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LGBTQ+ Student Support Services

and Pride Commons

About

The mission of Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Questioning/Queer (LGBTQ+) Student Support Services is to connect our diverse student population to opportunities, resources, and each other to achieve the vision of a stronger, healthier, and more equitable world for LGBTQ+ people and its allies. LGBTQ+ strives to support the community by:

  • Fostering greater opportunities for students to succeed at UCF.
  • Helping organize programs and experiences geared toward educating the UCF community about issues surrounding the LGBTQ+ community.
  • Creating a forum where LGBTQ+ history and culture is acknowledged, discussed, and celebrated.
  • Creating a space where resources can be created and explored in the future.

LGBTQ+ Student Support Services is a resource office for LGBTQ+ students and allies. We are an entry point for anyone looking for resources relating to sexual orientation or gender identity.  LGBTQ+ Services’ grand opening was celebrated on October 11, 2011 which was also National Coming Out Day.

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Announcements

LGBTQ+ 101 Online Course – Now Open for Self-Enrollment

LGBTQ+ 101 is a free, asynchronous, self-paced course designed to provide foundational knowledge about the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your allyship, better support peers, or expand your cultural competency in the workplace or classroom, this course is for you.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Develop an understanding of inclusive language and terminology
  2. Communicate more confidently and effectively with LGBTQ+ individuals
  3. Explore the history and ongoing struggles of the LGBTQ+ community
  4. Discover tools and resources that support inclusivity and advocacy

Topics Covered Include:

  • Key terminology related to gender identity and sexual orientation
  • U.S. LGBTQ+ history and contemporary challenges
  • Cultural insights and community dynamics
  • Effective, respectful communication strategies
  • Resources and support systems for LGBTQ+ individuals
Self-enroll today

All Gender Restrooms UPDATED (7/8/2024)

LGBTQ+ Services has identified numerous All Gender/Gender Neutral restrooms for students who need a safe space to change and utilize a restroom without having to be restricted based on gender. Above is a map of the All Gender restroom map on the UCF campus.

Below is an interactive 360 tour of the All Gender Restrooms.

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Student Resources

Lavender Council

A student advisory board that serves as a liaison between students, faculty, and staff and LGBTQ+ Services. Work to make UCF a more accepting and welcoming campus by developing and advising on student-centered programs for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Strive to make UCF a more equitable campus through programming and events to educate the UCF community about issues regarding the LGBTQ+ community.

Meet the Council Members »

Pride Commons

Located in Ferrell Commons across from 63 South, Pride Commons is a place for UCF students looking for resources, a community, a place to hang out, or a quiet place to study. It is open to all students of all genders and sexual orientations. The Pride Commons is staffed by Civil Discourse & Engagement Staff members, the Multicultural Student Center Executive Board, and student assistants.

Hours of Operation

Interactive Pride Commons Tour

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