Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Info
The Diversity Programs Office strives to support all underrepresented identities in the residence halls. Our LGBTQ focused student support is assisted by two student staff members who reach out to the LGBTQ community. These two staff members advise UW-Housings GSA’s as well as reach out to students who have self-identified as LGBTQ.
Do you have questions about whether the Residence Halls will be a safe space for you to live based on LGBTQ identity? If so, check out our LGBTQ Frequently Asked Questions. In addition, these staff members provide ally training workshops to increase knowledge, understanding and ally support to the LGBTQ community. One of the programs that is offered within the residence halls is Safe Zone. If you are interested in having this program hosted in your hall, please contact your Residence Hall Diversity Coordinator, or one of the LGBTQ Diversity Coordinators.
For more information/support/resources please also consider contacting the LGBT Campus Center located in the Red Gym: http://lgbt.wisc.edu/
Gay Straight Alliances
Within several of the residence halls, there are Gay Straight Alliances which are student led, student run organizations aimed at programming, support and creating allies for the LGBTQ community. If you would like more information about the GSA’s that are operating in the residence halls, please contact the LGBTQ Diversity Coordinators.