LGBTQ Heritage Month Events
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Fall 2012
Division of Student Affairs, Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs
LGBTQ Heritage Month Opening Reception
National Coming Out Day Workshop
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Thursday, October 11, 2012
11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Greenhouse, Mack Student Center, North Campus The LGBTQ History Month Opening Reception features members of Queerocracy, a grassroots organization working to promote and realize social and economic justice through activism and education. Members of the organization discuss current issues and concerns of the LGBTQ community during this election season. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs, Office of Multicultural and International Student Programs, and The Pride Network Contact: 516-463-6796 or international@hofstra.edu
7-8:30 p.m. 205 Breslin Hall, South Campus National Coming Out Day is an internationally observed civil awareness day celebrating individuals who publicly identify as members of the LGBTQ community and their allies. Join The Pride Network and a guest speaker as they share experiences and discuss what it means to be a member of the LGBTQ community. Sponsored by The Pride Network Contact: hofstra@thepridenetwork.org
LGBTQ in America Today – A Diversity, Dialogue and Desserts Series
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Monday, October 8, 2012
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6-7:30 p.m. Plaza Room West, Mack Student Center North Campus Join us for a discussion about current issues and concerns of the LGBTQ community. Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs and The Pride Network Contact: Carla.Proietti@hofstra.edu
Icon photographs are courtesy of lgbthistorymonth.com.
Sponsors: Division of Student Affairs Office of Multicultural and International Student Programs Center for Civic Engagement The Pride Network Office of Student Leadership and Activities
Day of Dialogue X: Marriage: For Gays, for Straights, or for No One? Wednesday, October 10, 2012 10:10-11:05 a.m. Plaza Room West, Mack Student Center North Campus At a time when the United States is engaged in a political and cultural battle over gay marriage, this panel addresses one of the underlying issues: Should marriage as an institution be abolished? One school of thought argues that we should extend the protections and benefits of marriage to more groups in order to attain an egalitarian society. The other side contends that the way to achieve an egalitarian society involves abolishing civil marriage. Join us as we explore how our legal system dictates how intimate relationships should be lived and arranged by reference to the model of marriage. Sponsored by the Center for Civic Engagement Contact: Kenny.CorderoRubinos@hofstra.edu
National Coming Out Jeans Day Thursday, October 11, 2012 Please join the Division of Student Affairs in supporting the LGBTQ community by wearing jeans or a jean patch to collectively show our support. Jeans Day began at Rutgers University in 1974 as a way to promote equal rights for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning individuals. Since that time, Jeans Day has spread to other colleges and universities throughout the country. Members of the Hofstra community dressed in professional attire may pick up a jean patch with a pin in the Mack Student Center Atrium, North Campus, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Sponsored by the Office of Student Leadership and Activities Contact: 516-463-6914 or OSLA@hofstra.edu
Open Mic Night 8-10 p.m. Plaza Room Middle, Mack Student Center North Campus The Pride Network invites members of the Hofstra community to show off their talents – singing, dancing, poetry reading, etc. The audience is welcome to participate. Please contact The Pride Network if you are interested in being part of the show. Sponsored by The Pride Network Contact: hofstra@thepridenetwork.org
Drag Show Wednesday, October 24, 2012 8-10:30 p.m. Student Center Theater, Mack Student Center North Campus Join The Pride Network for its annual drag show featuring professional and student performers who dress as members of the opposite sex and put on a show for the Hofstra community. There will be interaction between host Tiah Carrera and the audience. The performers will be available for autographs and pictures outside the theater, after the show. Sponsored by The Pride Network Contact: hofstra@thepridenetwork.org
How to Be an Effective LGBTQ Ally/Advocate Thursday, November 1, 2012 4-5 p.m. 246 East Library Wing, Axinn Library, South Campus An LGBT ally is defined as a member of the straight community who supports equality and equity for members of the LGBTQ community, and advocates for LGBTQ rights. This session reviews the historical and current roles of LGBTQ allies and advocates, and explores ways to be successful allies and advocates, both at Hofstra and beyond. Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs, Office of Multicultural & International Student Programs, and The Pride Network Contact: 516-463-6796 or MISPO@hofstra.edu
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Friday, November 2, 2012 8-10 p.m. Student Center Theater, Mack Student Center North Campus The Pride Network invites the Hofstra community to join us for a showing of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Enjoy a classic movie with lots of audience participation! Sponsored by The Pride Network Contact: hofstra@thepridenetwork.org Hofstra University is an EO/AA/ADA educator and employer.
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