-
JAN
23
Gamma Rho Lambda Rush - Infosession 1
12 – 2:00pm, SC South, River Oaks Room
Gamma Rho Lambda an all inclusive, multicultural LGBTQ sorority on campus. Spring 2019 Rush is happening January 22nd-February 4th. Attend 1 of any 3 mandatory info sessions to learn more!
-
JAN
28
Gamma Rho Lambda Rush - Infosession 2
5 – 7:00pm, SC South, Montrose District Room
Gamma Rho Lambda an all inclusive, multicultural LGBTQ sorority on campus. Spring 2019 Rush is happening January 22nd-February 4th. Attend 1 of any 3 mandatory info sessions to learn more!
-
JAN
31
Gamma Rho Lambda Rush - Infosession 3
3 – 5:00pm, SC South, Montrose District Room
Gamma Rho Lambda an all inclusive, multicultural LGBTQ sorority on campus. Spring 2019 Rush is happening January 22nd-February 4th. Attend 1 of any 3 mandatory info sessions to learn more!
-
JAN
31
12 – 2:30pm, Student Center North, Synergy Rm 212
The Speakers Bureau is a group of trained volunteers who are willing to share with others about their lives and experiences related to the LGBTQ+ community. This training will give you the tools to speak on panels that educate our campus about LGBTQ people and issues. Great candidates for this program would be those identifying as LGBTQ+, their children or spouses, as well as seasoned allies.
-
JAN
31
Out in STEM Panel
3:00 – 4:30pm, Student Center South, Heights Rm 224
In partnership with Career Services for STEM Career Week, we are hosting a panel of out LGBTQ professionals in STEM fields. Professionals include medical professionals, professors, engineers, and more representing Baylor College of Medicine, Dow Chemical Company, PROS, and the University of Houston. The first hour will be storytelling by the panelists and Q∓A followed by 30 minutes of refreshments in a casual environment.
-
FEB
1
2 – 4:30pm, Student Center North, Synergy Rm 212
The Speakers Bureau is a group of trained volunteers who are willing to share with others about their lives and experiences related to the LGBTQ+ community. This training will give you the tools to speak on panels that educate our campus about LGBTQ people and issues. Great candidates for this program would be those identifying as LGBTQ+, their children or spouses, as well as seasoned allies.
-
FEB
7
Learning Abroad While LGBTQ
2:30 – 4:00pm, Student Center South, Midtown Rm 262
In partnership with the Learning Abroad Office, we are hosting a panel of out LGBTQ individuals and learning abroad professionals to chat about their experiences and things to consider as an LGBTQ person. Also, use this opportunity to ask questions, learn about scholarships, and take away inside tips.
-
FEB
11
12:45 – 4:00pm, Student Center South, Heights Rm
Training assists faculty, staff and students in increasing their awareness of issues that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people face. In a non-threatening setting, CAT teaches participants to create an accepting campus environment for UH’s LGBTQ population. Allies are given a placard to display as a visible statement of support for the LGBTQ community.
-
FEB
12
12:00 – 1:15pm, Student Center South, Bayou City Room 219
In an effort to increase awareness for the LGBTQIA community, this workshop educates UH students, faculty and staff on terminology, pronouns, heteronormative privilege and inclusive practices in support of the LGBTQIA community.
-
FEB
22
10:00 - 10:45am, Student Center North, Room 201
Students have the opportunity to get involved on campus by volunteering at events, workshops, awareness tables, and in the office for the LGBTQ Resource Center. Attend a training and volunteer according to your own schedule. Accrue volunteer hours and earn incentives.
-
FEB
28
11:30am – 1:00pm, Student Center South, Downtown Rm 261
This workshop will cover the spectrums within the Asexual, Aromantic, and Agender identities.
-
MAR
3
12:00pm Registration, Sam Houston Park (1000 Bagby St., Houston, TX 77002)
All students, faculty, alumni, and staff are invited to represent the Cougars by walking in the 3K AIDS Walk Houston and/or raising funds for the AIDS Foundation Houston & LGBTQ Resource Center. Learn more about our team.
-
MAR
8
8:45am – 12:00pm, TBD
Training assists faculty, staff and students in increasing their awareness of issues that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people face. In a non-threatening setting, CAT teaches participants to create an accepting campus environment for UH’s LGBTQ population. Allies are given a placard to display as a visible statement of support for the LGBTQ community.
-
MAR
19
2:00 - 2:45pm, Student Center North, Room 201
Students have the opportunity to get involved on campus by volunteering at events, workshops, awareness tables, and in the office for the LGBTQ Resource Center. Attend a training and volunteer according to your own schedule. Accrue volunteer hours and earn incentives.
-
MAR
20
2:00 – 3:30pm, Student Center South, Midtown Rm 262
This workshop designed to increase the nderstanding of the Gender Spectrum and people who do not necessarily see themselves as man or woman.
