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A group of Caucasian adults posing with plaque and in front of a banner, "A US West Employee Resource Group for Gays and Lesbians; EAGLE". Left to right: Unidentified, Sharon McCartney, Roger Labbs, Bev, Rick, Sandy Waldren, Terry Sweeney, Pat…

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An image of March on Washington for Lesbian, Gay, and Bi Equal Rights and Liberation brochure, "Regional Conference Eagle (Employee Association for Gays and Lesbians) 1993" next to clear plastic bag of colorful strips.

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Photograph of a pride flag made by Terry Sweeney and Pat Phalen. The flag was carried in several Pride parades including the 1993 March on Washington and was on display at many Pride events.

Description provided by donor Terry Sweeney: "Living…

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Photograph of an award given to New Voice of Nebraska by A.N.G.L.E., Inc. The plaque is rectangular in shape and made of wood with a black face framed in gold with gold type. Minor scratches on front. Produced by Center Trophy in Omaha, NE.

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Photograph of an award given to Pat Phalen in 1993 by A.N.G.L.E., Inc. The award is rectangular wood with a black plaque framed in gold with gold type. Item was produced by Center Trophy in Omaha, NE.

Award reads, "A.N.G.L.E, Inc. Presents…

This videotape is from circa 1986 with footage of Christmas gift opening with Terry Sweeney’s family (at Delories’ home), at Sam’s (believed to be Sam Mandina), the River City Mixed Chorus performing at Union Pacific headquarters and the River City…

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Photograph of an award given to Pat Phalen by the Imperial Court of Nebraska (ICON) for community service. The plaque is in the shape of Nebraska and made of wood with a silver face and black type.

Award Reads, "Imperial Court of Nebraska…

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Photograph of an award given to Terry Sweeney by the Imperial Court of Nebraska (ICON) for community service. The plaque is in the shape of Nebraska made of wood with a silver face and black type.

Award Reads: "Imperial Court of Nebraska…

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Photograph of a framed calligraphy ad commissioned by Terry Sweeney and Pat Phalen. Created for the ICON coronation VI program. Calligraphy by Jonathan Schneider. Item has a white base with black calligraphy, a pink matte, and a gold frame. There is…

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Photograph of an award given to Terry Sweeney by EAGLE (Employee Association for Gays & Lesbians). The plaque is rectangular in shape with a wood back, silver frame, and pink face with white type. Item has various scratches on front side and was…

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Photograph of an award given to Pat Phalen by EAGLE (Employee Association for Gays & Lesbians). The plaque is rectangular in shape with a wooden back, silver frame, and a pink face with white type. Produced by Regal Award in Omaha, NE.

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Photograph of an award given to Terry Sweeney by EAGLE (Employee Association for Gays & Lesbians). The plaque is rectangular in shape and made of wood with a pink face and white type. Item has some scratches on front side.

Award reads, "EAGLE -…

Employee Association For Gays and Lesbians award given to Terry Sweeney and Pat Phalen. (The New Voice of Nebraska, Vol. June 1995, Page 25: http://queeromahaarchives.omeka.net/items/show/1689) The award is a bronzed eagle mounted upon a wood…

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Photograph of a plaque presented to Pat Phalen in 1997 by the Imperial Court of Nebraska (ICON). The award is rectangular red and gold with a black face with gold type. There are minor scratches on front side. Item was produced by Center Trophy.…

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Photograph of Fantasy award given to Pat Phalen and Terry Sweeney. The plaque is in the shape of the state of Nebraska and is made of wood with a black face and gold type. Some scratches on reverse side.

Award reads, "Fantasy Award - Pat & Terry…

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Photograph of award given to Patrick Phalen and Terry Sweeney by Metropolitan Community Church of Omaha, Nebraska. The award is a clear plastic top with a black base.

Award reads, "Founder's 500 - Vision Architects for Metropolitan Community…

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Newsletter of the Omaha Gay Freedom League, GAY FREEDOM, August 19, 1972

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Unidentified Caucasian man with full beard and mustache dressed as one of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence wearing nun's costume, white gloves with black polka dots, a necklace with a convex mirror attached, and red, white, and blue face paint at…

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Tom Peterson (a Caucasian man on left) with friend (Latino person on right), both smiling.

