Weekly Update
From the Women's Center & LGBTQ+ Programs
Week of April 3rd
Greetings from Melissa!
Welcome to April! It's hard to believe we're at the last full month of the semester! We've got a lot of exciting programs and events coming up this month that we'd love to see you at:
- Our annual Take Back the Night event will be on Thursday, April 6, at 7 p.m. - we'll meet at the A&S Fountain and march through downtown to end up at the Old Courthouse for a survivor speakout
- Our next GC2Y Sex & Resistance event, Sexual Assault on College Campuses, will also be on Thursday at 5 p.m. - bring your questions!
- We're hosting a supply drive for Milly Free Fridge until April 12th - there are several drop boxes around campus - see below for more details!
- Lavender Award nominations are open until Wednesday, April 19th! Learn more below!
A reminder that registration is open for our annual Lavender Graduation - Friday, April 28th, at 4 p.m.! You can read more details below, including a link to RSVP as either a graduate or supporter!
Also, we're hiring for Student Assistants to start in Fall 2023! Apply online through the GCSU Employment Opportunities website by Friday, April 21st!
You can of course get more details about upcoming events here in our Weekly Update, on our Women's Center or LGBTQ+ Programs Instagrams, as well as our GC Connect Page.
As always, please reach out if you need anything!
With care,
Melissa
(she/her)
Upcoming Events!
Take Back the Night
Join us Thursday, April 6th at 7 p.m. to Take Back the Night! We will meet at the A&S Fountain and begin our march through downtown and end at the Old Courthouse for a survivor speak out session. Bring your posters, signs, and support as we march and speak out to reclaim our power over sexual violence!
GC2Y Event: Sexual Assault on College Campuses
Donation Drive for Milly Free Fridge
We're looking for donations of the following:
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Tissues
- Bandages
- Sunscreen or lotion
- Bug spray
- Aloe vera gel
- Chapstick
- Hand wipes
- Tampons
- Pads
- Baby wipes
- Face masks
- Socks
- Deodorant
- Small or medium sized reusable bags
- Bottled Water
You can find drop off locations at the Women's Center & LGBTQ+ Programs (HUB 2nd floor), The Office of Community Engagement & Service (the GIVE Center), A&S 1st floor, WRC 1st floor, and the Ina Dillard Russel Library 1st floor.
12th Annual Lavender Graduation
LGBTQ+ graduates and those who support them are invited to attend the 12th Annual Lavender Graduation at Georgia College!
Lavender Graduation 2023 will take place on April 28th from 4-6 p.m. Location will be messaged upon confirmation of registration.
Lavender Graduation serves to celebrate graduating LGBTQ+ students and allies for their strength and persistence in the face of adversity, as well as their achievements and contributions to the university. Participating students (undergraduate and graduate) will receive a certificate and lavender cords. They will also have the opportunity to personally thank an individual who has helped them through their college career.
The 2023 Lavender Graduation is for anyone graduating in 2023 - if you graduating at another point in 2023, please feel free to participate in this ceremony as we only have a Spring ceremony at this time. Additionally, if you are a graduate who is unable to attend the ceremony, please also feel free to register to get your lavender cords and be recognized for your achievements!
Please register here: https://bit.ly/gcsulavgrad23
S.T.A.R. Ally
LGBTQ+ Programs has one remaining S.T.A.R. Ally training for the Spring 2023 semester on Friday, April 21, 2-5:30 p.m.
You can register online here: https://bit.ly/gcstarspring23
The S.T.A.R. Ally (Support, Teach, Affirm, Respect; GC's version of Safe Space) program advances one of Georgia College's guiding principles of "instilling respect for human diversity and individuality" by affirming people of all sexual and gender identities and lessening the prejudice that limits the university experience, and well-being of LGBTQ+ identified students, faculty, staff, facility members and administrators.
The overarching goals of S.T.A.R. Ally training are to increase participants' awareness and knowledge of LGBTQ+ people's identities and experiences and provide the skills to be an ally for the LGBTQ+ community at Georgia College and beyond.
Please note: these trainings will be held in-person and the training location will be communicated following registration. S.T.A.R. Ally training cannot be made mandatory training for any individual or group. If you are interested in having your organization or group trained, don't hesitate to contact the LGBTQ+ Programs Coordinator to discuss your needs.
Additionally, individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ are welcome and invited to attend S.T.A.R. Ally, however, some of the activities and content covered may be challenging for members of the LGBTQ+ community, especially those who have had negative experiences related to their identity previously. Please reach out to melissa.gerrior@gcsu.edu if you have further questions or concerns.
Other Things to Check Out!
About Menstruation Stations Across Campus
For more info visit our website. Want to request a menstruation station at another location on campus? Fill out this form.