LGBTQ Part i notes 2-7

Section i Research:

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) Campus Center

1. Research goals:

2. Questions to answer:

3. LGBT Campus Center Description (Website and Visit):

Group Members:

· Age: college age, both undergrad and graduate

· Background: various

· Level of education: college

Organizational Setting:

Aim/Goals:

The Mission of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) Campus Center is to strengthen and sustain an inclusive campus community for LGBTQ and allied students by eliminating heterosexism, homophobia, and gender identity oppression. Our goal is to provide the services and resources necessary to meet the social, emotional, academic and cultural needs of LGBTQ students. We constantly strive to meet our mission through:

1. Educating the campus community about issues of sexual orientation and gender identity
2. Providing a safe space for students to socialize, study, and access resources
3. Organizing and hosting programs and social/support groups
4. Advocating for the needs and concerns of LGBTQ students
5. Empowering students through leadership development

History:

Resources:
1. Staff: 9 staff members (says 7)
2. Volunteers:
3. Equipment: VCR, DVD player, TV, computers, books, movies
4. Office space:
5. Printed materials:
6. Internet: YES
7. Programs: Speakers Bureau to visit dorms/classes/etc., support groups, library
8. Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: 10am-5:00pm
Saturday: closed
Sunday: 12:00 - 5:00pm
9. Academics links: LGBTCC Library, LGBT Studies Certificate, Study Abroad, University Committee on GLBT Issues, Women’s Studies Program

10. Opportunities for Involvement: Mentor, LGBT Peer Educator, Ally, Visit the CC, Support Group Leader, Attend Events, Volunteer, LGBT Reception

11. More Resources:
Student Organizations
Religious/Spiritual
Transgender
Intersex
Bisexual
Queer People of Color
National Organizations
Safety and Health
Sexual and Domestic Violence
Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Counseling Services
Women's Issues
Marriage and Legal Issues
Harassment
University Housing/Off-Campus Housing
LGBT Foundations Sources of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Anti-Gay Links
Reparative Therapy & Ex-Gay