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Queer Campus Coalition (QCC)

The QCC is the official GSRC RSO affiliate program. Membership in QCC is open to all RSOs doing work connected to Queer issues, especially those tied to our 2SLGBTQ+ (Two-Spirited, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer), non-binary, and gender nonconforming Illini community. The goal of QCC is to aid in the organization of student-led campus efforts connected to our 2SLGBTQIA+ & Queer community. The QCC membership is formed of RSO presidents, vice presidents, and other RSO representatives. The QCC meets monthly to discuss Queer & 2SLGBTQIA+ student needs, programming, and leadership development.

Want to learn more or get involved? Contact the GSRC directly at gsrc@illinois.edu

QCC Affiliated Organizations

A Space

A-Space is a safe space for members of the asexual and aromantic spectrum and their allies. Our meetings range from discussion topics to social meetings, to external activities, sometimes with other LGBTQ student groups. To learn more about A-Space, please email aspaceuiuc@gmail.com.

Actually Neurodivergent

Actually ND is a group for neurodivergent students by neurodivergent students. We host hangouts, study nights, and community advocacy events aimed at supporting the neurodivergent student population. To learn more about Actually ND, please email Avi Hessel at ahessel2@illinois.edu.

BlacQ

BlacQ Is a Black LGBTQIA+ student affiliated organization within the GSRC that will strive to provide a safe, creative, and liberating space for Black U of I students in the LGBTQIA+ community. Sign-up for updates here!

Campus Union for Trans* Equality and Support (CUTES)

Campus Union for Trans* Equality and Support (CUTES) is an organization dedicated to advocacy and support of transgender, genderqueer, gender fluid, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming students. CUTES helps bring important visibility to issues affecting trans* people on campus and works with other groups and offices to provide resources that help affirm its members’ gender identities. To learn more about CUTES, please email cutes.uiuc@gmail.com

Entre Hermanas

Entre Hermanas is a program co-facilitated by La Casa Cultural Latina & The Gender & Sexuality Resource Center geared towards creating an inclusive community space for queer Latinas, gender non-conforming, and non-binary folks. We come together to empower, heal, and grow as one through open conversation, reflection, and bonding. By creating this space, we hope to promote self-love, hope, and solidarity.  To learn more about Entre Hermanas please contact Jacklyn Vargas (jsv4@illinois.edu), Angie Ramirez (arami62@illinois.edu) or Stephanie Cardoza (scardoza@illinois.edu).  

Forging Unity, Solidarity, and Equity for QTPOC (FUSE)

FUSE is a safe space for questioning and queer and trans* people of color (QTPOC) to come destress and discuss different topics centered around intersectional identities. We collaborate with other organizations and also host social and educational events. Come as you are! Tuesdays from 5p-7p at the LGBTRC. To learn more about FUSE, please email fuseuiuc@gmail.com

Gender & Women's Studies Club

More information forthcoming.

LGBT Jew

LGBTJew is an Illini Hillel-affiliated organization that supports the intersection of LGBTQ+ identity and Jewish culture. We aim to create a more queer-inclusive environment for Jewish students. For more information, please contact Avi Hessel at ahessel2@illinois.edu.

oSTEM

Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (oSTEM) at Illinois is a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and ally professional society dedicated to the development and support of students in STEM. Bringing together networks of students and professionals in industry and academia, meetings consist of networking opportunities, career advice, social events, and advocacy of the LGBTQIA+ community. Students build skills for the promotion of their individual careers while learning more about LGBTQIA+ culture and history." To learn more about oSTEM, please email ostem.illinois@gmail.com.

Queer Book Club

The Queer Book Club serves as a place to explore and discuss LGBTQ+ representation in media, with a specific focus on meaningful queer representation in literature. The Queer Book Club strives to provide opportunities for student connection and an accepting and supportive environment to discuss the diversity of queer experiences. Find out more and get in contact with us through Instagram (@uiucqueerbookclub) or email (queerbookclub.uiuc@gmail.com)

The NetworQ

The NetworQ is a group created to build and provide a supportive and safe community for the 2SLGBTQIA+ Graduate students at Illinois. 

Women of Pride

Women of Pride is a student group for all queer identities and allies that advocate for queer liberation and safe, supportive space to gather. We informally educate the campus community of cultural, political, and other social issues related to LGBTQ+ experiences. One of our goals is to foster a sense of community amongst people of all genders and sexualities and highlight the importance of intersectionality. To learn more about Women of Pride, please email uiucwomenofpride@gmail.com.  

Residential Life Groups

Ikenberry Rainbow Connection

IRC is a University Housing group that advocates for the LGBTQA community. We strive to provide social and emotional support for members of the LGBTQA community; establish a welcoming, learning, and caring environment through discourse regarding LGBTQA issues; and educate and build awareness of LGBTQA issues throughout the Ikenberry Commons Residence Hall Areas. All are welcome! Visit our Facebook for more information.

Q

Q is Allen Hall's discussion group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and ally students. Q offers a safe space and a new family for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or ally students. We engage in thoughtful conversations and provide educational programming for Allen Hall. Everyone is welcome! For more information about Allen Hall's Q group, please email qallenhall@gmail.com.

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Are there special interests which aren't represented in the groups above? Is there a group missing that you would like to see started? Feel free to contact the Gender & Sexuality Resource Center directly to discuss your ideas for a new Queer student group at gsrc@illinois.edu