Upcoming Events
The first UB Pride Parade marches down the North Campus Academic Spine on April 24, 2019.
Each semester, the LGBTQ FSA hosts events that include social meet ups, Lunch and Learn educational and professional development opportunities, and a general membership meeting.
A schedule of events hosted or supported by the Association are shared online, discussed at meetings, and advertised via the FSA listserv.
While FSA events are planned with a faculty and staff audience in mind, most events are open and welcome to all members of the UB community.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 | 5:00pm | Alumni Arena
Join LGBTQ FSA colleagues at Pride Night. A tip off social for LGBTQ FSA members and guests will be hosted courtside on the ground floor of Alumni Arena at 5:00pm. UB Women’s Basketball will play Northern Illinois starting at 6:00pm.
A complimentary general admission ticket is available to every LGBTQ FSA member sponsored by UB Athletics. A complimentary ticket for a plus one guest is available sponsored by the LGBTQ FSA. Members shouldregister for tickets by February 19.
Additional tickets are $10 and available for purchase.
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 | 12:00-1:00pm | 210 Student Union.
Join us for a discussion on issues facing LGBTQ+ youth, particularly transgender and gender nonconforming youth, in Western New York and the work that GLYS is doing to build a support network for them and their families. Facilitators include:
- Jack Kavanaugh MSW '15, Executive Director
- Gi Swords MSW '22, Programs Manager
The Lunch and Learn series are casual opportunities to learn and engage. All faculty and staff colleagues are invited to attend.
Light refreshments will be provided; lunchboxes are welcome.
What is GLYS?
GLYS Western New York, Inc: Growing LGBTQ+ Youth Support provides a safe and positive environment for LGBTQ+ youth to learn more about themselves through peer interaction and educational experiences. The organization creates opportunities for emotional growth and community awareness. Through GLYS outreach, other agencies learn about and increase their sensitivity to the needs of gender and sexual minority youth. GLYS provides LGBTQ+ youth with positive role models and safe spaces while promoting positive self-esteem and the integration of these youth into the larger community. GLYS can also assist youth and their families by providing resources and referrals.
Thursday, March 28, 2024 | 12:00-1:00pm | The meeting will use the Zoom video communication platform. Register to receive the Meeting ID and Passcode.
Join members of the LGBTQ FSA Executive Board for a general membership meeting. All faculty and staff are welcome to attend.
The Intercultural Diversity Center is celebrating Pride Week from April 8-12 with a variety of activities and events. Join us to honor LGBTQ+ histories, cultures, and lives all week long! All are welcome to get involved and participate in Pride Week events. A full schedule of events includes:
April 8: Pride Week Paint & Sip
April 9: Pride March and Mixer
How can faculty and staff participate in the Pride March?
- Groups of 5 or more individuals may use this form to register so that the program organizers can anticipate your participation. A group may include students, faculty or staff and may be a student organization, academic department or a university office. Groups are encouraged to bring posters or apparel that represent your group and/or exemplify the spirit of pride.
- Faculty and staff not connected to another group are welcome to march with the LGBTQ FSA. Look for your colleagues holding posters of our logo and join us!
- Check-in at Knox Quad/Progress Pride Paths is from 3:00 - 3:15pm; Pride swag will be available. Organizers will line up groups and explain the parade route.
- Cheer on the parade! Those who can’t march are encouraged to cheer along the parade route that includes Knox Quad, the Academic Spine and around the Student Union.
April 10: LGBTQ FSA Meet Up
April 10: UB Pride Lecture: Payton Head
April 11: Rainbow Hour
April 12: Queer Prom: Hollywood Glamour
Most cities, including Buffalo, host their municipality sponsored Pride events during June or July. This timing discrepancy with the academic year means that most UB students aren't able to celebrate with a campus community before returning home for the summer. As a result, UB recognizes Pride Week every year during the second week of April. The UB Pride Week celebration consists of weeklong event series for students, faculty and staff, and includes a march on the Academic Spine.
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 | 5:00-7:00pm | Edison's Proof & Provision, 44 Allen Street, Buffalo, NY 14202.
Meet up with members of the LGBTQ FSA to socialize and celebrate UB Pride Week. Friends and partners are welcome. Snacks provided.
Optional RSVP will help us plan.
Friday, May 10, 2024 | 3:00pm | Student Union.
UB faculty and staff are invited to attend an inspiring and affirming ceremony that celebrates the achievements of graduating students who identify with the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community at UB. The ceremony welcomes graduating members of the LGBTQ community as well as their families, friends, faculty, staff, and supporters. The ceremony includes an opportunity to thank significant supporters and time to celebrate the achievements of each graduate.
The Lavender Ceremony & Reception is coordinated by the Intercultural and Diversity Center.
Lavender Ceremonies (or Lavender Graduations) are annual ceremonies conducted on hundreds of college and university campuses to recognize the accomplishments and contributions of LGBTQ+ students. At UB, the Lavender Ceremony is typically held on the last day of classes every spring semester. The tradition of Lavender Ceremonies began at the University of Michigan in 1995 when the parent of a student was denied the opportunity to attend their child’s graduation because of their sexual orientation. The color of Lavender is symbolic of pink triangles and black triangles that gay men and lesbians were forced to wear in Nazi Germany; it designates the reclamation of symbols of hate to make them a symbol of pride for the LGBTQ+ community.
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 | 12:00pm | Progress Pride Paths
Join LGBTQ faculty and staff colleagues for a photo and lunch at the Progress Pride Paths on the UB North Campus outside between the Student Union and Knox Lecture Hall.
An optional and free boxed lunch is available for those who RSVP by May 29.
FSA Tradition
In 2022, the LGBTQ FSA started a new campus and Pride tradition. In an effort to build community, showcase our history, and be visible, the FSA will host a community photo each June. Faculty and staff are invited to participate by posing for a group photo.