Lady Gaga Studies

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Date(s): Thursday, August 6, 2026
Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm
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Event Description

Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way” music video is a complex political and artistic statement. Vince Tripi, a public historian with Expanding Horizons, will guide you on a deep dive into the themes of identity, queerness, and literature. The presentation will include a group viewing of a music video, after which Vince will discuss the various aspects of the “born this way” school of identity.

About Vince

Vince Tripi is a public historian, educator, and founder of Expanding Horizons, which creates accessible LGBTQ+ history exhibits shown across the Midwest. A Milwaukee Pride board member since 2017, he curates PrideFest’s history exhibit and leads community-focused programming. An award-winning instructional designer and LGBTQ+ advocate, Vince blends rigorous research with engaging storytelling to bring overlooked queer histories to public life.

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Ann Arbor Area Pride Events

June may be Pride month, but Ann Arbor celebrates throughout the summer. AADL’s The Big Gay Read is mostly in July, and Ann Arbor Pride is in August. Check out these upcoming LGBTQ+ events.

	Date/Time	Event
💙🆓	July 29 6:30pm-7:30pm	The Big Gay Read \| Horror Movie Trivia at Pittsfield Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	July 31 6:00pm-7:30pm	The Big Gay Read \| Community Craft Night at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	August 1 12:00pm-9:00pm	Ann Arbor Pride at Main Street Area, Ann Arbor MI
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💙🆓🎟	August 14 6:00pm-9:00pm	Pride at the Y at Ann Arbor YMCA, Ann Arbor Michigan
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