The Statesman

Lack of inclusive sex education is hurting queer students

Anya Marquardt • March 21, 2023

#OPINION: I wasn't shown a condom in school until my senior year at a mandatory meeting for students attending prom. Yes, I knew what a condom was — but only from the internet.

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Trans rights activist Aydian Dowling visits the Wang Center

Daniel Wu • October 1, 2022

On Sept. 21, transgender rights activist and model Aydian Dowling gave a presentation on his journey as a transgender man at the Charles B. Wang Center. The presentation conveyed Dowling’s experience of coming out as transgender.

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As Texas attacks trans youth, solidarity remains vital

Christine Kelley • March 6, 2022

#OPINION: Trans liberation movements are globally active. Our mere existence proves that Gov. Abbott is wrong. Come look for us. We aren’t going away anytime soon.

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House of Shade provides safe space for black LGBTQ* students

Rebecca Liebson and Elisha Asif • February 13, 2019

“We are here and whether or not you like us, we are here to stay,” they said. “We’re a prominent force to be reckoned with.”

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Achieving true political correctness

Kraig Klein • March 18, 2018

If we need to create gender equality in our language, we need to search thoroughly and correct the etymology of words like “human.”

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Trans women’s rights are women’s rights, too

Genie Ruzicka • March 19, 2017

If we are truly committed to safety for all women, trans women must be a part of the conversation, and they must lead this conversation.

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We need to protect trans youth

Joseph Konig • February 26, 2017

Like the attempts to ban refugees and deport undocumented immigrants, this is about children. Children who are suffering already.

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Why I modeled for the Sex and Relationships Issue

Derrick Wegner • February 22, 2017

I am a queer, transgender man that loves his body and I want people to see that.

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What sexuality do you identify with?

Dorothy Mai • February 9, 2016

As people are becoming more aware of themselves and the people around them, there are many more options to identify with in terms of sexual and romantic orientation.

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Transgender students face obstacles on campus

Kelly Saberi • January 22, 2016

Choosing a new name is a big step for transgender or gender nonconforming students, but changing names on university rosters and email addresses can be a difficult process.

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Professor leads first national study of transgender youth

Kelly Saberi • February 25, 2015

Stony Brook University assistant psychology professor Nicholas Eaton, Ph.D., is leading the first large-scale national study of socially-supported transgender youth.

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Sex change is a constitutional right

Elsie Boskamp • October 23, 2014

The 21st century has been an era of change, especially within the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities. Equality is of the utmost importance to these groups, and it seems NYC agrees.

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