Spring 2009 Calendar



All of our programs are open to everyone regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.


Note: New events may be added to our calendar at any time. Keep checking back!

September 2009 | October 2009  |  November 2009 | December 2009

 

Monthly Programs
Food for Thought

Food for Thought is a monthly discussion group where students voice their opinions and learn about topics of interest over lunch provided by the center. Representatives from a BSC department or student group are frequently invited to discuss a GLBTA topic that intersects with their discipline or area of interest. This is a great way to get to know people on campus that you might not otherwise have the opportunity to meet and to learn more about BSC resources for GLBTA students. Food for Thought occurs the first Wednesday of every month from 12 - 1 pm. Everyone is welcome, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Download the flyer
 

Coming Out Discussion Group
A group for those considering coming out, those who may have difficulty coming out, and those who wish to support them.
Second Wednesday each month from 6:00PM - 7:00PM. Food provided. Everyone is welcome, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Download the flyer
 

Gender Variant Caucus
The GVC is a confidential, discreet monthly gathering for transgender, intersex, genderqueer, agendered, and other gender variant people in the Bridgewater State College campus community. No agenda, just a safe space for socializing, networking, and support from other gender-variant students.
Not out? Your anonymity will be preserved and any information brought forth at caucus meetings will remain confidential. The caucus will be held in a different location every month and facilitated by students who respect your needs. Questioning folks and partners of GV students are welcome, but allies are encouraged to attend other Pride Center sponsored events instead.
Please stop by the Pride Center (RCC 006) or e-mail Kate (kate@msequencedesign.com) for location and details. Download flyer


Movie Night

Enjoy a GLBT-themed film followed by a short discussion on the third Thursday of every of month from 5 - 7 pm. The GLBTA Pride Center will provide popcorn and soda. Everyone is welcome, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Download the flyer

 


 

September

  • Thursday, September 3
    Student Employment Fair
    11am - 3 pm
    In the Campus Center Ballroom, 3rd floor
    Need a job? The GLBTA Pride Center is looking for work-study students to join our team. Look for us at the Student Employment Fair!
     

  • Wednesday, September 9
    Food for Thought
    12 - 1 pm
    Normally occurs the first Wednesday of every month, but changed due to classes starting on 9/2.
    In the Campus Center, Room 212
    A monthly discussion group about GLBT-related topics. All are welcome.
    Lunch provided
    Topic: How Should We Build an Inclusive Community at BSC?
     

  • Wednesday, September 9
    Coming Out Discussion Group
    6 - 7 pm
    In the Campus Center, Room 212
    A monthly discussion group for students thinking about coming out, those who are coming out, and people who wish to support them.
    Dinner provided

  • Thursday, September 10
    Student Involvement Fair
    12:00 - 4:00 pm
    See how you can get involved in the Pride Center and make new friends.
    Visit our table in the RCC fountain area outside the Bear's Den!
     

  • Tuesday, September 15
    GLBTea Party (flyer)
    At the start of every Fall semester, the GLBTA Pride Center offers a Pride Celebration to welcome back returning students, faculty, and staff, and get to know those just joining the BSC community.
    As with all of our programs, everyone is invited regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Faculty and staff are especially encouraged to take this opportunity to talk with our new and returning students.
    1:00 - 3:00 pm
    In 1 Park Ave of the Campus Center (next to the Pride Center)
    English tea and biscuits served

  • Thursday, September 17
    Movie Night
    5 - 7 pm (Third Thursday of every month)
    In the GLBTA Pride Center
    Snacks provided

  • Wednesday, September 23
    Coming Out Discussion Group
    6 - 7 pm
    In the Campus Center, Room 204
    A monthly discussion group for students thinking about coming out, those who are coming out, and people who wish to support them.
    Dinner provided
     

  • Thursday, September 24
    Bisexuality Day
    10 am - 2 pm
    Campus Center Lower Lobby
    Visit our table and see if you can tell the difference between fact and myth regarding bisexuality? Think you know? Find out.


