Costume Ball tomorrow and other info for QAAFA

Hey everyone, don't miss the costume ball tomorrow in the Multipurpose Room at 9pm.  It should be really awesome and Queer friendly! There will be lots of food and good people.

 

Also, next quarter the meeting time has changed to 5-7pm on Tuesdays in the same room (VU 462a).  I know a lot of you will need to leave early to go eat, but it was the only other time we could do it.

 

Next week's meeting is purly social! Come hang out, eat some food, play games and enjoy the company of others.  VU 462a at 4pm.

 

Thank you everyone,

Josh Foley

Coordinator Queers and Allies for Activism

Today's QAAFA meeting at 4pm in Viking Union 462a

Hello everyone! Can't wait to see you all tonight.

 

We're doing Queer 101.  Learn everything you need to know about Queer identity and why we are fighing for rights.

 

LGBTA Events this week:

Tonight at 7pm in VU 462: Celebrating Different Identities: Queer Syle!

 

Thursday at 7pm in VU Multipurpose Room (MPR): Love your body, Love your mind.  This is an interactive self esteem workshop.  It will be a lot like the "game" we played a couple weeks ago, but expanded over 2 hours.

 

Also, don't forget to wear purple tomorrow in memory of the many youth suicides over the last two months. 

Thank you everyone,

Josh Foley

Coordinator QAAFA

QAAFA Meeting today at 4pm in VU 462a

Hey everyone, today we will finally be able to discuss activism! We really haven't had an opportunity to do so yet.

Also, we need to come up with an idea for a program.  Seeing as November is almost here, be thinking about events for elections.

If you didn't get your shirt last week, you can get it at today's meeting.  $10.

Also, the Counseling Center is starting a Pride support group for LGBTQ individuals.  It will be on Wednesdays at 4:30pm in the Counseling Center.  They need people to sign up and I've heard it is amazing.  If you would like to be a part of it, please call the Counseling Center at (360)650-3164.

Thank you everyone,
Josh Foley
Coordinator QAAFA

Upcoming LGBTA Events:
Coming Out Stories: Tonight at 7pm in VU 462
Love your body, Love your mind: Thursday, Oct 21st in the Multipurpose Room of Viking Union

Meeting today at 4pm. Left over shirts for sale! Queers and Allies for Activism

Hey everyone, our meeting is today at 4pm in VU 462a.  We will be selling the shirts we have left over from last year.  They are $10 and we have a lot left.

Today we will be discussing the 6 youth suicides as well as the definition of activism.

See you all there!
Josh Foley
Coordinator QAAFA

Also here are a couple things about campus safety:

First, I just wanted to check in with everyone and make sure you all feel safe and welcome on our campus.  Our campus and bellingham at large are extremely safe.  If you ever feel unsafe on campus, you can always call the Greencoats (a campus safety program), who will walk with you if you want them to. Their number is (360)650-3555.  That is also the number for Campus Police for a nonemergency.  For emergencies off campus call 911 and evergencies on campus call (360)650-3911 (it is quickest) or 911.

Second, our campus offers awesome resources if you need any type of emotional help.  The Counseling Center is located in Old Main 540 and free to students.  Their number is (360)650-3164.  They are awesome for emergencies or if you just want to talk.  I've been there for both.  They are also having an LGBTQ support group again this year.  It is on Wednesdays at 4pm. if you would like to join it, give them a call. You can always come to our office (VU 515) and talk to us as well.  We can help you find the resources you need or want.

Third, there is always the Trevor Project.  It is a support line for LGBTQ people thinking about suicide.  (866)488-7386.  It is 24 hours and confidential.

Finally, the LGBTA is having a positive body image event in response to the suicides.  On October 21st at 7pm, come to Viking Union Multipurpose Room for Love Your Body, Love Your Mind: A Positive Response to a Negative Issue.

Be safe this weekend!

Hey everyone, I just wanted to send out an email to tell you all to be safe this weekend.

 

There is no reason to be scared on our streets, but I know some of us are.  Bellingham and especially Western's campus are extremely safe and welcoming.

 

I also wanted to give you all my number just in case you don't feel safe walking home alone.  I have a car.

 

Thank you all,

Josh Foley

(509)553-9463 (you can also text me, but please don't abuse this)

Coordinator Queers and Allies for Activism