LGBTQ+

Displaying 1 - 50 of 217 in reverse chronological order

#	Title	Date	Summary
1	Debunking Drag Northern Iowan 119:51, p.3	04/17/2023	Bailey Klinkhammer addresses common misconceptions about drag and drag queens. She argues that drag is not dangerous and that anti-drag bills are being introduced to police the celebration of queer expression; photo.
2	UNI celebrates LGBTQ+ community with Pride Week Northern Iowan 119:49, p.1	04/10/2023	UNI Proud and Gender & Sexuality Services (GSS) hosted multiple campus events throughout Pride Week including coffee hours, a book club meeting, and Dragaganza; photo.
3	Bring back the blue Northern Iowan 119:18, p.3	10/27/2022	Bailey Klinkhammer writes an opinion piece on their thoughts of why Iowan voters should vote Democrat for the midterm election this year; photo.
4	'DIS' is the most wonderful way to get involved Northern Iowan 119:2, p.1	08/29/2022	Nixson Benítez writes about opportunities that the Center of Multicultural Education (CME) will be providing in the coming year. Nixson interviews the Director of Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice (DIS) Chiquita Loveless who explains the goals of DIS and the support system that they provide for students of all different racial or religious backgrounds; photo.
5	GSS Rainbow Reception Northern Iowan 119:2, p.4	08/29/2022	Gender and Sexuality Services (GSS) put on the annual Rainbow Reception event. This event welcomes old and new students to celebrate LGBTQ+ life at UNI; photo.
6	Roe v. Wade is under attack (again) Northern Iowan 118:55, p.3	05/05/2022	Klinkhammer expresses opinions on the leaked draft of the Dobbs v. Jackson Supreme Court case, the attacks on Roe v. Wade and women's abortion rights through history, and what the draft could mean for other marginalized groups and Constitutional rights; photo.
7	Panther portrait: Dragaganza Northern Iowan 118:48, p.4	04/11/2022	A Panther Portrait of the Dragaganza event hosted at Maucker Union on April 9, 2022; photos.
8	Utah's governor listened to both sides before acting on trans athlete restrictions. Iowa's didn't. Northern Iowan 118:48, p.3	04/11/2022	An article originally published by the Iowa Capitol Dispatch on April 2, 2022 about Governor Kim Reynold's decision on trans athlete restrictions; photo.
9	LGBTQ+ community showcased in alum's musical Northern Iowan 118:41, p.1	03/10/2022	UNI alum Sarah Julius created a musical, "Great Big Rainbow World," about queer acceptance and celebration that will debut in June; photo.
10	Banning books: A fundamental barrier in education through literature Northern Iowan 118:40, p.3	03/07/2022	Abigail Saathoff discusses the issues with banning books in schools.
11	Self proclaimed LGBTQ+ ally-ship is dangerous territory Northern Iowan 118:32, p.3	02/07/2022	Lennon Janes discusses performative allyship and how it does nothing for the LGBTQ+ community; photo.
12	I went to a Harry Styles concert and here's what happened Northern Iowan 118:11, p.3	10/04/2021	Abigail Saathoff details her Harry Styles concert experience. She spoke of the excitement after two years of waiting for the concert after it was postponed due to COVID-19; photo.
13	Students celebrate diversity in annual Cedar Valley Pridefest Northern Iowan 118:2, p.2	08/30/2021	Waterloo hosted the Cedar Valley Pridefest that lasted from Thursday, August 26th to Saturday, August 28, 2021. Members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community gathered for various events throughout the weekend; photo.
14	Anti-transgender athletics bills harm everyone Northern Iowan 117:54, p.3	04/29/2021	In the author's opinion, the bills introduced across the nation unfairly target transgender athletes while ignoring the complex reality of advantages and disadvantages present in any sport and any participant; photo.
15	Iowa does not protect trans rights Northern Iowan 117:42, p.3	03/18/2021	In the author's opinion, Iowa law and legislators do not protect transgender people. Slomka discusses recent bills concerning minors, bathrooms, and schools.
16	Pass the Equality Act today, protect Iowans and Americans alike Northern Iowan 117:37, p.3	03/01/2021	The author urges the Senate to pass the Equality Act which prevents discrimination on the basis of gender identity or sexual orientation, which was already passed by the House of Representatives.
