LGBTQ inclusivity

In an article about queer characters in 'Ted Lasso,' a figure watches the titular character in front of a rainbow background on the TV.

‘Ted Lasso’ and the Art of Queer Storytelling

The most recent season of the award-winning series embraces the joy and complexity of LGBTQ+ relationships.…

October 9, 2023

Girls Can Fall For Virtual Boys Too: Inclusivity in Dating Sims

Although romance simulations are mainly considered as games for men, the variety in the genre is immense and there is truly something for everyone.…

January 4, 2022

In an article about queerbaiting, a screenshot from the Billie Eilish video for Lost Cause

No, Real People Can’t Queerbait (Not Even Celebrities)

Lauren Sung, University of Georgia

An idea that’s back up for discussion because of the latest Billie Eilish video, the term refers to media alluding to queer representation, but never delivering upon it. …

July 8, 2021

Amid Chaotic Times, the Essence: Girls United Summit Empowers Young Black Women

Arianna Taylor, University of Rochester

Malcolm X said, 'The most disrespected person in America is the Black woman.' This video conference aimed to give them a space to share their experiences and uplift each other.…

October 28, 2020

Illustration of a house behind bushes and a tree, by Sezi Kaya in article about memoir "In the Dream House"

‘In the Dream House’ Is an Important Memoir About LGBTQ+ Abuse

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

In her memoir, Carmen Maria Machado documents her experiences in an abusive queer relationship, telling a story that often goes untold.…

July 29, 2020

Writing for diversity: book spines arranged by color to resemble a rainbow.

Making Your Writing Inclusive, Even If It’s Outside Your Own Experiences

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

In attempts to combat the lack of diversity, writers from non-marginalized communities often miss the mark when writing about groups they don’t identify with.…

June 15, 2020

How Movies Are Shifting Toward Allyship and Diversity

Christine Bushart, Georgia State University

This machine doesn’t take tokens.…

June 25, 2019

Why Pageants Are Problematic

Abby Wolfe, Colgate University

Pageants are swiftly falling behind the times. Here are three ways they could change to empower the modern woman.…

July 19, 2017

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