Column: Uncharted territory
When Mack Beggs pinned down his final opponent in the Texas state wrestling championship, the crowd erupted. However, among the loud applause, traces of boos and jeers were heard. “They […]
Tag: transgender
‘I’m not alone in this’ — “The Vagina Monologues” returns with two sold-out performances
A group of women gathered together in a candlelit restaurant, women who were once simply acquaintances and neighbors a few months ago. They held one another, laughed and cried with […]
Candlelight in the darkness — Palouse community gathers for candlelight vigil in honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance
Among the candlelight and powerful words, members of the Moscow community gathered in Friendship Square Friday night to remember the lost lives of transgender people for the Transgender Day of […]
A different side of diversity — Transgender 101 Staff Training explores the nuance of gender identity and expression
When students, colleagues or community members have questions about the nuances of gender and sexuality, Julia Keleher likes to refer to the gender unicorn. The graphic of a purple unicorn, […]
Seeking moderation – Influential leaders have an obligation to stay moderate on most issues
Do influential leaders, whether it is the Pope or the President of the United States, have an obligation to keep their opinions fairly moderate on social issues? That is not […]
Writing on the Wall event aims to destroy harmful stereotypes
In a little over five minutes, the wall would come down. The drywall structure, which stood all afternoon Wednesday outside the Idaho Commons, was a part of The Writing on […]
The fight for LGBT rights is still an uphill battle in the United States
Let”s take a quick look at the current issues happening in the State of Mississippi. It is one of the most obese states in the United States, which is one […]
Greek Speak: A culture of acceptance
A look at the transgender community within the Greek system From the announcement of Caitlyn Jenner, to Emmy Nominated Laverne Cox, the transgender community has been receiving more and more […]
Transitioning to truth
Bruce Jenner embodies courage, hope for the future Editor’s note: Bruce Jenner told ABC’s 20/20 that he preferred the pronouns “he” and “him” until he officially finishes his transition. […]
Let a girl pee already – Transgender, gender non-conforming discrimination incredibly harmful, needs to stop
On April 8, 25-year-old Ally Robledo, a transgender woman, was given a no-trespass order shortly after leaving Rosauers grocery store in Lewiston, according to several stories published on local news […]