Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Student Development
Annual Events
National Coming Out Day and LGBT History Month
National Coming Out Day is an internationally observed day of awareness for discussing gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) issues. It is celebrated by members of the LGBT communities and their allies in an effort to promote public visibility of gay rights and display pride amongst LGBT individuals. On this day, people of all sexual orientations are encouraged to live openly and embrace their identity as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or straight individuals.
National Coming Out Day was founded October 11, 1988 by gay rights leaders and activists Robert Eichberg and Jean O'Leary. The day was created in celebration of the Second National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights, in which 500,000 people marched on D.C. for gay and lesbian equality. Today, National Coming Out Day is celebrated around the world.
2011 LGBT History Month
Just Dance! Gaga vs. Beyonce Dance Party Look Alike Contest! Prizes! Saturday, October 1
8pm, West Commons Ballroom
International LGBT Rights Series
Arsham Parsi: LGBT Rights in Iran Monday, October 3
Potomac Lounge, 7pm
National Coming Out Day
Coming Out Monologues Tuesday, October 11
Potomac, 6pm
QSU Coffeehouse Tuesday, October 18
Potomac Lounge, 6pm
PRIDE Mentor Fall Training Friday, October 21
Noon-5pm, UU313
QSU Fall Drag Show Thursday, October 27
8pm, Chesapeakes
LGBT Student Development, Center for Student Diversity
University Union, Room 313 (map) (How to use the map link)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 6 p.m.
8000 York Road | Towson, MD 21252 | 410-704-2000
