Gender & Sexuality Resource Center News
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‘Racing Toward Justice’ series begins Sept. 29
“Racing Toward Justice” is the flagship program of The Center for Racial and Restorative Justice at UW-Eau Claire.
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Chancellor delivers state-of-the-university message
UW-Eau Claire Chancellor James Schmidt expressed hope during his academic year opening message, that working together and using safeguards put into place will provide for a safe and sustainable return for the fall semester.
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UW-Eau Claire faculty, staff receive 2020 excellence awards
Eight faculty and staff members were recognized during the Aug. 25 opening meeting for their exceptional contributions to UW-Eau Claire.
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UW-Eau Claire named No. 1 in state, top 25 nationally for LGBTQ+
For the third consecutive year, UW-Eau Claire has been named best in Wisconsin for support of LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff, and this year was named in the top 25 nationally by BestColleges and Campus Pride.
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Faculty mentors help new grad succeed despite health challenges and pandemic
Amelia Montie credits a team of faculty mentors for helping her thrive at UW-Eau Claire, including during her final semester of college as she is managing a new diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes as well as a global pandemic that moved all classes online.
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UW-Eau Claire to celebrate Women's History Month
In honor of Women's History Month in March, UW-Eau Claire will host a series of events, speakers and discussions aimed at highlighting the issues, lives and accomplishments of women today and throughout history.
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The Fire Ball 2020, 'Pride Is a Riot,' set for Feb. 28-29
The must-see celebration will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Ojibwe Grand Ballroom of Davies Center at UW-Eau Claire with a pride theme meant to elevate important topics and voices in the LGBTQ+ community.
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Gender and Sexuality Resource Center staffers receive statewide awards
UW-Eau Claire has received multiple recognitions in recent years for the work of its Gender and Sexuality Resource Center. Center staffers Christopher Jorgenson and Kallie Friede have been recognized for their efforts that led to those top rankings.
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Inaugural freaQweek celebration set for Oct. 7-12
Anchored in a film festival, freaQweek is a weeklong program that celebrates queer resistance, advocacy, activism and education. Oct. 7-12 will be a week packed with a queer concert, LGBTQIA+ admitted-students day and a robust film lineup.
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New grad living in the fast lane
After just two years at UW-Eau Claire, Breah Ostertag will earn her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice this spring. The ambitious Blugold now is ready to begin her career in law enforcement.
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UW-Eau Claire celebrates Women's History Month
March is Women's History Month, and UW-Eau Claire will host a series of events, speakers and discussions aimed at highlighting the issues, lives and accomplishments of women today and throughout our history.
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Chancellor's Blog: Affirming support for our trans community
In the spirit of a universitywide priority to improve the campus climate and ensure that all can thrive at UW-Eau Claire, Chancellor James Schmidt shares remarks he made at a recent campus vigil in support of the transgender community.
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Pamela Forman receives UW System award for LGBTQ advocacy
Dr. Pamela Forman, sociology department chair and co-founder of the Eau Queer Film Festival, is the university's recipient of the UW System's Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ People.
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New book explores nation's shift in thinking about gay marriage
Dr. Peter Hart-Brinson, an associate professor of sociology, is the author of a new book that explores the nation’s dramatic shift in thinking about gay marriage as a younger generation views homosexuality differently than their parents.
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Eau Queer Film Festival returns to campus for ninth year
Queer cinema will be featured on screen from Oct. 9-13 for the ninth annual Eau Queer Film Festival (EQFF) at UW-Eau Claire. Each movie reflects this year’s festival theme: "becoming."
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UW-Eau Claire to host Constitution Day discussion on free speech
UW-Eau Claire will recognize Constitution Day by hosting a discussion titled “Free Speech, Hate Speech and Speaking Out: Finding Your Voice in the Speech Debate.”
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New recognitions highlight UW-Eau Claire support for LGBTQIA+ students
The work of UW-Eau Claire faculty, staff and students to enhance the college experience of LGBTQIA+ students has earned two recent national recognitions.
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Wide variety of events planned for Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month, and the Gender & Sexuality Resource Center has put plans in place to recognize and celebrate women through a series of unique events.
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UW-Eau Claire named best in state for LGBTQ student support
UW-Eau Claire's recognition as the best college for LGBTQ students in Wisconsin comes from BestColleges.com, which partnered with Campus Pride in releasing its list of “Best Colleges for LGBTQ Students in Every State.”
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UW-Eau Claire ranked No. 3 in country for LGBTQ-friendly colleges
Recent rankings by College Choice have listed UW-Eau Claire as the #3 in the list of 50 Best Colleges for LGBTQ Students. Christopher Jorgenson, director of the Women's and LGBTQ Resource Center, attributes this climb to dedicated student staff and administrators willing to prioritize equity in all aspects of campus life.
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Making Eau Claire a safer place for LGBTQ+ people
Community members will gather this month to celebrate a new Blugold-led initiative aimed at making Eau Claire a safer place for LGBTQ+ individuals seeking medical care. Safe Spaces Coalition of the Chippewa Valley will celebrate the first edition of its “Resource Guide to LGBTQ+ Friendly and Competent Service Providers” during an April 17 launch party. The event, open to all members of the community, will run from 6-8 p.m. in the Eau Claire Room of L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library in downtown Eau Claire.
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Blugolds band together to make Fire Ball something special
The 2016 theme of Fire Ball was PULSE, in recognition of the 2016 hate crime massacre at an Orlando night club of the same name. Gender & Sexuality Resource Director Chris Jorgenson said the event embodied a sense of community, resistance, and activism.
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Workshop to address LGBTQ equality at work
UW-Eau Claire management faculty member Dr. Brent Opall will present a free workshop on Tuesday, Nov. 15, that will explore what employers are doing in the workplace to create equitable work environments for their LGBTQ employees.
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Student event planner helps bring Eau Queer Film Festival to life
Knowing it’s impossible to have one-on-one conversations with all of her 10,500+ Blugold peers about the equity, diversity and inclusivity issues she’s so passionate about, Kallie Friede is doing the next best thing — she’s helping organize events that encourage conversation around EDI issues that are critical to UW-Eau Claire’s goal of being a safe and welcoming place for everyone. This fall, as an intern in the Women’s & LGBTQ+ Resource Center, Kallie is helping to plan and bring to life two of those high-profile events: UW-Eau Claire’s National Coming Out Day celebration and the Eau Queer Film Festival.