LGBTQIA+ History Month
LGBTQIA+ History Month
LGBTQIA+ History Month was founded in 1994 by Missouri high-school history teacher Rodney Wilson. October was selected to coincide with National Coming Out Day. LGBTQIA+ History Month recognizes the history and ongoing struggles of the gay rights and related civil rights movements and the experiences and achievements of the LGBTQIA+ community. At Miami, we recognize the resilience and determination of the many individuals who are fighting to live freely and authentically and support the right of every individual to live authentically. We encourage all Miamians to engage in dialogue and allyship, including through campus and community organizations such as Spectrum, Miami University Pride, Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion, Graduate Student Pride Association, Queer & Trans* Faculty/Staff Association, Oxford Area PFLAG, and 1809 LGBTQ+ Alumni.
Upcoming Events
For a full list of upcoming events, please visit our University Events calendar page.
Resources
The resources for this guide were compiled by the Miami University Libraries Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. This guide includes readings, videos, podcasts, and many other resources to help expand the voices and experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Queer & Trans Faculty & Staff Association (QTFSA)
Queer & Trans Faculty & Staff Association (QTFSA) was founded in 1999 as GLEAM (Gay and Lesbian Employees at Miami). GLEAM became QTFSA and officially recognized as a Miami University faculty and staff association in 2020 with the intention of creating community and visibility for the queer and trans community at Miami University. QTFSA focuses on the following objectives to support the queer and trans faculty and staff at Miami University:
- Connect queer and trans employees at Miami University in the effort to form a community through shared experience and identity.
- Increase visibility of queer and trans employees at Miami University in an effort to create a sense of belonging.
- Advocate for queer and trans employees with the intention to create awareness and change revolving around issues that affect members of the queer and trans community at Miami University.
- Support queer and trans students by serving as a resource for them as they navigate Miami University.
For more information, visit our blog or email us at qtfsa@MiamiOH.edu.
LGBTQ+ Initiatives
We provide support, advocacy, programming, and education to members of the Miami University community and commit to fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all students. LGBTQ+ Initiatives aims to improve the experience of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer people at Miami and is available to anyone on campus interested in learning more about gender and sexuality and intersecting identities.
Regionals | Office of Diversity and Multicultural Services
We are dedicated to providing a supportive atmosphere for students, faculty, staff, and local community members about diverse issues as they relate to race, ethnicity, gender, age, ability level, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, religion, spirituality, and more.
Asian LGBTQ Movies night
Every Friday night
Asian LGBTQ Movies night
The Miami University Libraries are announcing the four winners from the Asian LGBTQ Movies night event. Over the last few weeks the Miami community has voted in the Libraries’ Instagram Stories polls and we have listened! Now it’s time to celebrate Pride with the following movie screenings via zoom. Each Friday night at 8:00 p.m. in June the Libraries’ will host a screening of the winning movies.
Movie Schedule
- June 04 | Farewell My Concubine (1993) from Chinese-Hong Kong
- June 11 | The Handmaiden (2016) from South Korea
- June 18 | The King and the Clown (2005) from South Korea
- June 25 | Happy Together (1997) from Hong Kong
Previous Events
Lavender Tea Talk Social
Oxford Campus
Thursday, Oct. 6 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | University Seal (outside Upham Hall)
Join us for the official Miami University opening event of Disability Identity and Culture Month and LGBTQIA+ History Month. This event is for students, faculty, and staff to build community and gain information about resources/events taking place throughout October. We will have academic units, divisional departments, and student organizations in attendance to share information and resources related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. There will also be fun prizes and snacks for folks. Come out and celebrate with your fellow Miami community members!
Sponsored by the Office of Institutional Diversity and Inclusion
National Coming Out Day
Oxford Campus
Tuesday, Oct. 11 | 12-3 p.m. | Upham Arch
Celebrate National Coming Out Day with the Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion (CSDI)! Join us to learn about LGBTQ+ campus orgs and resources, claim giveaways, and take advantage of a photo op with our rainbow door!
Sponsored by the Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion
FUSE: QTBIPOC Student Affinity Group - Meet and Greet
Oxford Campus
Tuesday, Oct. 11 | 12-3 p.m. | C-Suite, Armstrong 3032
Our first event for QTBIPOC Talks is a meet and greet for our QTBIPOC students. Come enjoy snacks, music, and community!
Sponsored by the Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion
Midwest Bisexual Lesbian Gay Transgender Asexual College Conference (MBGLTACC)
Columbus, OH
Friday, Oct. 21 - Sunday, Oct. 23
The Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion (CSDI) will be taking LGBTQ+ campus leaders to the 30th annual MBGLTACC in Columbus, Ohio. While enrollment in this program is not available to all LGBTQ+ students, we are proud to continue to provide professional development opportunities to our LGBTQ+ student leaders with the help of our co-sponsors.
Sponsored by the Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Affairs Council, Parent and Family Programs, and Spectrum
Ace Week
Tuesday, Oct. 25 - Thursday, Oct. 27 | 12-3 p.m. | C-Suite, Armstrong 3032
Ace Week, formerly known as Asexual Awareness Week, is a fun-filled series of programming dedicated to the celebration of Ace-spectrum students and their identities. Join us near the indoor slant walk on Tuesday to learn more about the week's events including a Let’s Talk: Ace Myth Busting, a student social, and a new Safe Zone elective reveal on Ace identities.
Sponsored by the Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion
