Signature Programs & Events

Fall Events

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Rainbow Welcome

Rainbow Welcome is a 2-3 hour orientation program for LGBTQ+ students and allies who are interested in learning more about the educational initiatives and resources the Q Center offers for the LGBTQ+ campus community.

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OUTober Pride Month

October is National LGBTQ History Month so we celebrate with Pride! Look for lectures, workshops, film discussions, and more, all aimed at developing deeper knowledge, understanding, and ability to think critically about issues of sexual and gender diversity.

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Transgender Awareness Week

Transgender Awareness Week is a time for transgender people and their allies to take action and bring attention to the community by educating the public and advancing advocacy around the issues of prejudice, discrimination, and violence that transgender people face.

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Spring Events

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Transgender Liberation Series

A series of weeks dedicated to active allyship and meaningful action in the interest of liberating the trans community from systemic oppression and social violence. More information coming soon!

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National Day of Silence

Day of Silence is a national event where people take a vow of silence to highlight the historic and ongoing silencing and marginalization of LGBTQ people. In the U.S. and worldwide, LGBTQ people face abuse, harassment, discrimination, violence, homelessness, poverty, and suicide. Our Day of Silence protest takes on many forms, but we always invite the entire campus community to participate with us. Be sure to look for calls to action in the spring!
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Lavender Celebration

The first Lavender Graduation ceremony was held at the University of Michigan in 1995. Dr. Ronnie Sanlo saw an opportunity to include many students who felt invisible during their college years and who were skipping the official graduation ceremony altogether. Today, Lavender Graduation is a key component of commencement season at many campuses throughout the country. Following this tradition, Lavender Celebration incorporates keynote speakers, entertainment and the annual Pride Awards. Each graduate is presented a lavender tassel as we celebrate student success! The 7th Annual Lavender Celebration will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 29, 2023, in C4-Multipurpose Room!