April, 2025 - The McKendree Review

30Apr

By Bogey D. BearcatNo Comments

Advice

Dear Bogey: A Queer Questioning Bearcat

Dear Bogey, I have had wonderful experiences in college so far. I feel like I have truly found myself here. College has allowed me the freedom to explore things like my sexuality, spirituality, and gender. But it has been some time since I have seen my family, and through my new experiences, I have learned that I no longer fit into the identity that my parents would like me to have. I currently identify as non-binary, but every day I struggle internally of whether or not I'm being true to myself by holding onto parts of a gender I no longer identify as. Looking in the mirror every morning makes me wish I were born as the opposite sex, and I am mulling over labeling myself as transgender. I'm mostly worried that my parents may not accept me. My partner has been amazing and supportive th...

Celebrating the Retirement of Dr. Joni Bastian

By Grace Gross, Editor-in-Chief Photography by The McKendrean As many of you know, Dr. Joni Bastian is retiring this Spring semester. "Dr. Joni Bastian, vice president for student affairs and one of the university’s most beloved staff members, has been serving the campus community and making plenty of positive changes for 3[6] years" (The McKendrean). In celebration of Dr. Bastian's many years of hard work, I interviewed her about her time at McKendree. What inspired you to pursue a career in student affairs and higher education? "I was very involved in leadership activities, including a New Student Orientation Leader, a Resident Assistant, a Student Ambassador, and a Preview Guide during my undergraduate years. I remained in close contact with my supervisors after graduation...

Dear Bogey: Privacy Patty

Dear Bogey, I need your help with an extremely nosy friend. Recently, I have made a new friend, Katelyn, and we have been getting along quite well. However, whenever we hang out, she always asks questions within context of a conversation. Sometimes, within the conversation, I understand why she asks questions, however, she will ask questions about every statement I make. Whenever I go out, she always asks what I am doing, where I am going, and what is happening. She'll even follow up after I am done going out. Lately, it has been frustrating me, and I want to address the problem; however, I don't want to hurt her feelings. What should I do? Sincerely, Privacy Patty Dear Privacy Patty, I can certainly see why this situation would be frustrating. It sounds like you and your ...