Programs
Fall 2023
Gayme Hang — Every Monday, 3:00-4:00 pm in Sykes 250
Stop by the CTQA (Sykes 250) on Mondays 3-4p to hang out, socialize, and play board games!
Welcome Back — Wednesday, September 13, 2023, 2:00-4:00 pm in Sykes 252
Welcome back Golden Rams! We hope you were able to experience rest and rejuvenation during winter break! We are so excited to kick start the year and reconnect with you. Come and go as you please as we enjoy snacks, play games, have coloring activities, chat, and collect LGBTQIA+ swag! This event is open to everyone, so feel free to bring friends!
Queer Movie Night — Thursday, September 28, 2023, 5:00-8:00 pm in Sykes 250
Join us for a night of snacks and cinema in our center (Sykes 250) on Thursday, September 28 at 6:00pm. We encourage you to dress comfy and bring blankets.
Paint and Popsicles — Monday, October 9, 2023, 2:00-4:00 pm in Sykes 252
Join the Center for Trans and Queer Advocacy for painting and popsicle social to celebrate Coming Out Week!
International Pronouns Day — Wednesday, October 18, 2023, 1:00-3:00 pm in Sykes Food Court
Join the Center for Trans and Queer Advocacy in Sykes Food Court to celebrate International Pronouns Day with free DIY pronouns pins and other swag!
Beyond Black and White: The Asexual and Aromantic Spectrums — Monday, October 23, 2023, 3:00-4:00 pm, Sykes 254
Still confused about the A in LGBTQIA+? Maybe you have a friend or family member who just came out as ace or aro. Or maybe you're questioning whether you may fall under that a-spectrum yourself? Join us as we celebrate Aro Week by learning the terms, discussing diversity, and breaking down the myths around aro and ace identities.
Aspec in Media — Thursday, October 26, 2023, 2:00-4:00 pm in Sykes 254
Join us to celebrate queer media past, present, and future! We'll break down how far we've come, talk about our favorite media, including movies, TV, books, comics, music, social media, podcasts, and theatre, and look ahead to what we hope to see more of. Because representation matters!
2023 Ruby Jones Conference on Race Social Justice and Civic Leadership — Saturday, October 28, 2023
The Ruby Jones Conference on Race, Social Justice, & Civic Leadership is designed to create an educational environment where students, faculty and staff can engage in learning that will raise awareness and promote action-oriented dialogue about racial, cultural and social issues that impact how they experience life on campus, in communities and in society.
Celebrating Trans Joy — Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 1:00-3:00 pm in Sykes 252
To celebrate Transgender Awareness Week, let’s practice our Trans Joy! Join the Center for Trans and Queer Advocacy for two social hours of snacks, activities, and community.
Finals Prep Stress Less Event — TBA
If you're feeling overwhelmed by finals and classes, maybe we can help! Join CTQA for an afternoon of pizza, therapy dogs, coloring pages, and more! All are welcome to celebrate the end of the semester with us. Hope to see you there!