National LGBTQ+ History Month takes place from October 1 through October 31 celebrating the history of gay rights, related civil rights movements, and the achievements of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBTQ+) individuals. First observed in 1994, October was selected to coincide with National Coming Out Day on October 11 and to commemorate the first and second marches on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights in October of 1979 and 1987.
It is important to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month. Though celebrated once a year, the lessons learned during the month will be relevant throughout the year. Below are a few ways you can build community while celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month.
Juneteenth Event: Emancipation Screening
Dunes Medical/Professional Building
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As part of campus Juneteenth celebration activities join us for a viewing and discussion of the film Emancipation in the Bergland Auditorium on June 15, at 1:00 pm. Emancipation tells the triumphant s...Read more
Exhibition opening | “Queer SB in the 1970s”
Civil Rights Heritage Center
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A view of South Bend’s LGBTQ+ community fifty years ago.
Juneteenth Event: JustLeadership USA Emerging Leaders Training
John W. Anderson Library/Conference Center
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As part of campus Juneteenth celebration activities, you are invited to register for the JustLeadership USA Emerging Leadership workshop. This two-day training will take place on June 16-17 in the LC ...Read more
