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queerPSU is a repository of LGBTQA related media at Penn State, ranging from newspaper articles to fliers and event advertising. If you have any pictures or materials, please do not hesitate to contact us.

1988

March 21, 1988 - Anti-homosexuality fliers found posted on campus


1991

February 11, 1991 - Gay soldiers serve country despite rules forbidding it

March 18, 1991 - Students attack coach's alleged anti-lesbian stance


1992

October 12, 1992 - New organization joins fight for adoption of State College fair housing ordinance

December 10, 1992 - Coffeehouses offer meeting places for gay communities


1995

March 21, 1995 - Despite unique reputation, bar welcomes any crowd

July 28, 1995 - My Opinion : Fruit flies and fabulousness: The wonder of genes at work


1996

March 28, 1996 - Rally provides support at start of Pride Week

April 2, 1996 - Bisexual people must deal with additional stereoypes

July 11, 1996 - Accepting gays requires more than tolerant behavior

September 30, 1996 - Read Opinion : Saving lives worth discrimination

October 31, 1996 - Daily Grind : Karolyn Hicks works social change into her daily schedule

December 4, 1996 - Gay man gets flak at heterosexual wedding


1997

February 11, 1997 - Senders of unwanted E-mail lose University account privileges

March 28, 1997 - People don't care about story on gay athletes

April 3, 1997 - Jesus' teachings change former lesbian's lifestyle

October 15, 1997 - Gay, Christian not mutually exclusive


1999

April 6, 1999 - A tribute to a friend : Vigil remembers victim of hate crime, supports victim's best friend


2001

April 21, 2001 - 30 gather for anti-hate crime rally


2002

April 11, 2002 - Sankofa forum discusses black homophobia, racism

April 12, 2002 - Chum's for everyone

April 28, 2002 - LGBT, black students receive threats

December 14, 2002 - Neither straight nor narrow


2003

December 9, 2003 - Web site owner makes apology


2004

February 17, 2004 - Renewing faith

October 21, 2004 - Bean shares trials of gay life

October 25, 2004 - LGBTA rally promotes Coming Out Day


2005

January 21, 2005 - Lesbian minister speaks about coming out speech, persecution

February 18, 2005 - Letter to the Editor : Readers respond to "hateful" letter about Collegian photo

February 21, 2005 - Letter to the Editor: Readers respond to "hateful" letter about photo

March 15, 2005 - Greeks working to improve tolerance of gays

March 18, 2005 - Greeks working to improve tolerance of gays

March 18, 2005 - Gay greek chapters fade

March 31, 2005 - Live Homosexual Acts illustrates everyday lives of LGBT community

April 15, 2005 - My Opinion Telling someone you're gay should not define you

December 29, 2005 - Ex-lady lion says Portland made anti-gay remarks


2006

March 23, 2006 - Festival to raise awareness at PSU

April 10, 2006 - LGBTA awards crowns

October 3, 2006 - Rally sparks controversy

October 12, 2006 - Bevis fights for gay rights


2007

January 23, 2007 - Former prof. suing for bias

February 7, 2007 - Former Lion, NBA player to announce he's gay

February 8, 2007 - Former Lion says he's gay

February 12, 2007 - Activists protest diversity policies

February 13, 2007 - My Opinion : Former Lion's statement shows courage

February 21, 2007 - Professor: LGBTAs coming out earlier

February 22, 2007 - Officials: No plans for co-ed rooms

March 28, 2007 - Letter to the Editor Homophobics ignoring certain books of Bible

March 27, 2007 - GAYME Show puts gay pride knowledge to test

April 3, 2007 - PSU responds to lawsuit

April 16, 2007 - Pageant crowns gay community royalty

April 20, 2007 - Amaechi discusses life, love for PSU

April 26, 2007 - Films selected to play in the Film Festival

September 17, 2007 - Penn State rising in diversity rankings


2008

January 25, 2008 - Reveverend files complaint

February 4, 2008 - Alumna speaks about her win against drugs, depression

February 6, 2008 - LGBTA attends national conference

February 15, 2008 - KissOut garners positive reaction

March 5, 2008 - LETTER TO THE EDITOR : Nothing immoral exists in gay commitment ceremony

March 24, 2008 - LGBT couples to unite

March 26, 2008 - LETTER TO THE EDITOR : Commitment ceremonies a sign of change at PSU

March 28, 2008 - LETTER TO THE EDITOR : Quoting Bible against gay lifestyle ignores truth

March 28, 2008 - Couples ready for ceremony

March 31, 2008 - Couples unite in ceremony

April 1, 2008 - 'GayMe' informs students

April 2, 2008 - LGBT community to benefit from gift

April 7, 2008 - Event honors victims

April 15, 2008 - Gay couples affected by taxes

April 21, 2008 - Pageant crowns Ms. Gay Penn State

April 21, 2008 - Award-winning cartoonist to speak, sign books

April 23, 2008 - Review : Opera 'bares' illicit sexuality

April 28, 2008 - My Opinion Rally preaches love, not hate

April 30, 2008 - Film festival examines gay culture

April 2, 2008 - LGBT community to benefit from gift



September 17, 2008 - LGBT group focuses on voter registration

September 18, 2008 - Penn State rising in diversity rankings

October 8, 2008 - LGBT political forum focuses on equality

October 14, 2008 - Groups display dedication at events

October 27, 2008 - Same-sex ruling inspires hope

November 10, 2008 - Proposition 8 prompts reaction

November 11, 2008 - Bisexual, transgender stereotypes discussed

November 11, 2008 - Activists unite in response to Spanier

November 12, 2008 - LGBT group discusses campus liasons, minor

November 13, 2008 - Video: Prop 8 Vigil

November 17, 2008 - Gay rights activist advocates action