Matthew Cullings

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My hidden disabilities were visible for a day

Matthew Cullings July 13, 2026

Tuesday night, I had the worst nightmare ever. My dream consisted of a cacophony of people screaming, “But you don’t look like you have a disability!” while posing like Queen in the “Bohemian Rhapsody” music video. Scary to the average person — but reflective of my daily life as someone with hidden disabilities.  I was unusually tired when I woke up on Wednesday morning. As I lifted from my slumber and approached the bathroom mirror . . . something peculiar had occurred. My disabilities were now a wee bit visible.  On my head was a giant tattoo consisting of an arrow…

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SFU president Joy Johnson in a stunning sequin dress, extending her arm into the air. Falling from her pockets are wads of cash. The crowd is cheering for more!
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The life of an SFU president

Matthew Cullings December 8, 2025

[Verse 1: SFU student] Her name was Joy Johnson,  Spent SFU’s money without precaution, While every elevator on the mountain was stoppin’, That’s OK, she’s was online shoppin’. This is her playhouse, We’re just all dolls in a jailhouse, Johnson’s…

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A black and white photograph of the CAL office at SFU Burnaby campus.
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Airport security vs. CAL: Welcome to the accommodated life

Matthew Cullings July 31, 2025

My palms sweat as my student ID slides through my hands. Butterfingers. As I draw nearer to the checkpoint, I feel the weight of a thousand bullets piercing through my skin. I wipe away a pound of sweat.  I approach…

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