17	Recognizing Transgender Day of Remembrance at UNI Northern Iowan 117:27, p.4	11/19/2020	The Women and Gender Studies department hosted a candlelight vigil in honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance; photo.
18	A disappointment for Iowa youth Northern Iowan 117:23, p.3	11/05/2020	Although the 2020 precedential election is still too close to call, Goedken discusses the Iowa "red shift" results and feels scared and victimized as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and a female; photo.
19	Virtual clothesline project brings awareness to abuse Northern Iowan 117:18, p.5	10/19/2020	The virtual clothesline project, hosted by the Women and Gender Studies program, is held at Maucker Union; photos.
20	Slomka: TERFs present a danger Northern Iowan 117:9, p.3	09/17/2020	Emerson Slomka argues that trans-exclusive radical feminists (TERFs), especially author J.K. Rowling, present a danger to the transgender community; photo.
21	Slomka: Pronouns are for everyone Northern Iowan 117:3, p.3	08/27/2020	Emerson Slomka writes an opinion piece about how pronouns are used by everyone and that it is important to respect each others pronouns; photo.
22	'Star Trek' and progressive representation in television Northern Iowan 116:39, p.3	02/27/2020	In the author's opinion, the Star Trek franchise has been pioneering and consistent in bringing under-represented groups to the television screen.
23	NISG holds presidential elections: Boeding and Greene Northern Iowan 116:35, p.1	02/13/2020	Elle Boeding and Rachel Greene are running, currently unopposed, for Northern Iowa Student Government (NISG) student body president and vice president. They discuss their backgrounds and platform. NISCO elections will be held February 25-26; photos.
24	"I Heart Female Orgasm" talks sex Northern Iowan 116:34, p.8	02/10/2020	UNI's Campus Activities Board and Student Wellness Center collaborated to present "I Heart Female Orgasm," an informative event about sexuality held on February 6 in the Maucker Union Ballroom; photos.
25	LTE: Board of Regents must listen to its students Northern Iowan 116:27, p.3	12/12/2019	The Iowa Student Action organization sends an open letter to the Board of Regents in regards to the rise of tuition and its effects on minority communities.
26	Drag-A-Ganza Northern Iowan 116:17, p.5	10/28/2019	Approximately 50 students and community members attended UNI Proud's annual Drag-A-Ganza on October 25 at Maucker Union. The event raised money for Iowa Safe Schools; photos.
27	Clothesline Project Brings awarness Northern Iowan 116:16, p.1	10/24/2019	The Clothesline Project has returned to UNI to help spread awareness of violence and abuse in the community during Relationship Violence Awareness Month. It is an opportunity to share the stories of individuals, friends, or family members; photos.
28	Celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month Northern Iowan 116:13, p.4	10/14/2019	UNI hosts several events throughout October, which is LGBTQ+ History Month, to celebrate and inform. They include displays, performances, training, speakers, and other events; photos.
29	'Pronoun' explores identity, relationships Northern Iowan 116:12, p.5	10/10/2019	The UNI Interpreters Theatre will present Evan Placey's "Pronoun" on October 11 and 12 in Lang Hall. "Pronoun" dives into what it means to be a man and the trans experience and is directed by UNI student Ernest Toutant III; photos.
30	Rainbow Reception welcomes students Northern Iowan 116:1, p.3	08/29/2019	On August 28, the UNI Gender and Sexuality Services (GSS) held the Rainbow Reception at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC). The Rainbow Reception was a way to welcome LGBTQ+ community members and allies to UNI and to help learn more about the community. There were informational booths as well as speakers, which included the announcement of the Thomas M. Davis Endowed Scholarship for transgender UNI students; photo.
31	LGBTQIA+ people always welcome at Treehouse Northern Iowan 115:45, p.3	04/01/2019	Rev. David Glenn-Burns of Threehouse: A Wesley Foundation Campus Ministry discusses the recent decision of the United Methodist Church to adopt "The Traditional Plan," apologizing for the members of the LGBT+ community it harms and reaffirming that all are welcome at Threehouse; photo.
32	UNI Proud and GSS present Pride Week 2019 Northern Iowan 115:45, p.2	04/01/2019	UNI Proud and Gender and Sexuality Services (GSS) will host events throughout Pride Week, April 1-5. Events will include a kickoff, Art Gay-la, Queer Monologues, LGBT Q&A event, movie screening of Boy Erased, and the Drag Ball; photos.
