The Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Services at Central Michigan University was originally known as the Office of Gay and Lesbian Programs. The Office was established in the early to mid-1990's by then Provost, Dr. Robert Franke. The first director of the Office, Dr. Michael Stemmeler, served as a .08 FTE term for 10 months with no … [Read more...] about About Central Michigan University’s Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Services
I Love College, But Hate My Roommates!
5 Ways First-Year Students Can Avoid A Roommate Crisis Jacquelyn is a first generation college student from a low-income family. She worked hard to complete high school, compete for scholarships, and select the college of her dreams. She arrived on campus and moved into her residence hall room with a friend from home and two other girls. All were from … [Read more...] about I Love College, But Hate My Roommates!
About National Coming Out Day
National Coming Out Day is an event celebrated annually on October 11th across the United States in honor of the anniversary of the 1987 National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights. Coming Out Day began in 1988 with Robert Eichberg, founder of the personal growth workshop The Experience, and Jean O’Leary, openly gay political leader and one-time head of the … [Read more...] about About National Coming Out Day
CMU Coming Out Week 2012
On the CMU campus, Coming Out Week is a time full of celebratory and educational events celebrating the coming out experience of LGBTQ individuals and allies. Join us through our Office of LGBTQ Services on October 8 - 12, 2012 and celebrate with us in an inclusive and supportive environment. See our Calendar of Events and be on the look out for our events throughout the … [Read more...] about CMU Coming Out Week 2012
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Central Michigan University
Each year, many Americans come together to observe the nationwide Hispanic Heritage Month celebration from September 15 to October 15 by celebrating the history, culture, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The celebration and observation of Hispanic Heritage Month started in 1968 as … [Read more...] about Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at Central Michigan University