Every time a college student comes out to me, I learn more about pride

As a professor, I practice pride. College students who confide in me teach me how

An openly queer professor has become the keeper of countless little love stories — and in the process she has learned why pride still matters.

Every time a college student comes out to me, I learn more about pride

Essay by Carolyn O’Laughlin, CNN I am the keeper of countless little love stories. And each student who has entrusted me with their truth over the years has helped me remain brave and out. As Sunday marks the anniversary of the Stonewall uprising, I’m also reminded that their trust has fueled my drive to do and discuss difficult things. A college student lingers after class after everyone else files out. She asks an inconsequential question, hes…