-
MAR
28
Doors open at 6:00 PM, Student Center South, Theater
Ignacio is a Queer, Trans, Two-Spirit, Black, Boricua, Taíno who prefers the gender-neutral pronoun “they.” Ignacio is an activist, writer, educator, filmmaker, performance artist and mother. Their body of work has focused on gender and sexuality; specifically on queer, trans, kink and sexual liberation issues within a race/class dynamic. For more information about Ignacio G. Rivera, visit www.igrivera.com
-
MAR
29
This scholarship aims to encourage LGBTQ students to pursue studies at the University of Houston. Each scholarship is a one-time award in the amount of ($250 each semester) or one $500 award paid in the Fall semester (if student is graduating in the Fall Semester). Open to incoming freshmen, undergraduate, and graduate students.
-
APR
3
6:00 – 9:00PM; Student Center South, Multipurpose Rm 237
This local community training is to support safer, brave spaces for LGBTQ people witha focus particularly on Latino men living with or affected by HIV/AIDS. It is open to the community and individuals of all identities and statuses. To RSVP, please email info@campuspride.org
Hosted by Campus Pride, ViiV Healthcare, and UH LGBTQ Resource Center.
-
APR
10
2:00 – 3:15pm, Student Center North, Senate Chamber Rm. 204
In an effort to increase awareness for the LGBTQIA community, this workshop educates UH students, faculty and staff on terminology, pronouns, heteronormative privilege and inclusive practices in support of the LGBTQIA community.
-
APR
12
1:00 – 2:30pm, Student Center South, Bayou City Rm 219
This workshop will provide participants an opportunity to learn more about gender neutral pronouns and how to use them in real life scenarios. The atmosphere will be casual and safe to practice using pronouns such as they/them/theirs, xe/xem/xyr, and more!
-
APR
22
Trans Affirming Resource Fair
11:00-1:00 PM; Butler Plaza (in front of MD Anderson Library)
The Sexuality & Gender Acceptance (SAGA) Squad is hosting a transgender affirming resource fair and t-shirt giveaway from the gender diverse community and allies. T-shirts given out on a first come, first serve basis. Limited supplies available.
-
MAY
3
Doors open at 7 PM; Ceremony starts at 7:30 PM, Student Center South, Multipurpose Rm
Lavender Graduation is an annual ceremony conducted on campus to honor lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and ally students and to acknowledge their achievements and contributions to the University. All faculty, students, alumni, staff, family and friends are invited to attend and celebrate. The LGBTQ Alumni Association will be hosting the reception immediately following the ceremony. Graduates must register by April 22nd.
-
JUN
3
12:45pm – 4:00pm; Clinical Research Services Center (CRS) 598, Room 139
Training assists faculty, staff, and students in increasing their awareness of issues that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people face. In a non-threatening setting, CAT teaches participants to create an accepting campus environment for UH’s LGBTQ population. Allies are given a placard to display as a visible statement of support for the LGBTQ community.
-
JUN
22
UH @ Houston Pride Parade
Line up time starts at 6:00 PM; Parade starts at 8:00 PM; Downtown Houston
To walk in the parade with the LGBTQ Resource Center and alumni, please RSVP.
-
JUL
18
Cougar Ally Training - Registration Full
8:45am – 12:00pm; Midtown Room 262, Student Center South
Training assists faculty, staff, and students in increasing their awareness of issues that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people face. In a non-threatening setting, CAT teaches participants to create an accepting campus environment for UH’s LGBTQ population. Allies are given a placard to display as a visible statement of support for the LGBTQ community.
-
AUG
27
Open House
11:00am – 4:00pm, Student Center North, Room 201
As a part of Campus Prowl we are hosting an open house for students, faculty, and staff to explore our space, meet our staff, and learn about our services and programs. We can't wait to get to know you!
-
AUG
29
Volunteer Program Training - Registration
11:00am – 11:45am, Student Center North Synergy Rm. 212
Students have the opportunity to get involved on campus by volunteering at events, workshops, awareness tables, and in the office for the LGBTQ Resource Center. Attend a training and volunteer according to your own schedule. Accrue volunteer hours and earn incentives.
-
SEP
4
Volunteer Program Training - Registration
12:00pm – 12:45pm, Student Center South Museum District Rm. 211
Students have the opportunity to get involved on campus by volunteering at events, workshops, awareness tables, and in the office for the LGBTQ Resource Center. Attend a training and volunteer according to your own schedule. Accrue volunteer hours and earn incentives.
-
SEP
6
1:00 – 3:30pm; Student Center North, Synergy Room
A speakers bureau consists of a panel of trained volunteers who are willing to speak about their lives and experiences. This training will give you the tools to speak on panels that educate our campus about LGBTQ people and issues.
-
SEP
9
Volunteer Program Training - Registration
1:00pm – 1:45pm, Student Center South Museum District Rm. 211
Students have the opportunity to get involved on campus by volunteering at events, workshops, awareness tables, and in the office for the LGBTQ Resource Center. Attend a training and volunteer according to your own schedule. Accrue volunteer hours and earn incentives.
