Cassidy Naypauer, Author at The Buckeye Flame

Cassidy Naypauer

Cassidy Naypauer is a future Speech-Language Pathologist who has always been passionate about writing, languages, and travel. She double-majored in speech pathology and Spanish at Miami University, and is currently pursuing her Master’s in speech pathology at Baldwin Wallace University.

This tiny Ohio village is only .52 square miles. But they’re celebrating their 1st Pride in a big way.

By Cassidy Naypauer ● Community ● May 13, 2022

In 1895, Minerva Park was an amusement park. Now they’re a small village with a diverse community ready for their first Pride.

2022 Ohio LGBTQ+ Pride Guide

By Cassidy Naypauer ● Community ● May 11, 2022

With returning favorites and inaugural events, there are over 80(!) LGBTQ+ Pride celebrations happening all throughout Ohio in 2022.

They didn’t see a free LGBTQ+ inclusive health clinic. So a group of Ohio college students opened one.

By Cassidy Naypauer ● Health & Wellness ● May 6, 2022

Launched on April 14th as part of the Columbus Free Clinic, the Rainbow Clinic offers a range of services for LGBTQ+ clients.

LGBTQ+ Meet the Candidates Social to give Ohioans face time with candidates

By Cassidy Naypauer ● Policy/Legislation ● April 15, 2022

We chatted with Brad Henry of Get the Vote Out to learn more about this event and the opportunity it presents for political engagement.

Ohio filmmaker debuts documentary of the LGBTQ+ journey, hugs & unconditional love of Mama Bears

By Cassidy Naypauer ● Bisexuality/Bi+ ● April 1, 2022

The film showcases the transformative journey many mothers take to look past prejudices and love their children unconditionally.

Ohio concert melds Christians, queers, and rock music for an affirming—and entertaining!—experience

By Cassidy Naypauer ● Culture ● March 27, 2022

People of all identities and beliefs are welcome to come together for a queer Christian rock concert featuring Semler.

Upcoming Ohio Unity Summit brings together LGBTQ+ education, law, and policy

By Cassidy Naypauer ● Policy/Legislation ● March 21, 2022

This upcoming event will help participants imagine an Ohio where LGBTQ+ citizens are valued, respected, and accepted by our communities.

Queer Band Geeks, Rejoice! The debut YA novel from a Columbus author has you covered

By Cassidy Naypauer ● Youth ● March 2, 2022

“It’s just a bunch of teenage shenanigans and a marching band that is very, very queer,” says Columbus author Skye Quinlan.

Meet the 21-year-old Ohioan challenging norms in the field of communication sciences & disorders

By Cassidy Naypauer ● Youth ● February 25, 2022

Nora Mahon, currently an undergraduate CSD major at Cleveland State University, is challenging norms.

In a red Ohio county with a “hidden” LGBTQ+ community, a 2nd annual Pride is coming together

By Cassidy Naypauer ● Community ● February 7, 2022

Over 100 people celebrated Lake County Pride in 2021 at a picnic with food and fun for the whole family. 2022 will be bigger and better.

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