Annual pride walk, film viewing and discussion to celebrate LGBTQ+ community
Indiana University Northwest is celebrating Pride Month with a series of events June 24 – 26 to generate awareness surrounding the issues and experiences of the LGBTQ+ community.
As the most diverse campus within the IU system, IU Northwest is committed to fostering an inclusive campus community where every LGBTQ+ individual is afforded the opportunity to learn and work in a supportive, healthy and safe environment.
All IU Northwest Pride Month events and activities are free.
June 24 • Film Screening: Paris is Burning
Moraine Student Center • 1 – 3 p.m.
A viewing of the documentary “Paris is Burning,” a film that focuses on drag queens living in New York City and their "house" culture, which provides a sense of community and support for the flamboyant and often socially shunned performers.
June 25 • Annual Pride Walk
Library Plaza • 10 a.m. (create parade posters) / 10:30 a.m. (walk begins)
Participants will walk around campus, celebrating lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer social and self-acceptance, achievements, legal rights and pride. The march ends at the Tamarack Green firepit where there will be light refreshments.
June 26 • Election Year: Discussion of LGBTQI+ Rights and Legislation
Zoom: Link • 1 – 3 p.m.
An insightful discussion of local and national LGBTQ+ legislation will be discussed and its implications for our shared communities.
