Kody Eslayed
byWords by Mandolin Wyn, Art by Jaws Stewart In September 2021, I was a sophomore at Kent State University. I was scrolling through TikTok…
Coming Out
I Am Therefore I Am Not
byPuberty years are such formative years. During those years, individual sexuality is explored and discovered, and that was true for me. It’s when I…
Going Home as a Queer Person
byAs a queer person the holidays can be stressful. The reason these seasons or holidays can be stressful as a person in the…
Not Feeling Queer Enough
byFeeling queer is already such a unique experience, finding that identity that makes sense and feeling accepted by your family and friends is such…
Hate Crimes in Small Towns
byHate crimes, as we know, can range from extreme measures to microaggressions. These can look like someone making an offensive joke or leaving an…
Sex Week’s Drag Show Presents Local and International Talents
byOne of Kent State’s most anticipated events took place this week: Sex Week. Students got a chance to take part in fun activities that…
LGBTQ+ Center Reveals “Flashes of Pride” Poster
byStory by Babz Glines and Amanda Stayer On October 11, Kent State’s LGBTQ+ Center revealed this year’s “Flashes of Pride” campaign. This is a…
The History of the Pride Flag Highlighted
byOn the same level as the Union Jack and the American flag, the rainbow pride flag has become one of the most recognizable symbols…
Advice for Coming out of the Closet
byComing out of the closet is a nerve wracking experience: racing heart, sweaty palms, facing others’ reactions, not even knowing where to begin. It…
CALL IT QUEER: Sexual Fluidity and Changing Labels
byLabels have always been something I’ve struggled with. The pressure to box myself into categories to fit in has been difficult ever since I…