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The Gay Writing Doesn’t Stop: Taylor Swift’s “Guilty as Sin?”

Mariana Vaca, Lake Forest College

Swift’s records resonate with the LGBT community, but why? …

May 20, 2024

A drawing of 'bros' shows two men holding hands

‘Bros’ Will Have You Laughing Harder Than You Have in Years!

Olivia Moosey, DePaul University

Billy Eichner’s new gay rom-com just came out in theaters. It’s the best movie of the 21st century and a must-watch!…

October 19, 2022

In an article about lesbian bars, a chandelier in front of a window looking out to pride flags

Lesbian Bars Are Struggling To Stay Open — Here’s Why You Should Care

L.R. Staples, Sarah Lawrence College

Safe social spaces are crucial for members of the LGBTQ+ community, but some of these spaces are slowly disappearing.…

October 6, 2021

Rainbow Capitalism Strikes Again This Pride Month

Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University

Every June, corporation after corporation puts out items covered in rainbows and other LGBTQ+ symbols to celebrate Pride Month. But is it just a performative way to make more money?…

June 28, 2021

An illustration of Lil Was X in the music video for his new song Montero. (Illustration by Lucas DeJesus, Montserrat College of Art)

‘Montero’: From ‘Old Town Road’ to Devil Lap Dances!?

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

In his newest hit single, Lil Nas X reignites both satanic panic and the fear of Black rock, while many are questioning why the video is just so controversial in the first place.…

April 9, 2021

‘The Prom’ Mixes Music and LGBTQ+ Issues in a High School Setting

Aimi Wen, Duke University

Based on a Broadway musical, the film promotes an important message of acceptance. However, it still has a few controversies.…

December 31, 2020

Fans Are Mad Abby and Riley Don’t End Up Together in ‘Happiest Season’

Katherine Bry, Washington University

Even if you haven’t seen the film, you probably know at least one thing about it: Aubrey Plaza is in it.…

December 11, 2020

‘My Pride’ Uses Its Lion Characters To Question Heteronormativity

Summer Brotman, University of California, Los Angeles

The animated web series examines the necessity of inclusivity, particularly in regards to gender and sexuality, as it breaks down the dynamics and social conventions of a fictional lion pride.…

November 25, 2020

Characters from Love, Victor standing in a crowd

‘Love, Victor’ Is a Triumph of Queer Representation

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

Hulu's 'Love, Simon' spin-off, with its complex story about sexuality and understanding oneself, is just what the teenage high school television canon needs.…

July 3, 2020

"The Picture of Dorian Gray," represented here, is a great example of queer literature.

5 Pieces of Queer Literature You Can Write an Essay On

Emerson Holmes, Lindenwood University

Diversity can be hard to find in the accepted literary canon, but literature is full of LGBTQ+ representation if you know where to look.…

February 25, 2020

How to Attend Pride as a Straight Person

Kylie Harrington, University of Southern California

Here are 12 tips to show respect, protect your LGBTQ+ peers and enjoy Pride without getting in the way.…

June 13, 2018

Meet UIW’s First-Ever Gay Student Body President, Aaron Chávez

Kayla Platoff, Maryville University

Chávez has used the platform as an opportunity to focus on making the 140-year-old school more inclusive, but it hasn’t been easy. …

April 1, 2018

Same-Sex Marriage Disappears Somewhere Over Bermuda

Erin Alexander, Middle Tennessee State University

The British territory has become the first jurisdiction to abolish same-sex marriage, after the unions were legalized less than a year ago.…

February 10, 2018

Why Dumbledore Being Gay Is Important

Valeria Garcia, University of Texas at Austin

Will J.K. Rowling live up to her statement that Dumbledore is gay in the upcoming 'Fantastic Beasts' series?…

February 10, 2018

UMN Track-Running Boyfriends Brad and Justin Talk Race, Sex and Running

Andrew Crossan, University of South Carolina

Minnesotan track stars and boyfriends Brad Neumann and Justin Rabon have recently made headlines for being just that.…

November 13, 2017

The Gospel According to J.J. Warren

Otis Roffman, Beloit College

Warren, a gay man and aspiring Methodist pastor, is attempting to reconcile his sexuality to his faith and his faith to the world.…

October 1, 2017

What I Learned at MBLGTACC, My First LGBTQ Conference

Sophie Hurlock, Xavier University

Outside of the fact that there is an incredibly well-spoken BDSM enthusiast and nuclear physicist who works for the White House.…

March 1, 2017

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