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Q² : Thinking Outside of the Boxes
As a current student at Concordia University, it is not uncommon for my e-mail inbox to become inundated with messages from various departments or groups from the university asking me to “read this”, “apply for this”, “participate in this” and the ever-popular, “fill out this survey”. If it’s a ...read more!

Other new articles in our dossiers:
•	People of color > Invisible, Black, and Gay
•	High-school > Homo-syllabus: Attending School for Gay & Lesbian
•	Transsexuality > My Daughter’s Brave Choice

Bluntly, My Life
Here lies a synopsis of excruciating memories turned into sarcastic folly. I was an adopted little girl, dubbed the "Asian tomboy." Because I was repeatedly mistaken for male I did not mind allowing sports to be an influtential part of my life. During the teenage acne phase I found comfort draping myself in oversized solid colored attire from Russell's Athletic Wear. ...read more!

New stories :
•	Project Error
•	Clear Skies Would be a Plus
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Should I kill myself if my teacher reacts badly to my love for him? - Prem
Hi Prem, Thank you for writing in. It sounds like you are living through a very difficult and confusing period. First, you are coming to terms with your sexual orientation. I think you are saying that you see yourself currently as mostly attrac... read more!

Other new questions & answers:
•	Should I come out as bi or gay?
•	How do I juggle my feelings for my boyfriend and my best friend?
	>> View all questions & answers

Previously in our news :
•	HIV Info Rights Program Launched for Québec
•	V-Day Montreal Works to End Violence
•	ID Cards for the Revolution
AlterHeros think tank:
•	When perception keeps gays and lesbians away from the big picture
•	Doctor, when will you stop assuming that we’re heterosexual?
•	Get an A+ in HIV/AIDS knowledge: A quiz on HIV/AIDS knowledge
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