Tagged - LGBTQ

Sa’ed Atshan explores the connection between queer liberation and Palestinian national liberation

The talk, held on Monday, Nov. 4, was a place for Atshan to share his book, Queer Palestine and the Empire of Critique, and ask how national movements can strike a balance in the liberation efforts of other communities.

“Heartstopper” Season 3 is an ode to queerness and mental health

The hit queer coming-of-age show “Heartstopper” returns with its junior season — and this time it tackles heftier topics than before.

New Title IX updates roll out at the University – here’s what you need to know

One of the main changes aims to broaden the types of misconduct which universities across the country must address by expanding definitions of sex discrimination and sex-based harassment.

Students for Israel talk devolves into chaos

Shai DeLuca's talk about his experiences as a gay man in Israel was protested Feb. 6, leading to chaotic exchanges and questionable claims.

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie headlines Mel Weekend amid transphobia controversy

Despite student pushback over her past comments about trans women, Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie headlined Meliora Weekend on Oct. 7.

Drag Charity Show: out and proud on campus

The event to aimed to bring visibility to ongoing LGBTQ+ youth issues throughout the Rochester area.

Looking towards Starbucks for my gender

I am genderfluid. On days when Emmely becomes an ill-fitting hat, Starbucks is there to save the day.

Panel celebrates 50 years of LGBTQ+ activism, Todd Union’s history

The University held a Meliora Weekend panel celebrating Todd Union's history as the home of UR's Gay Liberation Front.

The specter of deadnames

UR is a mostly trans-friendly campus. And yet, there's a curious blindspot: repeated usage of deadnames where a preferred name is sufficient.

‘50 Years Since Stonewall’ panel highlights LGBTQ+ history

“I would love to say that this won’t be a panel,” Perry said to laughter. “Instead, it’ll just be a little mimosa brunch, because there won’t be much to talk about other than just to celebrate.”