Gender Neutral Restrooms

Eight single use lockable restrooms are signed gender-neutral at UIS. Look for this sign:

All Gender and Sexuality Student Services programs and initiatives, including those outlined below, are open to all members of the campus community. We encourage campus community members from all backgrounds and identities to engage with our programs below.

Advocacy and Community Groups

• Brothers & Sisters Together
  Brothers & Sisters Together is a social group that tends to dine out weekly for LGBTQA+ and friends of all ages.
• Coalition of Rainbow Alliances (CORAL)

Want to participate in Safe Zone/Brave Space sessions? Follow us on UIS Connection for future opportunities!

What is Safe Zone/Brave Space?

“This is a safe place to talk about LGBTQIA+ and topics about sexual orientation and gender. I encourage difficult conversations and take actionable steps to be more inclusive.“

Description

Students are trained to interact with their peers and stand up against homophobia, transphobia, and heterosexism Students are trained to interact with their peers and stand up against homophobia, transphobia, heterosexism and other transgressions through innovative activities and workshops. InQUEERy peer educators deliver workshops and other activities for residence halls, classrooms, athletic teams, student organizations, and more!

Get involved in LGBTQIA+ Life at UIS

Numerous events occur throughout the year that create awareness, provide education, and social opportunities. Some of our events are Queertober, Trans Visibility Week, Day of Silence to Break the Silence, and Lavender Graduation. We also offer opportunities to be involved, such as our Student Ambassador Program, Fluidity, and LGBTea. Any LGBTQIA+ and allied individuals are welcome to join in all Gender & Sexuality Student Services programs!

Transitioning is the process of changing one’s gender presentation. There is not one way to transition, and each person can decide what they feel comfortable doing during their transition process. Transitioning can consist of (and not limited to) name change, gender change, hormones, and/or sex reassignment surgery.

Education

The following is helpful information regarding gender neutral pronoun usage, terminology, and problematic word usage. Additionally, you can request a workshop or presentation on transgender and gender identity from the Gender and Sexuality Student Services.