LGBTQIA2S+ History Month
This October, Fullerton College is celebrating LGBTQIA2S+ History Month! The month of celebration was first nationally recognized in 2009 after being founded in 1994 by high school teacher Rodney Wilson. October was designated LGBTQIA2S+ History Month to coincide with National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11 and the first Washington D.C. march for gay rights, which took place on Oct. 14, 1979.
Throughout this month, join us to learn about LGBTQIA2S+ history, shine a light on the stories of intersectional queer identities and take meaningful action to support our queer community.
Featured Events for LGBTQIA2S+ History Month
LGBTQIA2S+ Resource Fair
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Wednesday, Oct. 2
Cruz Reynoso Hall, Building 200, Courtyard
Kick off LGBTQIA2S+ History Month at our resource fair and explore both on- and off-campus resources. Stop by to learn more and enjoy free swag and sweet treats.
Loud and Proud Process Group: Identity and Advocacy
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Tuesday, Oct. 8
Building 2400, Room 210
Join our guest therapists from Gather and Grow OC, Traci Medeiros (she/they) and Jaqueline Plante (she/her), for a process group focused on LGBTQIA2S+ identity and self-advocacy. Explore topics such as labels, presentation and strategies for expressing needs and boundaries in our communities.
Queer Social: LGBTQIA2S+ History Trivia
2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Wednesday, Oct. 16
Join us to celebrate LGBTQIA2S+ history month with a game of trivia. Form teams and compete for a chance to win prizes while enjoying snacks, drinks and socializing.
Neuroqueer Playspace
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. | Monday, Oct. 21
Find community at the intersection of queerness and neurodivergence! Together, we’ll create a space to celebrate, play and connect through fun activities.
Loud and Proud Process Group: Dating Across the LGBTQIA2S+ Identity Spectrum
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Tuesday, Oct. 29
Join our guest therapists from Gather and Grow OC, Traci Medeiros (she/they) and Jaqueline Plante (she/her), for a process group focused on LGBTQIA2S+ dating in its many forms. Explore topics such as visibility, identifying what we seek in relationships and finding ways to access it safely. Special attention will be given to aro/ace folks who seek support in building friendships and relationships.
Visit the Fullerton College LGBTQIA2S+ Resource Program website for additional resources and follow them on Instagram for updates.
