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In an article about Kim Petras' new album, a black-and-white sketch f Petras alongside a brief list of the album's most popular titles.

Kim Petras Instructs Us To ‘Feed the Beast’

Avery Heeringa, Columbia College Chicago

Petras' first major-label album ranges from darkly exciting Europop to upbeat dance numbers.…

July 8, 2023

In an article on Muhammad Ali and deadnaming is an illustration on Ali in boxing gloves and in a fighter pose.

How a Muhammad Ali Fight Shows the Malice Behind Deadnaming

Joshua Laine, Emmanuel College

The refusal by many to respect Ali’s name change parallels a dilemma facing the transgender community.…

May 5, 2023

Gervais performing in SuperNature special

What Is the Meaning of Comedy Today?

Liana Sameth, Pace University

Ricky Gervais’ most recent Netflix special has received a lot of backlash.…

July 27, 2022

‘Crimes of the Future’ Is a Distinctly Queer Film

Maria Merlo, Eastern Michigan University

Cronenberg’s newest movie imagines a future where we say goodbye to vibrators, and hello to bone-saws.…

July 1, 2022

in article about TikTok sleuthing, two people connecting evidence together

TikTok Sleuthing, and When It Goes Too Far

Lena Bramsen, The New School

From missing persons cases to infamous killers, the macabre becomes a subject of seemingly harmless fascination on the app. Unfortunately, sometimes innocent people get caught in the crossfire.…

March 11, 2022

Transgender Man Answers the Questions You’ve Been Dying To Ask

Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University

Here are some answers that you might be looking for.…

September 28, 2021

In an article about a person changing his name, an illustration of a person on a ladder in front of a "Hello my name is" sticker

A Look Into My Transgender Life and Why I Changed My Name

Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University

'I owe myself a life of fulfillment and authenticity, whether it fits your mind’s image of who I should be or not.'…

August 18, 2021

Illustration of Steven from Steven Universe smiling

Steven Isn’t His Mom and I’m Not a Girl: A Look at ‘Steven Universe’

Jayar Brenner, Michigan State University

Even though there isn't a transgender character until later on in the show, any trans person will be able to relate to the main character's identity struggles.…

July 15, 2021

Harper's Magazine letter on cancel culture

The Harper’s Magazine Letter’s Concern Over Cancel Culture Is Unnecessary

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

The open letter against ‘cancel culture’ was mostly signed by people with enormous influence — those who least need to worry about ‘cancellation.’…

August 3, 2020

An intersex person standing in a purple circle.

It’s Plain and Simple: Intersex Discrimination Is Sexist, Not ‘Intersexist’

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

Sexism conjures up ideas of women being victimized. Mistakenly, the term is never used to describe discrimination against intersex people.…

July 7, 2020

J.K. Rowling Has a Complicated History With the LGBTQ+ Community

Audrey Martin, Boston University

Once a cherished author, the 'Harry Potter' writer has fallen from grace due to her continued ignorance regarding trans and other members of the queer community.…

June 20, 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

Photo of a trans person with eyeshadow that is the color of the transgender pride flag

Transitioning in College: A Guide to Being an Out and Proud Trans Student

Emerson Holmes, Lindenwood University

No matter where you're at on your gender journey, these five tips will help you navigate university life as a transgender individual.…

February 11, 2020

Breaking Binary: Discovering the World of Third Genders

Kayla Carson, Simon Fraser University

As transgender visibility increases, seeing might be believing, but understanding is so much more.…

December 26, 2019

‘To Survive on this Shore’ Highlights the Aging Trans and Gender Non-Conforming Community

Camilla Forte, Columbia College Chicago

Jess Dugan’s photo series is helping keep the past accountable.…

March 11, 2019

"As One" is a huge victory for the LGBTQ+ community. (Image via Pixabay)

‘As One’ Captures the Dis- and Re-Orientation of Gender Confirmation

Layan Sasa, University of Texas at San Antonio

Two actors, one spectacular opera.…

January 31, 2019

‘Her Story,’ a Tender Portrayal of Trans Lives, Succeeds Where Hollywood Failed

Tricia Crimmins, Bates College

Jen Richards and Laura Zak's groundbreaking series has been nominated for an Emmy and is free on YouTube.…

July 20, 2018

Scarlett Johansson’s Backed Out of Playing a Transgender Man, Thankfully

Cameron Andersen, New York University

But the larger question still remains: What completely inappropriate role will she try out for next?…

July 16, 2018

Donald Trump’s Policies Are a Step Back for the Transgender Community

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

After making promises he failed to keep, Trump is making it harder for transgender citizens to be accepted and treated fairly.…

June 3, 2018

Have You Skyped Your Doctor Lately?

Natalya Pomeroy, University of Houston

Dr. Izzy Lowell’s telemedicine opens virtual doors for transgender patients in southeastern United States.…

May 18, 2018

6 Tips for Traveling as a Transguy

Study Breaks Writer

Don't let the unexpected prevent you from having a blast this summer.…

May 11, 2018

Pakistan Opens Up the Gender Guardian School for Transgender Students

Selena Lundy, Grand Valley State University

Lahore has become the home of Pakistan’s first ever school for transgender students.…

May 5, 2018

FX’s ‘Pose’ Is Making History Before It’s Even Premiered

Sema’Jay Hall, San Francisco State University

How 'Pose' is bringing ball culture back to the forefront.…

April 27, 2018

Transgender YouTuber Blaire White Turns Her Comments Section into a Classroom

Transgender YouTuber Turns Her Comments Section into a Classroom

Study Breaks Writer

White, who espouses a seemingly contradictory mix of conservative and liberal ideology, is opening up important dialogues in today’s fractured political environment.…

April 14, 2018

How Bigotry Kills Black Trans Women and What You Can Do to Prevent It

Plamedie Ifasso, Texas Woman’s University

Opponents are using ignorance to justify killing black women. Luckily there are ways to stop these attacks from happening.…

April 13, 2018

Why We Need More Transgender Teachers

Natalya Pomeroy, University of Houston

Despite the harassment from administration personnel, transgender teachers make their classrooms a safe place for students.…

March 31, 2018

Trump Has Moved to Ban Transgender Troops, Again

Erin Alexander, Middle Tennessee State University

After the president’s first ban on transgender military service was struck down, the commander in chief has proposed an amended version of the first policy.…

March 27, 2018