LGBTQ community seeks own space

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LGBTQ community seeks own space
By Alex LaCasse
30 September 2009


http://www.su-spectator.com/news/lgbtq-community-seeks-own-space-1.623006


Student leaders of LGBTQ groups have taken steps toward creating their own queer resource space.

Since the 2007 Engaging Diversity Task Force proposed the need for more LGBTQ resources, groups have popped up all over campus. They now feel they have the ability to create independent programming and eventually, their own physical space.

Though limited facilities have prevented student leaders from creating their own lounge, they have focused their energies on preparing for events, conferences and sparking dialogue.

"I think space is an important marker for students," said Monica Nixon, director of the Office of Multicultural Affairs. "Ideally, we want to create a campus home for LGBTQ students."