Nearly every day at lunchtime, Zavier Shorts is out on the quad, performing and practicing acrobatics. Most Hami students have at one time paused in their daily routine to marvel at this spectacle, recognizing his control, artistry, and talent. These impromptu “shows” have become a remarkable feature of the lunchtime landscape.  Though Zavier’s acro sessions may have transformed into a somewhat normalized aspect of Hami culture over the course of this year, it's worth shinin

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The civil rights and mental health of queer youth in America are currently under attack. Queerphobia is an illness perpetuated by a...