2008 PRIDE WEEK EVENTS * YOU ARE INVITED!!!

Saturday, March 29th -Saturday, April 5th

"Don't Adjust Your Sets! It Really is this QUEER!"

Calendar of events at http://www.sa.psu.edu/lgbt/i/prideweek08.pdf

Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Sankofa Discussion: Homophobia in the Black Community

Wednesday, March 26 * 7:30pm * 233 HUB

Sponsored by Black Caucus

This ain't your typical conversation! We won't begin, nor will we end, focusing exclusively on the "DL". "Homophobia in the Black Community", will bring students, community members, and faculty & staff together to discuss sexuality, race, gender, and performance in our communities. All Are Welcome!!!! SANKOFA is Penn State's only weekly discussion group-exclusively dealing with issues most vital to Black people.

Thursday, March 27, 2008

Being Out in Class and Work

Thursday, March 27 * 6:30 pm * 005 Business

ROOM CHANGE: now in 005 Business Building!!

Sponsored by Out in Science, Technology and Engineering (oSTEM)

Stressed out because of the work load and not able to be yourself? Learn how to better cope with expressing who you are in your everyday life!

Friday, March 28, 2008

Saturday, March 29, 2008

PRIDE Commitment Ceremony

Saturday, March 29 * 1:00 pm * HUB Alumni Hall

Sponsored by Coalition of LGBTA Graduate Students

The bells are ringing! You're cordially invited to the first commitment ceremony in Penn State's History! Come support same sex couples as they tie the knot and commit themselves to living a happily ever after.

Sunday, March 30, 2008

The Honeymoon's Over - What's Next?

Sunday, March 30 * 4:00-6:00 pm * Pasquerilla Spiritual Center * Memorial Lounge

Sponsored by Center for Ethics and Religious Affairs (CERA)

Back to reality! Is marriage picture perfect as you imagined? Join us in our discussion panel as we learn how to better balance our lives (finances, property, etc) as well as maintaining a healthy marriage.

Monday, March 31, 2008

Faculty, Staff, and Student Sweet 16 Social/Writing Competition "What it Takes to Be Me at Penn State" Award/Recognition

Monday, March 31* 4:30 pm * Hintz Alumni Lounge

Sponsored by the Commission for LGBT Equity (CLGBTE) and the Office of Human Resources (OHR)

Been a long time since you had an opportunity since you hung out with faculty and staff? We thought so. Come join us to help celebrate the Commission of LGBT Equity's (CLBGTE) 16th anniversary.

GayMe Show

Monday, March 31 * 6:30 pm * LGBTA Student Resource Center * 101 Boucke

Sponsored by Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

Test your knowledge of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender history, issues, and culture in this Jeopardy-style format 'Gayme Show.' Staff of the Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) will facilitate this program at the LGBTA Student Resource Center, which is intended to be fun as well as informative, on Monday, March 31, 2008, at 6:30 PM.

Safer SEXTRAVAGANZA

Monday, March 31 * 8:00 pm * 129ABC HUB

Sponsored by Undertones and the Office of Health Promotion and Wellness

It's time for a SEXTRAVAGANZA! Come and learn about sex toys as well as playing it safe in bed.

Tuesday, April 1, 2008

FREE HIV Testing

Tuesday, April 1 * 9:00 am -2:00 pm * 315 S. Allen Street

Sponsored by The AIDS Project

It's good to know your status. And come join us for our Super Coffee Social fundraiser at Webster's on Wednesday at 9pm!

Live Homosexual Acts

Tuesday, April 1 * anytime between 10am and 1 pm * 106 HUB

Sponsored by SpeakOUT

Ever seen one? Well you're in luck. Check it Out! Show up at 106 HUB anytime between 10 am - 1 pm.

"After Stonewall" (Documentary and Discussion)

Tuesday, April 1 * 8:00 pm * 273 Willard

Sponsored by College Democrats

"What started tumbling out of the closets at the time of Stonewall has profoundly altered the way we live". The College Democrats will be showing "After Stonewall" a short documentary focused on the 1969 Stonewall riots and how they prompted the gay and lesbian liberation movement in America.

