LGBTA Student Resource Center Discussion Groups (PDF)
The purpose of the LGBTA Discussion groups is to provide a safe space for students to express their thoughts, perspectives, and opinions on issues, knowledge, and trends in the LGBTIQQA community. The discussion groups seek to provide a space for students to explore social identities (i.e. transgender, women, men, etc.). Each group has its own set of broad discussion topics that challenge students to expand their knowledge and develop their identities relative to their place in the world.
All facilitators are trained with basic facilitation skills and will work with students to develop the group focus. We encourage students to engage facilitators and fellow participants and take ownership of the group. This will allow students to assist group process and ensure a successful and meaningful experience for all.
For more information, you can find resource information and discussion group descriptions below. Should you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Eddie Johns.
Resources (PDFs)
- Discussion Group Ground Rules
- Guidelines for Observing within the LGBTA Student Resource Center
- Terminology Associated with the LGBTQQIA Community
Spring 2012 Discussion Groups
All discussion groups take place in 101 Boucke.
Group |
Facilitator(s) |
Description |
Days |
SEX Talk |
Julian Haas, Frank Chumbiray, & Eddie Johns |
The Sex Talk group was created to provide an outlet for students interested in sexual behaviors and general issues surrounding sexuality. Discussions may focus on perspectives on sex and erotic book readings. Explicit sexual material may be discussed. This discussion group is open to all. |
Monday 12:15pm-1:00pm |
Trans-Talk |
Janis Gilham & Jess Davi |
The Trans-Talk group is provides a safe space for students who identify as transgender, transsexual, cross-dresser, gender queer, etc. to talk about topics surrounding gender identity and expression. This group is open to students whose gender identity falls under the transgender umbrella. |
Monday 1:00pm-2:00pm |
| GayA | Erica Pilgram & Dorothy Evensen | A supportive discussion on the overuse/misuse of drugs and alcohol in families, friendships, relationships, and the LGBTQA community | Starting March 27th Every other Tuesday 11:00am-12:00pm |
GAYmers |
Eddie Johns & Jess Davi |
The GAYmers group was created to start a dialogue surrounding video game stories, creation, and the LGBTIQQA community. This discussion group may include active videogame playing. This discussion group is open to all. |
Tuesday 4:00pm-5:00pm |
It’s a Colorful World |
Jordan West, Brianna Serrano, & Luke Roche |
It’s a colorful world groupis focused on providing a safe space for queer students of color to discuss issues and subjects that affect POC. This group is open to students of color. |
Wednesday 10:00am-11:00pm |
Lavender Graduates |
Geoff Landers-Nolan |
The Lavender Graduates group is focused on the issues and experiences of queer graduate students at Penn State University Park. Discussions may focus around being an LGBT graduate student within academia and/or social networks within the graduate community. This group is open to all graduate students. |
Wednesday 11:00am-12:00pm |
Hearts Not Parts |
Ashante Kirby & Brianna Serrano |
The Hearts Not Parts group is focused on the issues and topics that affect the bisexual, pan-sexual, and omnisexual community. This group is open for students who identify with a fluid sexual orientation. |
Wednesday 12:00pm-1:00pm |
LGBT in The Media |
Brett Meyers & Eddie Johns |
The LGBT in the Media group focuses on the images of LGBT People on TV, in the movies, newspapers, and other forms of media. This group is open to all students. |
Thursday 2:30pm-3:30pm |
Religion & Spirituality Group |
Brian Patchcoski & Beth Bradley |
The Religion and Spirituality Group is a safe and supportive space for students to discuss issues of and experiences with religion, spirituality, sexuality, and gender identity and provide resources for those who want additional support. This is an open group. All are welcome. |
To Be Announced Contact Brian @ bjp226@psu.edu for more information. |