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The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

A large number of schools don’t offer LGBTQ+ inclusive sex education in their lessons. Only about 19 percent of secondary schools offer LGBTQ+ materials, according to a 2015 report from GLSEN.

Non-inclusive sex education fails LGBTQ students

JASPER CONTRERAS, Evergreen columnist February 15, 2019

Sex education is already a complicated topic for some people to grasp. When we talk about inclusivity, it becomes even murkier. In general, sex education is a messy subject. Students begin to learn...

It's easy to lose confidence in yourself before doing the dirty. Make sure you spend time boosting your ego and going through the full range of emotions.

SATIRE: Become a hype man … for yourself

AMAR JOSHI, Evergreen columnist February 15, 2019

Usually, I live my life only thinking I’m good when someone tells me so, but when someone thinks I’m attractive it’s a whole different can of worms. My brain goes into a whole different mode, a healthy...

For a healthy relationship to thrive, talk to your partner about trying new things. You never know what you'll like.

Relationships require exploration of fantasies, kinks

ALIVIA HILLER, Evergreen columnist February 15, 2019

Kinks are usually not the first thing you talk about on a date, or even on a one-night hookup. It’s hard to bring up what you want from a new partner, but doing so can advance your relationship to another...

College-aged students nowadays don't watch to get in the mood, they want a white-noise film to start the process of ... well, you know.

’50 Shades’ of sexy movies

BRUCE MULMAT, Former Evergreen opinion editor February 15, 2019

Everybody wants an easy way to move toward getting it on. There’s no better way to set yourself up for success than putting on a movie to get y’all in the mood. I set off across campus to find out...

Both WSU students and survivors of sexual assault and harassment around the country have come forward on social media with the hashtag #metoo.

WSU should provide better resources for assault victims

DEYANIRA TOVAR, Evergreen columnist February 15, 2019

In 2006, Tarana Burke founded the MeToo movement with the goal of helping survivors of sexual assault heal from their experiences. Burke's vision was for the movement to devote attention to the lack of...

Society recognizes the importance of the female orgasm for pleasure, but there could be a biological reason women come.

Orgasms help women choose sexual partners

MAGGIE QUINLAN, Evergreen reporter October 12, 2018

In our culture, we often view the female orgasm as an elusive or unimportant part of sex. But times are changing and women’s pleasure is moving into the spotlight. This year, one of the courses at...

Shower sex is romanticized by many. The reality is less glamorous and often not as enjoyable as it’s made out to be.

Shower sex sounds good … at first

CHLOE GRUNDMEIER, Evergreen reporter October 12, 2018

Shower sex is the ultimate romantic experience. You and your partner are wrapped in a warm embrace, being rained on by warm water and surrounded by sweet, scented steam. The well-intentioned double shower...

Listening to some fresh jams can aid in maintaining a vibe, no matter what preferences a person has.

Getting it on with sexy songs

ANGELICA RELENTE, Evergreen editor-in-chief October 12, 2018

Usher’s “That’s What It’s Made For” and Ginuwine’s “Pony” both have something in common. If you have not guessed it already, that thing is sex. As a person who indulges her­self in...

If you want to avoid being walked in on, keep the noises to a minimum and hope for the best.

Roommates know how to make sex awkward

KATIE ARCHER, Evergreen reporter October 12, 2018

Many people share a living space with a non-romantic roommate during and after college. Living in close proximity with someone else will eventually bring some challenges that may affect the living situation....

Nothing is more important to sex than consent

Nothing is more important to sex than consent

KRISTIN BULZOMI, Evergreen columnist October 12, 2018

Consent is words or conduct indicating a freely-given agreement to have sexual intercourse or sexual contact, according to Washington state law. It is required for anyone to engage in any type of sexual...

Though the herbs suggested can have useful effects, a
deeper look into emotions and intangible energy helps too.

Aphrodisiacs: a holistic approach to healthy, meaningful sex

MAGGIE QUINLAN, Evergreen reporter October 12, 2018

If you feel something is missing in your sex life, you might be inclined to turn to aphrodisiacs to solve your sexual problems. While there are herbs and foods that boost desire, naturopathic medicine...

Using proper protection during sexual activities is important in order to prevent unwanted pregnancies and STDs.

Protection is important no matter what

HAYLEY MARTINEZ, Evergreen reporter October 12, 2018

Students who engage in risky behaviors without protecting themselves can make them more vulnerable to sexually transmitted disease. Currently, Whitman County has the highest STD rate per capita in Washington....

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