“I’m here as an ally for my cousin,” said MNSU student Emma Gabbert, who was carrying a handmade, painted sign that read, “Love Note Hate.” The LGBT Center had a large turnout for Pride, and many people shared what Pride means to them, and why they attended the parade. “It’s just a wonderful opportunity to find community and spend some time with fellow queer people” “Pride to me means an opportunity to unapologetically be yourself, to have wonderful experiences, and to showcase some support for the members of our community who may be having a hard time coming out and feeling comfortable,” said Joey Novak, who walked with the MNSU LGBT Center. This past Saturday, Minnesota State University, Mankato, along with many from south central Minnesota, showed up and out for Mankato pride.