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Five unidentified people of Caucasian and unknown ethnicity standing in a cheerleading formation, all wearing white t-shirts with black pants and white tennis shoes while holding a large white pom-pom in each hand.

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An unidentified person selling pins while wearing head-to-toe black and white striped costume. The clothing includes a large head-dress or hat, double-tiered Bertha collar, long fitted sleeves, fitted bodice and full gathered peplum, multiple…

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Two unidentified Caucasian people selling pins while wearing costumes of black, white, black & white stripes, and full face makeup; person on left wearing a black hat with black lace veil and person on right wearing a white hat with white, all-over…

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Two unidentified people wearing black tank tops with silver studded black leather bracelets or cuffs embracing each other in a hug.

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Unidentified people standing at center of a stadium with some people standing shoulder-to-shoulder in two rows approximately three yards apart, backs facing the center, all leading toward a stage at the stadium's end.

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Unidentified people observing from stadium seats and sidelines, marching and participating (presumably event staff and/or volunteers) in Parade of Nations at the Gay Games II opening ceremony.

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Unidentified people dressed in all red, yellow, green, blue, or purple costumes and carrying corresponding colored flags on the stadium field as part of a choreographed procession during the Gay Games II opening ceremony.

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Complete formation of unidentified people dressed in red, yellow, green, blue, or purple costumes and carrying corresponding colored flags on the stadium field as part of a choreographed procession during the Gay Games II opening ceremony.

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Unidentified people observing marchers and participants (presumably event staff and/or volunteers) in Parade of Nations and States at Gay Games II from stadium seats and sidelines.

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Parade of States procession during the Gay Games II opening ceremony with focus on Los Angeles, California, in the foreground.

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Parade of States with California's procession in the foreground and Assembly of State(s) in a group on the field during the Gay Games II opening ceremony.

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Lighting the flame in the Gay Games cauldron during the Gay Games II opening ceremony. The cauldron was formed by a purple isosceles triangle, point facing down and flanked by red half cloud shapes (possibly the top half of a heart shape, if the…

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An unidentified person lighting the Gay Games flame in the Gay Games cauldron during the Gay Games II opening ceremony. The cauldron was formed by a purple isosceles triangle, point facing down and flanked by red half cloud shapes (possibly the top…

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An unidentified person lighting the Gay Games flame in the Gay Games cauldron. The cauldron was formed by a purple isosceles triangle, point facing down and flanked by red half cloud shapes (possibly the top half of a heart shape, if the triangle is…

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Overhead display at Gay Games II Opening Ceremony reads "Welcome Gay Games II Triumph In 86" message banner towed by small airplane.

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Smoke Display of Pride Colors at Opening Ceremony of Gay Games II.

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Smoke Display of Pride Colors at Opening Ceremony of Gay Games II.

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Parade of Nations procession walking past unidentified colorful costumed people standing in a double row approximately two people apart during the Gay Games II opening ceremony.

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Pat Phalen in Nebraska hat at Gay Games II in San Francisco, California.

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Pat Phalen holding Gay Games II miniature Flag (white with red text, "Triumph in '86" and "Gay Games II" plus Games' logo in red).

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Mile High Freedom Bands marching in white fedora hats with black ribbon or hat band at Gay Games II.

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Unidentified Caucasian people playing instruments in a marching band walking with the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence at Gay Games II. The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence are all unidentified people of unknown ethnicity wearing black & white female…

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Finish of the men's 200 meter race at Gay Games II.

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Men's 200 meter race (mid-race) at Gay Games II.

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Men's 200 meter race (mid-race) at Gay Games II.

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Men's 200 meter race (mid-race) at Gay Games II.

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An unidentified Caucasian person standing in line holding a javelin at Gay Games II.

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Sitting on grass and waiting, discus from team Portland, Oregon.

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An Asian American person sitting in stands at Gay Games II.

