View the recording from our Spring 2024 Navigating College as a Student Holding Multiple Marginalized Identities event:
The Kent State LGBTQ+ Center supports an inclusive environment on all KSU campuses, advocates for all individuals and campus and community groups based on sexual and gender identity, maintains organizational capacity so that the work of the Center is efficient and effective, and builds community and a sense of belonging to support an inclusive environment.
The center is a welcoming environment to LGBTQ students and their allies. The informed staff strives to educate the campus community about sexual orientation and gender identity to ensure Kent State University remains a safe space for all students.
Fall 2024 Events - Save the Dates!
So Your Kid Came Out as LGBTQ+...What's Next?
Come listen to a virtual panel of parents and professionals discuss their experiences surrounding topics of coming out. Featuring Emmett Drugan, MEd, LPCC, CDCA, NCC from the Phoenix Counseling Center and 2020 KSU Alumni. Also featuring Sandy Varndell, LSW, the Founder and President of OutSupport, Inc, and 1984 KSU Alumni. Registration is required: https://tinyurl.com/so-your-kid-came-out-2024
Oct. 24 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Virtual
LGBTQ+ Eating Disorder 101 Session
Eating disorders occur significantly more in the LGBTQIA+ community and are a serious threat to one's health. This informational session teaches about disordered eating and how recovery is possible!
Oct. 30 | 4-5 p.m. | LGBTQ+ Center (KSC 024)
Holding Space for You!
Nov. 6 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | LGBTQ+ Center (KSC 024)
Life can be stressful sometimes! Come decompress with us at the LGBTQ+ Center! Popcorn will be provided!
Some stress relief activities will include: Watching movies, coloring, making bracelets, enjoying each other's company, and more!
Trans Day of Remembrance
Nov. 18 | 5 - 7 p.m. | LGBTQ+ Center (KSC 024)
Join the LGBTQ+ Center in honoring those who we've lost over the last year.
Support Students in Need
The LGBTQ+ Center's emergency fund is available for students in need of additional funding for books, academic supplies, household items, housing, or food.
Contribute to the LGBTQ+ Emergency Fund