the Division III Championship will take place on Saturday, May 31. Qualification for the NCAA Division III Women’s Rowing Championship includes a system for automatic qualifiers (AQs), which are awarded to four conference champions under ‘Pool A.’ Additionally, four teams will be selected from ‘Pool B/C’ after the regular season concludes. According to the 2025 NCAA Pre-Championships Manual for DIII rowing, ‘Pool B/C’ comprises independent teams, institutions from conferences that do not meet automatic-qualification…
Kristin Rotert Drake Women’s Basketball Welcomes New Assistant Coach In a significant development, Drake University’s women’s basketball team has announced the addition of Kristin Rotert to its coaching staff. Head coach Allison Pohlman made the announcement recently, expressing enthusiasm about Rotert’s arrival. Experience and Expertise Kristin Rotert comes to Drake after a successful four-year tenure at Northwestern College in Orange City, where she led the women’s basketball program. Since taking the reins in 2021, she has compiled an impressive record of 80 wins and 44 losses, steering her team to four appearances in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)…
Anna Klimala(Photo credit: Photography by MJ Magnum.com) Miami Music Project (MMP) has secured a spot on the prestigious 2025 Top 100 Women-Led Businesses list in Florida, as recognized by The Women’s Edge, an organization dedicated to advancing women’s leadership and influence. This honor is a testament to the visionary leadership of Anna Klimala, who has guided MMP since 2010. The awards ceremony is set to take place on May 8 at Le Meridien in Dania Beach. About the Top 100 Women-Led Businesses Recognition The Top 100 Women-Led Businesses initiative celebrates outstanding female executives along with the organizations they lead. This…
Rep. Jasmine Crockett Responds to Trump’s Remarks U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett, a Democrat from Texas, recently addressed comments made by former President Donald Trump regarding her intelligence. Responding on social media platform X, Crockett claimed that Trump is “terrified” of “smart, bold Black women” who engage with him critically. Context of the Exchange This exchange follows Trump’s remarks during an appearance on NBC News’ “Meet the Press,” where he referred to Crockett as a “low IQ person.” In her response, Crockett pointed out the irony of Trump frequently mentioning her name while holding the highest office in the country. She…
Gender Equity in the Central Virginia Wine Industry: A Growing Concern CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – As the wine scene in Central Virginia expands and garners attention nationwide, some women in the industry are raising important questions about gender equity. The Gender Gap in Winemaking Athena Eastwood, owner of Eastwood Farm and Winery, points to stark statistics that reveal a gender imbalance in winemaking roles. “How is it 2025 and there’s still only 17% of women who are winemakers?” she pondered, expressing her surprise at the slow progress. After transitioning from a career in environmental commodities law to founding her own…
On Sunday, Jamie Carey was announced as the head coach of the Omaha women’s basketball program, bringing with her a wealth of experience from both playing and coaching at high levels of athletics. Coaching Journey Before joining Omaha, Carey served as the associate head coach at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) for the past four seasons. Additionally, she has held assistant coaching roles at notable programs including her alma mater, the University of Texas (2017-2020), as well as at the University of Colorado (2015-2017) and the University of North Texas (2020-2021). A Stellar Playing Career Carey’s notable…
Omaha, Nebraska – The University of Nebraska Omaha has announced the appointment of Jamie Carey as its new head coach for the women’s basketball team. Athletic Director Adrian Dowell revealed this change on Sunday. Carey, who previously served as the associate head coach at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), brings a wealth of coaching experience to Omaha. At 44 years old, Carey steps in to lead the team following the dismissal of Carrie Banks. Banks led the Mavericks during five consecutive losing seasons, with the last winning record for the Omaha program dating back to the 2016-2017…
Overview of Navy Women’s Golf Team in NCAA Tournament ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The Navy women’s golf team, seeded 11th, is gearing up for its second consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance and third overall in program history. The team will begin play at the Gold Canyon Regional, located in Gold Canyon, Arizona, on Monday morning. Regional Competition Details The tournament will take place at the Superstition Mountain Golf and Country Club, known for its challenging par-72, 6,544-yard Prospector Course. This regional, hosted by eight-time national champions Arizona State, features 12 teams competing from Monday to Wednesday, with tee times commencing at 8…
A recent study led by researchers from Australia and New Zealand has revealed intriguing insights into the dynamics of romantic love, highlighting notable differences between men and women. This comprehensive research, which analyzed data from 808 adults aged 18 to 25 currently in love, spans across 33 countries, encompassing diverse regions including Europe, North America, and South Africa. According to lead researcher Adam Bode, a biological anthropologist at the Australian National University (ANU), the aim of the study was to determine the extent to which biological sex influences the experience, development, and expression of romantic love. The findings indicate that…
In Japan, the practice of women adopting their husbands’ surnames upon marriage is deeply ingrained, reflecting a long-standing sexual double standard and societal norms that often prioritize male identities. Since the implementation of the Japanese Civil Code in 1947, it has been required that married couples share a common surname, which is overwhelmingly that of the husband—approximately 95% of marriages follow this precedent. Recent developments suggest a potential shift in this tradition. A 2025 Jiji Press survey indicated that nearly 44% of lawmakers support a dual surname system, a significant increase that resonates with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s willingness to…