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The Office of
LGBTQA Student Services at DePaul University
Proudly Presents
The 1st Annual LGBTQA Month at DePaul University
(May 6-27, 2008)
The 1st Annual Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, and Allies (LGBTQA) Month at
DePaul University establishes an event precedent at DePaul
University whereby members of the LGBTQA communities at DePaul
develop and implement a month-long series of LGBTQA focused
educational and social events during the month of May. The
respective events that make-up the month have as a unifying
element the exposition of the complexity and richness of LGBTQA
communities and a celebration and validation of the diversity
and resilience therein.
Wherever possible and to the best of
our ability, the events for this month-long celebration were
developed within a framework of collaboration and co-sponsorship
between the Office of LGBTQA Student Services at DePaul
University (i.e., the Office) and organizations, offices, and
departments from across DePaul University. This month-long event
serves to meet the mission of the Office and underscores DePaul
University’s commitment to affirming “the central place of
diversity” in its mission as articulated in its plan for
academic enrichment (i.e., VISION twenty12).
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Roster of Events
May 6, 2008
Inaugural Kick-Off Breakfast
(Cortelyou Commons, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM)
Come join students, faculty, and
staff from across DePaul as they launch a month-long celebration
of programs and events that contribute to the cultural, social,
and intellectual life of the LGBTQA community on campus. RSVP
requested.
Office of LGBTQA Student Services
Open House (LPSC Suite 307, 2:00 – 5:00PM)
Ever wonder what the Office of
LGBTQA Student Services is all about? Come visit the office,
meet the staff, and learn about our programs, services, and
events. Consider bringing a book donation for our library.
May 7, 2008
Out at Lunch (LPSC Room 315,
noon – 1:00 PM)
An ongoing, weekly, low-key,
agenda-flexible program of the Office of LGBTQA Student Services
aimed at providing a welcoming and validating space in which
members of the LGBTQA communities at DePaul can discuss the
issues, interests, ideas, and concerns that are important to
them. So, brown bag it and come make friends.
3 Films That Dare-Religion &
Sexuality: for the Bible tells me so (2007)
(LPSC Room 314B, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Can the love between two people ever
be an abomination? Is the chasm separating gays and lesbians and
Christianity too wide to cross? Is the Bible an excuse to hate?
Winner of the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Seattle
International Film Festival, Dan Karslake’s provocative
documentary aims to reconcile homosexuality and Biblical
scripture. The first in a three-part series of film screening
and discussions, this film sets the framework for the
exploration of the intersection of sexual identity and
religions.
Discussant: James Halstead, O.S.A.,
Ph.D., S.T.D., Associate Professor & Chair, Department of
Religious Studies, DePaul University)
May 8, 2008
Robyn Ochs: Two Days of
Conversation-Three Presentations (Day 1)
Nationally renowned speaker,
educator, activists, and author Robyn Ochs kicks off her two day
visit to DePaul by delivering two different presentations on
bisexuality.
Bisexuality: New Meaning for a
New Generation
(Monroe Hall Room 114, 10:00
AM-11:30 AM).
A discussion on the origin and
content of our own assumptions about bisexuality. Developed for
Student Affairs professionals and those charged with
understanding/serving the needs of students and young adults.
RSVP requested.
Understanding Bisexuality
(Monroe Hall, Rm. 114, 2:00 PM-3:30
PM).
What is bisexuality? Is there no
such thing as bisexuality or is everyone really bisexual? Or is
it more complicated than that? In this presentation/workshop,
participants will examine these questions as well as
biphobia in lesbian, gay and heterosexual communities.
Developed for undergraduate students. RSVP Requested.
May 9, 2008
Robyn Ochs: Two Days of
Conversation-Thee Presentations (Day 2)
Robyn Ochs wraps up her two day
visit to DePaul by adopting a
more clinical perspective in her
discussion of bisexuality.
Working with Bisexual Clients
(University Counseling Center, LPSC,
Suite 350, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM)
What are the unique mental health
needs of young people who identify as bisexual? How can
mental health professionals best prepare themselves for meeting
the psychological needs of this population? Developed for mental
health providers and advanced students in psychology. RSVP
requested.
May 12-16, 2006
Spectrum Week: Out with the Old,
In with the New (Lincoln Park Campus)
A week-long series of student
developed and student focused LGBTQ events, including a forum of
challenge regarding the way the media portrays of LGBTQ
individuals, a day of solidarity, and grand finale
intercollegiate dance where students from across Chicago will
gather to celebrate the LGBTQA communities.
Monday, May 12: Media Day
(LPSC Atrium, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Tuesday, May 13: Community Day
(LPSC Atrium, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Wednesday, May 14: Day of
Solidarity (LPSC Atrium, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Thursday, May 15: Sex
Awareness Day (LP Quad, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Friday, May 16: Back to
Babylon-Rave Dance (Cortelyou Commons, 7:00PM – 10:00
PM)
May 14, 2008
Out at Lunch (LPSC Room 315,
noon – 1:00 PM)
Brown bag program of the Office of
LGBTQA Student Services.
