Older generations may flinch at the use of the word “queer,” uncomfortably shuffling it into a category of forbidden terms. Yet Pride students are hoping that discomfort opens up narratives with their “Color Me Queer” campaign.
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Honoring National Day of Silence April 17
The Pride student organization invites everyone to take part in the National Day of Silence on Friday, April 17.
LGBT student leader takes pride in Illinois State
Senior Matt Rillie was part of the team that brought the nation’s largest LGBT college conference to Illinois State.
Two grads proud to create first LGBT alumni network
Illinois State alum Dave Bentlin remembers nervously driving circles around Fairchild Hall on Wednesday nights back in the early 1980s, trying to build up the courage to walk in.
New LGBTA alumni network forming
Illinois State alumni networks have always offered graduates the chance to stay connected with campus and each other. Now a new alumni network is forming that will bridge time and distance for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and ally (LGBTA) alumni. The new LGBTA Alumni Network is the brainstorm of several faculty and staff, including
Experience diversity through food
Experience diversity through food at the Taste of D.A.O. at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7, in in the Student Services Building, room 375. The Taste of D.A.O. is a collaborative program designed to give students, faculty and staff a “taste” of diversity and culture that extends beyond the enjoyment of great food. Through interactive presentations