Gender & Sexuality Student Success

The Cultural Center hosts events and programs, provides affirming spaces and leads institutional support for diverse genders and sexualities on campus to feel safe exploring their identity and establishing a sense of community. Connect with the Director of Gender and Sexuality Student Success to learn more about the events, programs and resources at eric.duran@du.edu! All services are open to all students. Check out our work below and through our Instagram page, @du_culturalcenter or on Crimson Connect!

“We have to do it because we can no longer stay invisible. We should not be ashamed of who we are. We have to show the world that we are numerous. There are many of us out there.” Sylvia Rivera

Signature Events

International Pronouns Day

International Pronouns Day recognizes the significance of all pronouns to one's identity. All are encouraged to participate in the day as The Cultural Center offers pronoun buttons, pins and other items that show off your pronouns. All across campus are welcome to show their allyship with gender diversity!

National Coming Out Day

Homecoming OUT

Transgender Day of Remembrance

Pride Prom

Pride Prom is one of the largest LGBT social events at DU. Many of our LGBT oriented events emulate social experiences that LGBT people may have missed out on in their youth because of gender and sexuality-based discrimination. Pride Prom is celebrated in the Spring.

Lavender Graduation

Lavender Graduation is The Cultural Center’s special commencement for LGBT+ graduates.

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Check-out all of our events on Crimson Connect!

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Queer Student Alliance (QSA)

The Queer Student Alliance (QSA) is a student-run undergraduate Registered Student Organization (RSO) and is a member of the USG Diversity Committee’s Joint Council (link to Affinity Groups tab on our website). QSA hosts events throughout the year to establish community and empower LGBT+ student voices.

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Email QSA

Have questions? Want to get involved? Drop us a line.

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Non-Student Resources

Not an undergraduate student? Other LGBT+ school-based groups exist across campus for graduate students. The Joseph Korbel School of International Studies and Graduate School of Social Work are a couple examples.

Are you a staff or faculty member? Check out this list of Affinity Groups for Faculty and Staff on the Division of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion’s website: https://www.du.edu/equity/across-campus/faculty-staff-affinity-groups-resources

Trans Student Resources

Trans+ Student Guide

Check out our compilation of resources for Trans/Non-Binary students

Our Student Guide

How to request a name change in DU information systems:

Name change information can be found on on the Office of the Registrar's site

To change your name to a “chosen/professional” name, fill out the Name Change Request Form and submit a physical copy to the registrar’s office.

You can change your name to a “preferred” name on DU information systems by navigating to “My Person Profile” under “Student Information” in the “Student” tab on my.du.edu

The Pride Lounge

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Our casual social space located on the 3rd floor of the Community Commons the Lounge is open during building hours (~8am -10pm) Monday through Friday and serves students of all genders and sexualites on the DU campus.

Students can take advantage of study space, big screen TV/monitor, video and board games, craft supplies, and comfy sofas and bean bags to hang out and meet other LGBTQ+ students and allies

Gender & Sexuality Campus Frequently Asked Questions

Is there All-Gender housing on campus?

Yes! There are options for first-year, transfer, and returning students. Check out more information about All-Gender housing including how to apply .
What do I do if faculty/staff misgender me and/or use my deadname?

First, we are sorry you are experiencing this and know it is not on you to correct. There are a few courses of action:

1. Submit an official bias report with Equal Opportunity and Title IX . We know this entails more emotional labor on your part and you can share as much or as little as you would like. The process of how the situation is addressed is entirely up to you. It is helpful for the University to have this official information on record to address wider campus impacts.

2. Ask trusted classmates to correct for you.

3. Talk with your academic advisor or other trusted faculty/staff member.

4. Find support through the Health and Counseling Center, like their LGBTQ+ support group.
Where can I find all gender bathrooms around campus?

We have a map for that! There's a resource to guide you through campus to ensure that you find the all gender bathrooms wherever you are on campus.

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