August 22, 2017 |
Authenticity, Diversity, LGBTQ+ Issues, Transgender Issues
By: Jeremy Wallace, CAMPUSPEAK Speaker It’s back to school time again, and for many students, time to head to campus! Attending a college or university is exciting, but can also be overwhelming, and the apprehension and nervousness may be even greater for those students who identify as transgender, gender queer or gender non-conforming. The best […]
August 8, 2017 |
Diversity, First Year Experience, Health & Wellness, LGBTQ+ Issues, Mental Health, Social Justice, Suicide Prevention
It’s that dreaded back to school season. We’re almost there—with the exception of you lovable overachievers going year round or on trimesters—the countdown to the fall semester officially has begun. Many students are probably wondering: How am I going to start off strong? How am I going to juggle classes along with my new relationship and […]
July 11, 2017 |
Authenticity, Diversity, LGBTQ+ Issues, Transgender Issues
When I was in college, there were moments when I thought I knew who I really was, but I was afraid to embrace the idea that I might be “different” from others, or that I may not be exactly what I thought was expected of me. I was scared to open up and explore my […]
March 7, 2017 |
Authenticity, Diversity, LGBTQ+ Issues, Transgender Issues
When I was in high school, I remember checking out the college and university brochures, trying to decide which campus looked like the best fit for me. Like many prospective students, I looked at the city or town the campus was located in, the overall vibe of the community, what kinds of activities were […]
September 13, 2016 |
Authenticity, Diversity, LGBTQ+ Issues, Transgender Issues
Once I transitioned from female-to-male eight years ago, I was able to live life as my true authentic self. I am embracing the change and progress I have witnessed, not only in who I am, but also in the world around me. I grew up thinking that I was the only one who felt out […]
August 18, 2015 |
Authenticity, LGBTQ+ Issues
On the morning of June 26, I was glued to my computer, tuned in to the SCOTUS Blog relentlessly refreshing my browser waiting for the decisions on the same sex marriage case. I knew that it was a moment in history that, no matter the decisions, would have a major impact on the world. I […]
