Audrey Bowers, Butler University

From entertainment to activism, this art form is an important part of the queer community.

Zach Terrillion, Oberlin College

Some members of the LGBTQ+ community look askance at more femme expression among gay men. It’s time to embrace this aspect of the community instead.

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

Kacen Callender’s young adult novel features a queer trans person of color amid friendships, love and a heartwarming journey of self-acceptance.

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

The new docuseries for Apple TV+ emphasizes the importance of the LGBTQ community and its appearance on television.

Sema’Jay Hall, San Francisco State University

You might never want to come back.