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An unidentified person of unknown ethnicity wearing red shorts, winding up in preparation to throw discus at Gay Games II.

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An unidentified Caucasian person wearing pink shirt, winding up in preparation to throw discus at Gay Games II.

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View from behind of unidentified Caucasian and probable Latino American people performing in "Celebration '90 Festival Chorus" while wearing long-sleeved t-shirts with text, "Celebration '90 Festival Chorus" and logo consisting of Earth (globe),…

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Eight unidentified people of unknown ethnicity carrying the official Gay Games flag during the official entry at Gay Games III in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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A large crowd of unidentified people of unknown ethnicity with large banners reading "POLAND" and "JAPAN" visible at the opening ceremony for Gay Games III in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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An unidentified person of unknown ethnicity paddling an orange kayak at Granville Island in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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View of Granville Island Bridge, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, from water's edge on a cloudy day.

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Wide angle shot of "Celebration '90 Festival Chorus" group, pre-performance taken from the audience view at the front at Gay Games III in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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Tight shot of "Celebration '90 Festival Chorus" group, pre-performance taken from the audience view at center front at Gay Games III in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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Wide angle shot of "Celebration '90 Festival Chorus" performance viewed from the audience at Gay Games III in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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Two unidentified Caucasian people hugging at Gay Games III in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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Chuck (A Caucasian man wearing tank top and shorts) with an unidentified Caucasian person at medal ceremony at Gay Games III in Va.ncouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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Chuck (Caucasian man) wearing tank top and shorts at Gay Games III in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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Fish shop at Granville Island Public Market in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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Fresh fruit and vegetables for sale at Granville Island Public Market in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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Parade of Athletes at Gay Games III in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

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Click here to access the video, Gay/Lesbian Awareness Week. Run Time, 0:35:19.

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Photograph of a plaque given to Pat Phalen in 1989. The award is wooden with black front and silver type. The plaque was produced by Regal Awards in Omaha, Nebraska.

The text on the plaque reads, "We Succeed Through People - Presented to Patrick…

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Photograph of a chandelier that formerly hung in Omaha's Stars Bar. Description provided by owner Terry Sweeney: "The Gold Crown Chandelier hung proudly in a piano bar that was part of the Stars Restaurant/bar. Located in Omaha, Nebraska's Old…

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Terry Sweeney with pull-a-long entered with Dick Brown in the Missouri River Raft Regatta, a race between South Sioux City, Nebraska and Omaha, Nebraska. A triangle was added with entry #56 and called "Gay Buoyz".

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Photograph of an award from the Imperial Court of Nebraska (ICON). Award is wood with silver face and black type.

Award reads, "Thank you for your service & dedication to the Gay/Lesbian Community. Emperor IX - Joe Reed, Empress IX - Felice…

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Click here to access the interview, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies: Interview with Bob DarcyAn oral history interview with Bob (Robert) Darcy concerning his childhood in Marinette, Wisconsin, his time at Yale University, his coming out story, and his…

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Click here to access the interview, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies: Interview with Carla RuizAn oral history interview with Carla Ruiz concerning her experiences as a transgender woman, acceptance and lack of acceptance from various members of her…

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Click here to access the interview, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies: Interview with Carolyn FiscusAn oral history interview with Carolyn Fiscus, Professor at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, concerning her life as a lesbian Native America woman,…

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Click here to access the interview, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies: Interview with Daniel CobosAn oral history interview with Daniel Cobos concerning his status as a gay, Latino man, his time in the U.S. Air Force, and his career working at an HIV and…

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Click here to access the interview, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies: Interview with Lauren WardAn oral history interview with Lauren Ward concerning her status as a white, gay woman, her experiences in LGBTQ communities in multiple states, her work at…

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Click here to access the interview, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies: Interview with Lynne MyttyAn oral history interview with Lynne Mytty concerning her life as a transgender woman, working in sociology, her involvement with various LGBTQ+…

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Click here to access the interview, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies: Interview with Michael GordonAn oral history interview with Michael Gordon concerning his status as a gay man, his reflections on significant LGBTQ milestones, and his involvement…

This oral history interview is restricted until May 13, 2039, or the death of the interviewee.