3 Films That Dare-Religion &
Sexuality: Trembling Before G-d (2001)
(LPSC Room 314 B, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Built around intimately-told
personal stories of Hasidic and Orthodox Jews who are gay or
lesbian, the film portrays a group of people who face a
profound dilemma - how to reconcile their passionate love of
Judaism and the Divine with the drastic Biblical prohibitions
that forbid homosexuality. The second in our three-part film
series.
Discussant: Rabbi Michael Balinsky,
Director of Faculty Development,
Florence Melton Adult Mini-School
May 19, 2008
Safe Zone Training: Become an
Ally
(University Counseling Services/LPSC
Suite 350, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
This 2 hour educational program
describes the basics about being an ally to lesbian, bisexual,
gay, transgender, and questioning (LBGTQ) students. Participants
receive practical strategies for addressing homophobia; learn
ways to support students who are “coming out”; and gain an
understanding of respectful language use. Participants may
choose to become members of the Safe Zone program at the end of
this training.
RSVP requested.
May 20, 2008
Health Issues Facing Young Gay
Men
(LPSC Room 313, 3:00 PM 4:30 PM)
Douglas Bruce, Ph.D., MSW (Project
Director, Adolescent Community Health Research Group, DePaul
University) introduces participants to health issues relevant to
gay men, with an emphasis on young gay men and adolescents. Dr.
Bruce will explore effects of minority status and homophobia on
gay men’s health, including but not limited to STD/HIV/AIDS,
substance use, and mental health. Issues of access to quality
health and medical services will also be discussed. RSVP
requested.
Lesbian Health and Well-Being: An
Holistic Perspective
(LPSC Room 313, 5:00 PM 6:30 PM)
April Timmons (Doctoral Student,
Department of Psychology-DePaul University) introduces the
issues that profound impact the quality of life and optimal
health in diverse lesbian populations. As lesbian women are not
a homogeneous community, this session will highlight the
specific needs of various lesbian populations, including African
American women and women living with HIV/AIDS. Beyond the
medical model, relational, spiritual, and community health and
its impact on the quality of life of lesbian women will be
explored. These issues will be examined within the societal
contexts of stigma, homophobia, and oppression. RSVP requested.
May 21, 2008
Out at Lunch (LPSC Room 315,
noon – 1:00 PM)
Brown bag program of the Office of
LGBTQA Student Services.
3 Films That Dare-Religion &
Sexuality: Khush (1999)
(LPSC Room 314 B, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
For South Asian lesbians and gay men
in Britain, North America, and India the term “khush” captures
the intricacies of being queer and of color. This film bridges
geographical differences to locate shared experiences of
isolation, exoticization, and solidarity of being “khush”. The
third and final film in our film and discussion series.
Discussant: Laila Farah, Associate
Professor, Women’s & Gender Studies Program, DePaul University.
May 23, 2008
A Perfect Life (LPSC, Main
Floor Atrium, 7:00 PM).
Tokyo-based performance artist and
gay activist Takao Kawaguchi presents/performs his examination
of the life of an individual body in a world where globalization
and technological advances seem to make local and personal
contexts moot. This work features collaboration with local
artists, including sound designer OTO, video designer Liviu
Pasare, DePaul Professor of Art and Art History and filmmaker
Chi Jang Yin and other DePaul faculty, staff and students.
May 27, 2008
The 2nd Annual Stonewall Awards
Ceremony & Luncheon
(Cortelyou Commons, 11:30 Am – 2:30
PM).
The capstone event for the 1st
Annual LGBTQA Month at DePaul University, this
an exceptional opportunity to
recognize and celebrate outstanding members of the LGBTQA
communities at DePaul for their efforts at developing and
promoting a truly welcoming, accepting, and validating
university experience for LGBTQA Individuals. RSVP requested
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Co-Sponsors and Supporters
Act Out, Center for Interreligious Engagement, Cultural Center,
Dean of Students Office, Department of Religious Studies,
Department of Residential Education, Japanese Studies Program,
LGBTQ Studies Minor Program, Master of Public Health Program,
Office of LGBTQA Student Services, Office of Multicultural
Student Affairs, Office of Student Life, Office of the Vice
President of Student Affairs, Spectrum, Student Government,
Student Leadership Institute, University Counseling Services,
Women’s Center, and Women’s and Gender Studies Program.
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All events are free and open to all
regardless of age, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status,
ability, religion, sexual attraction/orientation/identity and/or
gender expression/identity. To RSVP or if you require
additional assistance or further information please contact
Porsche Rice at 1.773.325.7294 or
lgbtqaservicesATdepaul.edu.
Take care and
hope to see many of you very soon!
Sebastián
Rodrigo
Sebastián Torres, M.A.
Graduate
Coordinator
Office of
LGBTQA Student Services
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