Coming Out Week: October 7-11, 2024
Wayne State University's Coming Out Week is filled with events and programming to support and showcase the WSU LGBTQ+ student and employee populations. These programs are not only educational but are also a space to connect and network with queer and ally individuals across the campus community.
These events are planned by various student organizations, the Office of Multicultural Student Engagement (OMSE), the Gender, Sexuality and Women's Studies (GSW) program, the Dean of Students Office (DOSO), the Queer Faculty and Staff Organization (QWSU), the Office of Inclusive Excellence, and the Center for Gender and Sexuality (CGS).
Monday, Oct. 7
Coming Out Doors Display
Visit the Coming Out Doors in the south end side of the lobby of the Student Center to place an encouraging message about your coming out experience or words of support for others embarking on their coming out journey. Coming Out Doors will be displayed all week long.
Student Center Building Lobby, South End
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Coming Out Week Tabling
Stop by the literature table in the north end / food court of the Student Center to learn more about LGBTQ+ life on campus, including events, student organizations, university resources, and academic programs. While there, get some swag and learn more about the Center for Gender and Sexuality (CGS).
Student Center Building, North End Literature Table
1 to 3 p.m.: LGBT+ People in Medicine Tabling
Visit our table to learn about LGBT+ People in Medicine, a student organization at the School of Medicine. We aim to raise awareness about the healthcare disparities faced by the LGBTQ+ community. Please stop by to say hello and hear about our past events, current research, and pick up some goodies!
Student Center Building, North End Literature Table
3 to 5 p.m.: Game Break
Kick-off Coming Out Week by joining the Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies (GSW) Learning Community for an afternoon of games, fun, and snacks. We always have snacks! Games will include Sorry, Connect Four, Trouble, Jenga, and various card games.
All are welcome.
GSW office, 5057 Woodward, 9th floor, 9204
6 to 7 p.m.: Finding Your Voice: An Introduction to Gender-Affirming Voice Training
Join the Center for Gender and Sexuality (CGS) as we explore the foundations of gender-affirming voice training in this beginner-friendly workshop. Participants will learn about the basics of voice production, practical vocal exercises, and tips to help align their voice with their gender expression in a supportive environment with an LGBTQ+ identifying, voice-specialized speech-language pathologist. Presented by Patrick Beasley (he/him/his), MS, CF-SLP, Lakeshore Professional Voice Center
Student Center Building, 7th floor, room 775
Tuesday, Oct. 8
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Coming Out Week Pizza Party
Celebrate Coming Out Week with some pizza and friends (and ring our Coming Out Cow Bell)! Pizza is available for as long as it lasts, so get here early!
CGS Office, 5057 Woodward, 9th floor, 9204
1 to 5 p.m.: Student Conference
Join Creating and Magnifying Pride (CAMP)’s first Queer Academic Conference! CAMP will be hosting three informal panels from 1-5 pm, and each panel will be themed around a different professor’s specialty. Queer students will be showing off their art, poetry, and research. Feel free to dip in and out whenever you can. Anyone is welcome!
Student Center Building, room 285
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Out & Proud Movie Night
Join Student for Reproductive Justice for an Out & Proud Movie Night.
The College of Engineering’s Ford Activity Center (5050 Anthony Wayne Dr)
Wednesday, Oct. 9
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Zine Making
Stop by the Student Center, room 009, for some Zine Making with the Queer Creators Guild.
Student Center Building, room 009
3 to 4 p.m.: Open Meeting of Social Work Queer Alliance
Calling all LGBTQ+ students and allies! Whether you're a current member or just interested in connecting with like-minded individuals, join the Social Work Queer Alliance (SWQA) for our open meeting during Coming Out Week!
4 to 6 p.m.: QWSU Social Happy Hour
Join the Queer Employee Engagement Group for an informal Coming Out Week social happy hour at Motor City Brewing Works in Midtown, Detroit. Come one, come all!
Please note that this event is intended for WSU employees only.
Motor City Brewing Works, 470 West Canfield, Detroit, MI, 48201
Thursday, Oct. 10
12 to 2 p.m.: Preview Open House for new Center for Gender and Sexuality space
Join us for an informal preview of the new permanent space for the Center for Gender and Sexuality in the Student Center Building. See the space before it officially opens at the end of October, and learn about the programs and events we envision for our new home!
Student Center Building, 6th floor
2 to 3 p.m.: Graduate Student Mixer
Join the Center for Gender and Sexuality for an informal social mixer. Learn more about how CGS can support graduate student research and teaching. Meet other students with research and/or teaching interests in gender and sexuality. Bring your friends, too!
5057 Woodward, 10th floor, faculty lounge
4 to 6:30 p.m.: Queer Glam
Join the Center for Gender and Sexuality for a quick glam makeup sesh with Jezebel, Belladonna Marz, Indya Luv, or Kalawika Navarro. Glam makeup sessions are available on a first-come, first-serve basis! Stop by early to sign up for your slot.
Student Center Building, 025 Dance Room
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.: Spooky Scary Drag Show
CAMP is hosting a SPOOKY SCARY DRAG show at St. Andrews Hall on campus, between Manoogian and the 7-eleven. The address is 918 Ludington Mall, Detroit, MI 48202. Come in costume... if you dare!!!
St. Andrews Hall
Friday, Oct. 11
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Queer Latiné student social/drop-in
Join the Center for Gender and Sexuality as we celebrate the intersection of Hispanic Heritage Month and Coming Out Week. We'll have games and food.
Student Center Building, 7th floor, Multicultural Commons, Room 757
Check back often as events will continue to be added!
Please RSVP to these events using the Get Involved platform where information will be regularly updated. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Michael Schmidt, m.schmidt@wayne.edu.
SAVE THE DATE
Thursday, Oct. 17, 1 to 2 p.m.: Trans and non-binary support group meeting
5057 Woodward, 10th floor
Thursday, Oct. 24, Cake with Aces!
5057 Woodward, 9th floor, room 9204
Wednesday, Oct. 30, Screening of The People's Joker followed by a talk by the Director
Purdy-Kresge Auditorium