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Click here to access the interview, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies: Interview with Nick NewmanAn oral history interview with Nick Newman concerning growing up as a gay man, coming out to friends and family, his partners, and his experience with AIDS…

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Click here to access the interview, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies: Interview with Steve JacksonAn oral history interview with Steve Jackson concerning his life growing up as a gay man, his relationships with his friends and family, how his sexuality…

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Click here to access the interview, Introduction to LGBTQ Studies: Interview with Terry SweeneyAn oral history interview with Terry Sweeney concerning his life as a gay man in Omaha, his partner Patrick Daniel Phalen, and activism in local LGBTQ+…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Aaron AupperleMr. Aaron Aupperle, conversion therapy survivor and LGBTQ+ advocate, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on May 1, 2019 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Aupperle shared information…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Alanna FaisonMs. Alanna Faison, science fiction writer and LGBTQ+ advocate, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on April 2, 2018, in Omaha, Nebraska. Faison shared information about…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Ann CannonMs. Ann Cannon, Omaha business leader and LGBTQ+ advocate, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on December 4, 2018 in Omaha, Nebraska. Cannon shared information about growing up…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Antonio JacksonMr. Antonio Jackson, LGBTQ+ advocate, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on August 1, 2019 in Omaha, Nebraska. Jackson shared information about his upbringing in Omaha,…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Ashley SwartzMs. Ashley Swartz, Nebraska farmer and LGBTQ+ advocate, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on March 28, 2018, in Malmo, Nebraska. Swartz shared information about her…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Barbara DiBernardDr. Barbara DiBernard, retired UNL English and Women's and Gender Studies Professor and LGBTQ+ activist, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on December 1, 2017 in…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Borin ChepMr. Borin Chep, LGBTQ+ advocate and UNO graduate student, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on March 22, 2018 in Omaha, Nebraska. Chep shared information about growing up as a…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Cami Cavanaugh-Rawlings

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Cei LoofeCei Loofe, LGBTQ+ advocate and poet, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on January 19, 2018 in Omaha, Nebraska. Loofe shared information about growing up throughout small towns…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Chuck Martens Mr. Chuck Martens, long-time Omaha LGBTQ+ advocate, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on January 16, 2019 in Omaha, Nebraska. Martens shared information about growing up on…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Destiny SturdivantMs. Destiny Sturdivant, Omaha comedian and LGBTQ+ advocate, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on September 20, 2018 in Papillion-La Vista, Nebraska. Sturdivant shared…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Donald Callen FreedDr. Donald Callen Freed, educator and LGBTQ+ advocate, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on July 31, 2019 in Omaha, Nebraska. Freed shared information about his…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Emily BorgmannMx. Emily Borgmann, poet and educator, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on March 28th, 2019 in Omaha, Nebraska. Borgmann shared information about growing up in small-town…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Eris KoleszarMs. Eris Koleszar, Omaha community activist and musician, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on August 28, 2018, in Omaha, Nebraska. Koleszar shared information about her…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Ferial PearsonDr. Ferial Pearson, Omaha educator and activist, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on April 11, 2018, in Ralston, Nebraska. Pearson shared information about her upbringing…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Gary EmenitoveMr. Gary Emenitove, retired broadcaster and performer with the River City Mixed Chorus, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on February 20, 2018 in Omaha, Nebraska. Emenitove…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with George WolfDr. George Wolf, retired UNL Associate English Professor and LGBTQ+ activist, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on December 1, 2017 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Wolf shared…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with Harry Di LiseHarry Di Lise, retired social worker and founding member of Nebraska AIDS Project, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on November 28, 2017 in Omaha, Nebraska. Di Lise shared…

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Click here to access the interview, LGBTQ+ Voices: Interview with James PenningtonJames Pennington, Omaha psychotherapist, was interviewed by Luke Wegener on October 20, 2017 in Omaha, Nebraska. Pennington shared information about their sheltered,…
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