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October - LGBT History Month

  • Thursday, October 1
    Muxes: Authentic, Intrepid Seekers of Danger
    In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Pride Center is co-sponsoring with the Latin American & Caribbean Studies Program and La Sociedad Latina a viewing and discussion of the film, "Muxes: Authentic, Intrepid Seekers of Danger," a lively and surprising portrait of a group of homosexuals, who defend their sexual diversity while preserving their identity as Zapotec Indians in the "queer paradise" of Juchitan, Mexico. Winner of the Audience Award at the Morelia International Film Festival, MUXES (pronounced 'mooshays') examines transgressive boundary-pushing within an indigenous culture that has historically embraced this third gender. Written by Bruce "Pacho" Lane
    11:00 - 12:30 pm
    Location: Moakley Auditorium
     
  • Tuesday, October 6
    Robyn Ochs, nationally acclaimed speaker and bisexuality educator will present:
    "Beyond Binaries: Identity and the Sexuality Spectrum"
    How do we assign labels to our complicated and unique experiences? What relationship exists between experience and self-identity, and between our self-identity and the way others see us? Is identity fixed, or do some individuals experience change over time?
    2:00 - 3:30 pm
    In the RCC Ballroom, 3rd floor
    Classes welcome. For details and to register, visit RobynOchs.cfm. If you are a professor who is bringing your class, please contact Lisa Forest directly to reserve seating for your students.

     
  • Wednesday, October 7
    Food for Thought
    12 - 1 pm (First Wednesday of every month)
    In 1 Park Ave of the Campus Center (next to the Pride Center)
    A monthly discussion group about GLBT-related topics. All are welcome.
    Lunch provided
    Topic: Dr. Sandra Faiman-Silva, professor of Anthropology, will lead a discussion on Native American Two-Spirits, a gender category that transcends the gender binary.
     
  • Tuesday, October 13
    Safe Zone Training
    Learn about the issues facing GLBT students and how you can be an effective ally. Learn more about the BSC Safe Zone program.
    12
    - 2 pm
    Rondileau Campus Center, Room 209
    Light snacks provided
     
  • Wednesday, October 14
    Coming Out Discussion Group
    A monthly discussion group for students thinking about coming out, those who are coming out, and people who wish to support them.
    6 - 7 pm
    In One Park Ave, next door to the Pride Center
    Dinner provided
     
  • Thursday, October 15
    Movie Night
    5 - 7 pm (Third Thursday of every month)
    In the GLBTA Pride Center
    Snacks provided
     
  • Wednesday, October 28
    Coming Out Discussion Group "Field Trip" to First Parish Church
    6 - 8:00 pm
    Location: Meet in the Pride Center and we'll walk together to the First Parish Church
    Each year, our Unitarian Universalist neighbors have extended a warm invitation to GLBTA students, staff, and faculty for a potluck dinner followed by a lively discussion. The congregation members have generously provided all the food and beverage, and they are sensitive to vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary restrictions.

    This year, they have once again invited us and we are connecting the event to the Coming Out discussion group.
     
  • Thursday, October 29
    Gender Variant Caucus (download flyer)
    5:00 - 7:00 pm
     
    The GVC is a confidential, discreet monthly gathering for transgender, intersex, genderqueer, agendered, and other gender variant people in the Bridgewater State College campus community. No agenda, just a safe space for socializing, networking, and support from other gender-variant students.
    Not out? Your anonymity will be preserved and any information brought forth at caucus meetings will remain confidential. The caucus will be held in a different location every month and facilitated by students who respect your needs. Questioning folks and partners of GV students are welcome, but allies are encouraged to attend other Pride Center sponsored events instead.
    Please stop by the Pride Center (RCC 006) or e-mail Kate (kate@msequencedesign.com) for location and details.
    The very first meeting will be on Thursday, October 29th at 5:00 pm. Come and be part of something new and exciting for our community!




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November 
  • Wednesday, November 4
    Food for Thought (download flyer)
    12 - 1 pm (First Wednesday of every month)
    In 1 Park Ave of the Campus Center (next to the Pride Center)

    Topic: "Minorities within a Minority"
    Its tough enough to be a minority, but how hard might it be for minorities within a minority? Although not specific to the queer community, this month's topic will examine the myths and facts surrounding BDSM (Bondage, Dominance, Submission, Sadism, Masochism) and polyamory (many loves/non-monogamy) within the queer community. (Note: we will not explore BDSM and polyamory in the straight community). Additionally, we will discuss asexuality, as well as pansexuality and genderqueer (a sexual orientation and gender identity, respectively, that recognize gender outside a binary system).

