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They/their/them
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Pretty much since the beginning of my life, I didn’t identify with my assigned gender. The colour pink, dresses, dolls… none of it was really my thing.
Luckily I had some pretty supportive parents that...
A word from Jonny Sopotiuk
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I was first elected as president of UMSU in 2008. I quickly realized that I would be expected to be a representative of the queer community through my role. Shortly after my election an article...
Leading by example
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Anyone who knows, or has talked to Chris Voth personally, understands the calibre of person that he is.
Most would define him as a kind and confident leader, with numerous accolades to his name.
His accomplishments...
How to react when a friend comes out
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The first time a friend came out to me, I had no idea how to react. Consequently I’ve always remembered that uncertain experience with a tinge of regret.
Though I felt I was being supportive...
How to be an ally
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Admittedly, I’m not the perfect ally.
Like many people, I am often guilty of failing to recognize hidden biases and assumptions towards the LGBTTQ* community that creep into my everyday thoughts and actions. I decided...
The asterisk
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There’s no one proper acronym for the lesbian, gay, bi, and transgender community. Whether it’s GLBT*, LGBTQ or LGBTQIA, it’s all referring to the same people: the four listed above, plus two-spirited, queer, intersex,...
Polling stations in new places
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This year will mark the first UMSU general election for which polling stations are available at certain locations across the University of Manitoba’s Fort Garry campus, places such as Migizii Agamik (Bald Eagle Lodge)...
