Join Queer Coalition and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies on Wednesday, February 21 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. for a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th century writer Mercedes de Acosta. This most recent iteration of the ongoing Queer Talks Lunch ‘n’ Learn series will be held in Milner Library Room 213C.
Unit: Queer Coalition
Queer Talks Lunch ‘n’ Learn to survey recent transgender legislation
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and Queer Coalition, Illinois State’s LGBTQIA+ graduate student, staff, and faculty affinity group, are teaming up with the Dean of Students Office to provide a survey of recent anti-trans legislation and its potential impact on ISU students led by Brigid Aslin and Students’ Attorney Samantha Vazquez.
WGSS, Queer Coalition to host “Fighting Florida’s Stop WOKE Act” Zoom event
On Friday, October 6, at noon, faculty from the University of Central Florida will join ISU via Zoom for “Fighting Florida’s Stop WOKE Act,” a discussion on defending free speech and social justice in higher education through the opposition of Florida HB7. The event is free and open to the public.
Civil Service September Spotlight: Jamie Anderson
The Civil Service Council will feature a Civil Service employee at Illinois State University each month to highlight an exceptional colleague and the outstanding work being done on campus. This month, learn about and applaud Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program administrative aide Jamie Anderson.
Queer Coalition to host event welcoming members back to campus August 25
Queer Coalition, Illinois State University’s sponsored LGBTQIA2S+ staff, graduate student, and faculty affinity group, will gather at The Coffeehouse (114 E. Beaufort St., Normal) on August 25, to welcome new and returning members to campus.
Queer Coalition creates impactful legacy
Established by a group of Illinois State University faculty and staff as a support system for the LGBTQIA2S+ community, Queer Coalition (QC) stands as an emblem of inclusion and unity on the University’s campus.
Queer Coalition to hold Pride Picnic June 17
Queer Coalition, a sponsored faculty, graduate student, and staff affinity group of Illinois State University, will hold a catered picnic at Anderson Park in Normal on Saturday, June 17, 2022, from 2-4 p.m. in celebration of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month.
Rainbow Bingo at the Multicultural Center, April 18, 2023
Rainbow Bingo will cover trivia from queer history, famous actors, and historical media moments.
2023 WGSS Student Research Symposium, April 27
Keynote scholar Kate Manne will present “He Said, She Listened: On Epistemic Entitlement, Mansplaining, and Gaslighting” at the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Student Research Symposium.
Queer Coalition to hold Transgender Day of Visibility Sashay, March 30
Queer Coalition, a faculty, staff, and graduate student affinity group at Illinois State University, will celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility on Thursday, March 30, with a sashay around the Quad.