    Food for Thought is a monthly discussion group about GLBT-related topics. All are welcome. Lunch provided.
     
  • Monday, November 9
    Two-Spirit People
    (download flyer)
    2 - 4 pm
    In the Heritage Room, Maxwell Library
    Join us for a viewing and discussion of the film "Two-Spirit People." The film is a documentary that, as quoted from its DVD jacket, "explores the berdache tradition in Native American culture, in which individuals who embody feminine and masculine qualities act as a conduit between the physical and spiritual world, and because of this are placed in positions of power within the community."
    This program, sponsored by U.S. Ethnic Studies and the GLBTA Pride Center, celebrates Native American History Month.
     
  • Thursday, November 12
    Movie Night
    4:30 - 6:30 pm
    (Third Thursday of every month)
    In the GLBTA Pride Center
    Snacks provided
    *NOTE: Due to the International GLBT Dialogue Dinner, Movie Night will be tonight instead of next week.
     
  • Wednesday, November 18
    Coming Out Discussion Group (download flyer)
    6 - 7 pm
    RCC 204 (Campus Center, 3rd floor)
    A monthly discussion group for students thinking about coming out, those who are coming out, and people who wish to support them.
    Dinner provided
    *NOTE: Due to the Veteran's Day and Thanksgiving holidays, the November Coming Out Discussion Group meetings will be the only November 18

     
  • Thursday, November 19
    Cultural Caucus (download flyer)
    5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    An open dialogue between international and U.S. citizen students to discuss and learn more about GLBT issues and people around the world. We will examine how sexuality and gender are perceived and expressed in different cultures. This event is co-sponsored by International Student Services
    In RCC 204
    Dinner provided
     
  • Thursday, November 19
    Transgender Awareness Day
    6:45 pm
    Library Lecture Hall
    Film followed by a panel discussion. The GLBTA Pride Center is co-sponsoring this Aware program.

     


     

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December
  • Wednesday, December 2
    Food for Thought
    12 - 1 pm (First Wednesday of every month)
    A monthly discussion group about GLBT-related topics. All are welcome.
    In One Park Ave (next to the Pride Center)
    Lunch provided
    Topic to be determined - please check back
     

  • Thursday, December 3
    Gender Variant Caucus (download flyer)
    5:00 - 7:00 pm
    The GVC is a confidential, discreet monthly gathering for transgender, intersex, genderqueer, agendered, and other gender variant people in the Bridgewater State College campus community. No agenda, just a safe space for socializing, networking, and support from other gender-variant students.
    Not out? Your anonymity will be preserved and any information brought forth at caucus meetings will remain confidential. The caucus will be held in a different location every month and facilitated by students who respect your needs. Questioning folks and partners of GV students are welcome, but allies are encouraged to attend other Pride Center sponsored events instead.
    Please stop by the Pride Center (RCC 006) or e-mail Kate (kate@msequencedesign.com) for location and details.
     
  • Tuesday, December 8
    Getting to Know You Social
    3pm - 5pm
    Library Heritage Room

    This is a get-together for the student, faculty, and staff GLBTA community members so we can get to know one another better. We will have a delicious dessert buffet and fun games and activities to encourage the "Getting to Know You" spirit. Bring yourself, bring a friend, stop by for a little while or stay the whole time. You are more than welcome to bring a dessert if you like, but it's not required. We very much appreciate your taking the time to say hello. If you are interested in attending please R.S.V.P to ddrago@bridgew.edu
     

  • Wednesday, December 9
    Coming Out Discussion Group (download flyer)
    6 - 7 pm (Second Wednesday of every month)
    In 1 Park Ave (next to the Pride Center)
    A monthly discussion group for students thinking about coming out, those who are coming out, and people who wish to support them.
    Dinner provided
     

  • Thursday, December 17
    Movie Night
    5:00 - 7:00 pm
    (Third Thursday of every month)
    In the GLBTA Pride Center
    Snacks provided

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Last Modified: November 12, 2009