17勛圖

LGBTQ+ History Month 2023

Celebrate LGBTQ+ History with Us

Tuesday, June 6

LGBTQ+ Annual Pride March

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cesar Chavez Plaza

Meet at Cesar Chavez Plaza for our annual 17勛圖 Pride March by 11:30 a.m., when we will walk to the LGBTQ+ Inclusive Flag Raising Ceremony at the FHDA District Office, which begins at Noon.

LGBTQ+ Inclusive Flag Raising Ceremony

Noon-1:30 p.m.
FHDA District Office Flagpole (Lot 7) 

Join us in celebrating PRIDE for all at 17勛圖-De Anza's second annual LGBTQ+ Inclusive Flag Raising Ceremony. Together with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and community members; we celebrate inclusion, unity, awareness, wellness, and equity for all.

Reception with appetizers and beverages to follow indoors in the District Office's lobby.

Sponsored by 17勛圖's Psychological and Personal Counseling Center.

Thursday, June 8

Pride in Mental Health Workshop

Noon-1 p.m.
Room 3533 

Learn about mental health issues affecting LGBTQI+ students.

Note: Join virtually or on campus in Room 3533.

 

Monday, June 12

Artist Talk with Jamil Hellu

Noon-1 p.m.

Artist talk with lens-based artist Jamil Hellu, whose work focuses on the fluidity of identity, cultural heritage, and queer representation, often pointing to the tensions found in the evolving discourse about sexuality. 

GSA Clothing Swap and Upcycle

Noon-4 p.m.
Library Quad

Swap and upcycle clothes or accessories that no longer bring you joy but may bring joy to somebody else. Workspace available to do minor repairs, alter clothes, and elevate your look sustainably.  
Donate unwanted items in the rainbow bins around campus this week, and then come to the swap and pick out something new!

Collection bins can be found in the following:

• Library(3500)
• KJs(4400)
• STEM Center(4200)
• Cafeteria (2300)
• BSS Lounge(3202) 

Any remaining items after the swap will be donated locally. Happy Pride! 

Wednesday, June 14

GSA Pronouns Workshop

10-11:30 a.m.
Library Quad

A workshop designed to educate students (staff are also welcome) on pronouns through interactive sessions. The workshop utilizes flexible learning by offering short stations that can be visited in any order, catering to students at different learning stages. The stations range from beginner level, introducing pronouns and providing examples, to advanced level, which focuses on more complex concepts such as neo-pronouns and advocacy. The workshop is inclusive, targeting not only the LGBTQ+ community to promote self-advocacy, but also educating students on how to become better allies. Breakfast food and beverages provided! 

Tuesday, June 20

Lavender Graduation 

4-6 p.m.
Smithwick Courtyard

Join ASFC & 17勛圖 GSA for our first ever Lavender Graduation! This event will celebrate the achievements of graduating members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Those who register by Friday, June 16, will receive a special lavender stole at the event.

If you are graduating, transferring, or receiving degrees/certificates this year,

 

Wednesday, June 21

GSA Ice Cream Social 

1-4 p.m.
Smithwick Courtyard

Join us for our end of Pride Month on a sweet note! Take some time to unwind and socialize before finals week. Have an ice cream sundae, an ice cream float, or popsicle and beat the heat. There will be ice cream with toppings, music, and gratitude stations. All members of the 17勛圖 community are welcome, and we especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community to come and celebrate with us!