-
SEP
10
2:30 – 5:00pm; Student Center North, Impact Room
A speakers bureau consists of a panel of trained volunteers who are willing to speak about their lives and experiences. This training will give you the tools to speak on panels that educate our campus about LGBTQ people and issues.
-
SEP
11
LGBTQ Ice Cream Social
3:00 – 5:00pm; Student Center South, Multipurpose Rm.
Come and treat yourself. Our ice cream social gives students an opportunity to meet the LGBTQ Resource Center staff, student organization leaders, fellow Coogs, and campus representatives in a casual environment with ice cream, games, great prizes, and more! Students will also have an opportunity to learn more about the programs and services offered through the Center such as Speakers Bureau, the Mentor Program and SAGA Squad.
-
SEP
25
LGBTQ Awareness Workshop - Registration
3:00 – 4:30pm; Student Center South Heights Rm. 224
In an effort to increase awareness for the LGBTQIA community, this workshop educates UH students, faculty and staff on terminology, pronouns, heteronormative privilege and inclusive practices in support of the LGBTQIA community.
-
SEP
26
10:30am – 1:30pm
Want to become a mentor to an LGBTQ peer and make a difference? Unlike faculty and staff, you know the ins and outs of what it's like to be a student right now. Learn more about being a mentor or a mentee.
-
SEP
27
2:00 – 5:00pm
Want to become a mentor to an LGBTQ peer and make a difference? Unlike faculty and staff, you know the ins and outs of what it's like to be a student right now. Learn more about being a mentor or a mentee.
-
OCT
1
12:45 – 4:00pm; SC South Midtown Rm. 262
Training assists faculty, staff, and students in increasing their awareness of issues that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people face. In a non-threatening setting, CAT teaches participants to create an accepting campus environment for UH's LGBTQ population. Allies are given a placard to display as a visible statement of support for the LGBTQ community.
-
OCT
10
Volunteer Program Training - Registration
10:00am – 10:45am, Student Center South Museum District Rm. 211
Students have the opportunity to get involved on campus by volunteering at events, workshops, awareness tables, and in the office for the LGBTQ Resource Center. Attend a training and volunteer according to your own schedule. Accrue volunteer hours and earn incentives.
-
OCT
18
Fluidity Conference
TBD; Student Center South, Houston Room
In celebration of National Coming Out Day and LGBTQ History Month, the LGBTQ Resource Center is sponsoring a campus conference for students, by students focused on the spectrum of sexuality and sexual orientation as it relates to visibility, activism, intersectionality, and more. Call for conference proposals and registration coming soon!
-
OCT
22
Cougar Ally 2.0: Trans 101 – Registration
11:00am – 12:30pm; SC South Heights Rm. 224
This workshop will introduce participants to transgender terms, issues, and identities. They will gain a better understanding of the experiences and needs of the transgender community on campus in order to cultivate a culture of trans inclusion.
-
OCT
30
Coming Out Monologues
6:30pm; Student Center South, Theater
Join us as we partner with GLOBAL for the 5th annual production of the Coming Out Monologues. The Coming Out Monologues are performed each fall and gives LGBTQ students the opportunity to share their own stories and experiences. Some stories are sad and some funny, but all empower people to embrace their identities. Doors open at 6:15 PM. Audition information coming soon.
-
OCT
31
LGBTQ Awareness Workshop - Registration
1:00 – 2:30pm; Student Center South Heights Rm. 224
In an effort to increase awareness for the LGBTQIA community, this workshop educates UH students, faculty and staff on terminology, pronouns, heteronormative privilege and inclusive practices in support of the LGBTQIA community.
-
NOV
6
Cougar Ally 2.0: Understanding (Trans)Gender – Registration
12:00 – 1:30pm; SC South Heights Rm. 224
This workshop will review transgender terms, issues, and identities. Participants will gain a better understanding of the gender spectrum and societal expectations about "acceptable" gender expressions. They will examine their own views in an effort to expand their acceptance of varying gender expressions.
-
NOV
15
8:45am – 12pm; SC South Midtown Rm. 262
Training assists faculty, staff, and students in increasing their awareness of issues that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people face. In a non-threatening setting, CAT teaches participants to create an accepting campus environment for UH's LGBTQ population. Allies are given a placard to display as a visible statement of support for the LGBTQ community.
-
DEC
7
Fall Lavender Graduation
10:30am – 1:00pm, Student Center Multipurpose Room
Are you graduating in December? Join other LGBTQIA+ graduating students, alumni, and distinguished guests as we recognize your accomplishments and unique experiences. Graduates are welcome to invite their friends, family, and supporters to join us for the ceremony and brunch. As a graduate, you will receive either a lavender or rainbow graduation cord and certificate. Registration and RSVP opening soon!
