Spring 2024 Programs & Events
January
January 16: Bayard Rustin & Queer Black History
When: 12:00-1:00
Where: Shepherd Union 321
What: Come and learn about Bayard Rustin, discuss his work and legacy, and enjoy arts & crafts
February
February 6: LGBTQ+ Black History
When: 12:00-2:00
Where: Shepherd Union 323, LGBTQ+ Center/Women's Center Suite Lounge
What: LGBTQ+ Black History and Culture arts & crafts
February 15: Pal-entines! A Valentine's alternative event!
When: 12:00-2:00 PM
Where: Shepherd Union 321
What: Watching Spiderman: Across the Spider-verse
February 22: Game night
When: 5:00-8:45 PM
Where: Shepherd Union 320
What: A game night! Students are encouraged to bring their own tabletop (eg card games and board games) and handheld games.
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March
March 14: The Peace & Possibility Speaker Series presents Erin Reed
When: 1:00-2:00 PM
Where: Wildcat Theater, Shepherd Union
What: From History To Headlines: Trans Rights And Resistance In The Modern Rainbow Scare
Join us for a presentation by a distinguished transgender journalist, Erin Reed. In "From History to Headlines: Trans Rights and Resistance in the Modern Rainbow Scare," we delve into the rich history of transgender existence, underscoring its integral role in the human experience as well as the many challenges transgender people have faced throughout time. We will trace the journey from historical presence to current cultural moments, shedding light on the specific laws and societal dynamics impacting the transgender community today. We will navigate the modern 'Rainbow Scare,' with the aim to improve understanding of the lived realities and strategic considerations transgender individuals face daily. We will culminate with insights on advocacy and how to support the transgender people in your life.
March 19: LGBTQ+ Women's History Month Event
When: 11:30am-1:30pm
Where: Hetzel Hoellein Room, Stewart Library (LI), Room 321
What: Join the Women's Herstory Month planning committee, the LGBTQ+ Center, and Equality Utah in having a conversation with a trailblazing leader for LGBTQ+ Rights in Utah, Olivia Jaramillio. Olivia's presentation will provide an overview and opportunity to discuss local issues impacting the LGBTQ+ student community at Weber State University. Find more here (link).
The luncheon is scheduled from 11:30am to 1:30pm on Wednesday, March 19th in the Hetzel Hoellein Room located in the Stewart Library (LI), Room 321. Please RSVP for this luncheon. Space is limited. So please sign up at your earliest convenience and the sign-up link will expire once we reach full capacity.
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you!
March 26: Trans Day of Visibility (Observed) [CANCELLED]
April
April 11: Zine Arts & Crafts
When: 12:00-2:00 PM
Where: SU 320
What: Join the LGBTQ+ Center as we make zines using magazine cutouts, markers, pens, pencils, etc. We'll also talk about the overlap between zine culture, DIY culture, and queer culture.
April 18: End-of-the-semester celebration
When: 12:00-2:00 PM
Where: SU 321
What: More details TBA
April 25: Lavender Graduate Celebration
When: 12:00-2:00 PM
Where: TBA
What: An opportunity to celebrate LGBTQ+ undergraduate and graduate students who graduate in Summer 2023, Fall 2023, or Spring 2024.