| |
Monday, April 3:
• Silent tribute, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Main Mall
A silent tribute to those who have lost their lives to hate crimes. Displays will line the Main Mall to
raise awareness and pay tribute to these tragedies. Come and go as you please. Organized by
Zeta Sigma Chi Multicultural Sorority, Inc. Located in front of the Tower (Main Building):
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/mai.html
• LGBTQ Speak Out, 2 p.m., BUR 208
A panel of LGBTQ students will give voice to their thoughts about community, hopes and
disappointments, and needs from allies. Presented by the Gender and Sexuality Center's
Speakers' Bureau. Located in Burdine 208: http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/bur.html
• Safe Space Ally training, 7-9 p.m., GAR 5 – e-mail info@UTsafespace.com by 3/30 to sign up
Do you want to learn how to become an ally to LGBTQ individuals? Students are invited to come
to the training and begin to learn about the concept of heterosexism and how it can be
dismantled with the help of heterosexual allies. Space is limited, so please sign up by e-mailing
your name to info@UTsafespace.com by March 30. Participants will receive a Safe Space Ally
Placard so they can visually affirm their commitment. Located in Garrison 5:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/gar.html
• Consequences of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell,” 7p.m., LBJ School of Public Affairs, Room 3.109
Join for us a panel discussion with Anne Wynne, founder of the Atticus Circle, and Col. Paul
Dodd, chaplin (US Army Ret.). Since its inception in 1993, "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" has resulted in
the discharge of nearly 10,000 American service members as well as a countless number of
LGBT individuals who have chosen not to pursue military service. Wynne founded Atticus Circle,
a non-profit dedicated to achieving equality for all partners and parents, regardless of sexual
orientation. Presented by the Harvey Milk Society, the GLBTQA group at the LBJ School of
Public Affairs. Located in room 3.109 of the LBJ School:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/srh.html
Tuesday, April 4:
• Homophobia in the Greek Community, 5 p.m. (note the time change), location TBA
Discussion presented by Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. and Lambda Theta Phi Latin Fraternity,
Inc.
• We're Here, We're Queer—Who Cares? Activism Workshop, 5-6:30 p.m., BUR 216
Equality Texas presents, "We're here, we're queer--who cares?" An open discussion debunking
the myth of gay acceptance and its affect on the activist community. Snacks and sodas will be
provided. Sponsored by the GLBTAAA. Located in Burdine 216:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/bur.html
• She Says Safe Sex Presentation, 7 p.m., Texas Union 3.128
Presented by She Says and University Health Services. Located in the Texas Union room 3.128:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/unb.html
• Trans Panel, 7 p.m., Garrison 7
Join StandOut for a panel discussion of being transgender. Trans students will share about their
lives and experiences, as well as entertaining questions from the audience at the end of the
presentation. Located in Garrison 7: http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/gar.html
Wednesday, April 5:
• Fight to Give Life Day
Food and Drug Administration policy prevents men who have had sex with another man from
giving blood. On April 5, The Fight to Give Life campaign urges you to attempt to give blood and
answer, YES!, to the question "Are you a man who has had sex with a man, even once, since
1977?" Visit http://www.fighttogivelife.org for more information.
• Safer Sex Awareness, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., West Mall
Join the boys from Q who will be dispensing information and implements for safer sex. Several
campus LGBTQ organizations will be tabling on the West Mall as well. Located on the West
Mall, just south of the FAC: http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/fac.html
• Brown Bag with Bettie Naylor, 12:15 p.m. in LBJ Student Lounge
Naylor was one of the first out lesbians to lobby on behalf of the community in the Texas
legislature, one of the original founders of the Lesbian Gay Rights Lobby (now Equality Texas)
and continues to work on behalf of the community today. Come meet her, hear her story with
Q&A to follow. Includes free lunch! Presented by the Harvey Milk Society. Located in the LBJ
student lounge in the LBJ School: http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/srh.html
• Free HIV testing, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., SSB G1.104
Located in the Student Services Building, room G1.104 on the ground floor:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/ssb.html
• Out for Business: GLBT Speakers Panel, 4 p.m., Business School Ford Career Center
Conference Room CBA 2.116
Join us as we have discussions with several GLBT corporate representatives about our diversity.