Wednesday, April 2, 2008

Pride Week Rally

Wednesday, April 2 * 12 NOON * Old Main Steps

Sponsored by SpeakOUT

THAT'S WHAT WE DO BEST!! Come out and show your support.

"Tara's Crossing" a play by Jeffrey Solomon - PRIDE KEYNOTE EVENT

Wednesday, April 2 * 7:00 pm * HUB Auditorium

Sponsored by the LGBTA Student Resource Center

This award winning new play by Emmy nominated writer Jeffrey Solomon recounts a transgendered asylum-seeker's flight from Guyana and the ensuing uphill battle to prove claims of persecution.

Coffee SUPER Social & Fundraiser

Wednesday, April 2 * 9:00 pm * Webster's Bookstore Cafe* 128 S. Allen Street

Sponsored by AXIS and Webster's Bookstore Cafe

Proceeds benefit the AIDS Project

Join us for this social event following "Tara's Crossing" at Webster's at 9 PM to enjoy FREE coffee while chatting and meeting new people.

Dinner at Baby's

Thursday, April 3 * 7:00 pm * Baby's Diner * 131 South Garner Street

Sponsored by AXIS

Looking for an informal gathering? Come to Baby's and enjoy a meal while meeting new people.

Thursday, April 3, 2008

Greek Life $100,000 Pyramid

Thursday, April 3 * 7:00 pm * 112 Walker

Sponsored by Panhellenic, IFC, NPHC, MGC

Enjoy a fun interaction between Greeks and Gays that explores the stereotypes associated with each group while delving into the playful side each holds dear.

Friday, April 4, 2008

FREE HIV Testing

Friday, April 4 * 10 am - 4 pm * Ritenour

Sponsored by the Office of Health Promotion and Wellness

Drag Show

Friday, April 4 * 10:00 pm * Alumni Hall

Sponsored by Undertones and LateNight Penn State

The Professional Drag Show has become a tradition among the LGBTA community at Penn State and this year is no exception. The Drag Show will be the last event of Pride Week, ending what is sure to be an amazing week with a BANG! Everyone is welcome so invite your friends and make sure to bring your best heels. It'll be FIERCE!

Guest Bartenders

Friday, April 4 * 12:00 midnight * Chumley's * 108 West College Avenue

Sponsored by Chumley's

Proceeds benefit the Rainbow Roundtable Fund supporting LGBTA student groups at Penn State

Who will they be? Come and celebrate after the Drag Show and help benefit the Rainbow Roundtable Fund donating your tips.

Saturday, April 5, 2008

Chumley's Saturday Specials

Saturday, April 5 * 12 NOON - 8 pm * Chumley's * 108 West College Avenue

Sponsored by Chumley's

Specials at a bar? How else can we describe it? Don't miss out on the opportunity to enjoy good food and beverages from 12 PM to 8 PM.

Candlelight Vigil

Saturday, April 5 * Time and location TBA

Lawrence King. Simmie Williams, Jr. Campus candlelight vigil in response to the murders of two teenage members of the LGBT community.

Friday, April 18, 2008

3rd Annual Undertones Pageant

Friday, April 18 * 10 pm * Heritage Hall, HUB

Sponsored by Undertones

And the crown goes to... Who will have the best talent? Who will dress to impress? Well who will it be? Join us to find out! Friday April 18th at 10 PM in Heritage Hall.

Sunday, April 20, 2008

Red Ribbon AIDS Walk

Sunday, April 20 * 12:00 NOON * Central Parklet, State College

Sponsored by the AIDS Project

Proceeds benefit the AIDS Project

Show your support by walking in the Red Ribbon AIDS Walk. Bonus --- Get in shape for that swim suit you've been dying to wear! Registration is required. Please register at http://www.theaidsproject.com/index.cfm.

Monday, April 21, 2008

Cartoonist Howard Cruse

Monday, April 21 * 7:00 pm * Foster Auditorium, Pattee Library

Sponsored by University Libraries Diversity Committee and the LGBTA Student Resource Center

Howard Cruse, a gay cartoonist talks about stuck Rubber Baby, Wendel, and the Funnybook Roots. Followed by a book signing.