33	Edit-a-thon focused on women and LGBTQ+ representation Northern Iowan 115:41, p.2	03/07/2019	Rod Library will host UNI Edits Wikipedia: Women and LGBTQ+ in the library on March 8. The goal is to have more people editing Wikipedia with more diverse perspectves; photo.
34	Chiang shows documentary in Lang Northern Iowan 115:33, p.1	02/07/2019	Filmmaker S. Leo Chiang screened two of his documentaries then answered questions on February 4 in Lang Auditorium; photos.
35	Overcoming unconscious biases is crucial Northern Iowan 115:22, p.3	11/08/2018	Professor emeritus of marketing Steve Corbin discusses unconscious bias. In the author's opinion, Iowa can become a better place to live only when citizens reflect on divisiveness, overcome biases, and act with civility; photo.
36	Professor discusses diversity in the media Northern Iowan 115:19, p.4	10/29/2018	Professor Gayle Rhineberger-Dunn presented "Myth vs. Reality: Race, Gender, and (In)justice in the Media" at the Rod Library on October 25. Her talk focused on how the media shapes our reality about race, gender, crime and injustices; photo.
37	Flash talks address inclusivity in art Northern Iowan 115:14, p.4	10/11/2018	Art students Joel Wisner, Michelle Patrilla and Mariah Piippo presented during "Flash Talks - Inclusive Art Exhibits Power" as part of the Iowa Museum Conference held at Rod Library on October 8; photos.
38	'That's So Gay' art exhibition Northern Iowan 115:2, p.2	08/27/2018	A new art exhibit will be shown at the UNI Gallery of Art in the Kamerick Art Building. The exhibit showcases works by LGBT artists and LGBT subject matter; photos.
39	LTE: addressing hate crimes through unity Northern Iowan 114:50, p.3	04/12/2018	In his letter to the editor Professor Steve Corbin calls attention to hate crimes and puts out a challenge to Christians, Muslims and Jews to lead the way in bringing down the hate crime crusade.
40	LGBT representation in'Love, Simon' Northern Iowan 114:48, p.3	04/05/2018	The author writes on how the movie 'Love, Simon' is having a culturally impact in terms of LGBT representation.
41	Welcoming a new Military Service coordinatior Northern Iowan 114:32, p.2	01/29/2018	Military and Veteran Student Services welcomed Chiquita Loveless as their new Coordinator. Writer Kelsey Chidley explains the extent of what the coordinator does and other groups she works with that help veterans; photo.
42	Uprising to publish in fall and spring Northern Iowan 114:25, p.4	11/30/2017	The latest edition of Uprising Magazine will focus on the issues surrounding the LGBTQ+ community and mental health; photo.
43	"Band-Aids on bullet holes" Northern Iowan 112:22, p.1	11/12/2015	Ethnic Student Promoters (ESP) and various staff, students, and faculty protest the lack of administrative action on discrimination on campus; photos.
44	Dear future panthers... Northern Iowan 112:21, p.1	11/09/2015	After members of Ethnic Student Promoters (ESP) boycotted an open house focusing on multicultural recruitment, UNI, ESP, the Black Student Union (BSU), Hispanic Latino Student Union (HLSU), and other multicultural student organizations held a forum on November 5 for students to discuss experiences with discrimination; photos.
45	Drag-A-Ganza: spooky and sassy Northern Iowan 112:18, p.1	10/29/2015	UNI Proud held their Halloween Drag-A-Granza in Lang Auditorium on October 27; photos.
46	A note for the next time you use 'f--' Northern Iowan 112:15, p.3	10/19/2015	Thompson shares his struggle with homophobic hate speech.
47	Jeopardizing the Union Northern Iowan 112:10, p.1	10/01/2015	The LGBT* Center and UNI Veterans Association hosted a Jeopardy-style trivia night in Maucker Union on September 28; photo.
48	Student voices Northern Iowan 112:4, p.5	09/10/2015	Students Gunnar Whisler, Kaylee Zumdome, and Tucker Olson answer the question "How has the LGBT* Center made you feel more welcome on campus?"
49	War on Christianity Northern Iowan 112:4, p.1	09/10/2015	In the author's opinion, the war on Christianity in America is rhetoric manufactured by the Republican party and conservative Christian politicians, and distracts from real issues of injustice; photo.
50	Fight apathy, become an activist Northern Iowan 111:54, p.5	04/30/2015	Stormy O'Brink urges people to push for social change; photo.