This event is all about us in the business world. If you have questions about what it means to be
GLBT in the workforce we have a mix of exciting companies that bring their unique vision and
experiences to campus. Most of us eventually have to find employers so why don't you find one
that truly values your diversity. The business world is changing and it's a great time to learn more
about it. I hope to see you all there. Located in the Business School Ford Career Center
Conference room, CBA 2.116: http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/cba.html
Afterwards, join us for GLBT Business Dinner hosted by PriceWaterhouseCoopers. The event will
allow ten students to network with PwC executives. This is an fantastic opportunity to learn more
about PwC and it's commitment to GLBT issues. Please RSVP to
James.Manon@bba04.mccombs.utexas.edu. Dress is business casual, restaurant to be
determined.
• Trans 101, 7 p.m., Jester Malcolm X Lounge
Come learn about what it means to be transgender and what those in the trans community face.
This learning opportunity will focus on basic trans knowledge, including what terms such as
"gender identity," "transsexual," and "genderqueer" mean. Learn how to become an ally to trans
communities in your actions and words. Presented by Safe Space and Students for Equity and
Diversity. Located in the Malcolm X Lounge of Jester Center:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/jes.html
• HangOut coffee, 10 p.m. at Little City on Congress
Join HangOut for its weekly coffee night at Little City at 916 Congress Avenue (near the state
Capitol). The event is informal and social. Little City closes at midnight.
Thursday, April 6:
• Creating safe schools for LGBT Youth, 6 p.m., PAR 208
Aimed toward future teachers and all who are interested in securing a safe educational
environment, this session will discuss obstacles that LGBTQ youth face in schools and what can
be done to eliminate discrimination. Terminology, statistics and resources will be shared.
Presented by Teaching for Social Justice. Located in Parlin 208:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/par.html
• Getting involved in Austin's LGBT community, 6-7:30 p.m., BUR 108
A panel of representatives from various LGBT organizations throughout Austin will talk about their
groups and how to get involved. The session will include Q&A with the speakers. Presented by
the Austin Alliance for Social Justice and the GLBTAAA. Located in Burdine 108:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/bur.html
• XYX eXperience featuring Lorenzo Herrera y Lozano, 7-9 p.m., Texas Union Room 4.118
A monthly, multi-layered arts series tempered through the lens of gender and sexuality. This
series provides audiences with an interactive experience through opportunities for audience
participation. Featuring audience open mics, guest artist performances, interviews, and audience
Q&As. This session will feature Lorenzo Herrera y Lozano. Presented by the Gender and
Sexuality Center. Located in room 4.118 of the Texas Union:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/unb.html
• Brokeback Mountain screening, 9 p.m., Texas Union Theater – UT ID required
The Student Events Center Film Committee will be showing Brokeback Mountain in the Texas
Union Theater at 6p.m. then again at 9 p.m. UT ID required for entry. Each ID permits entry of
holder plus one guest. Located in the Texas Union Theater:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/unb.html
Friday, April 7:
• Visibility picnic, Turtle Pond behind Tower, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Weather permitting, bring your lunch and join your friends at the Turtle Pond for conversation and
fun. Come and go as you please. Presented by HangOut. Located by the Turtle Pond, just north
of the Tower (Main Building): http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/mai.html
• Our House to the School House, 3-4:30 p.m., GEA 114
Join us for a presentation and panel on how educators and families can partner for safe schools.
Presented by the Austin chapter of PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and
Gays) and the GLBTAAA. Located in Gearing 114:
http://www.utexas.edu/maps/main/buildings/gea.htm |
![[queerUT]](../images/queertx.jpg)
