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A new UAlbany research project is putting academic rigor behind what LGBTQ+ communities have always known — that the best support often comes from people who share your experiences. Here is what the research shows and how students can build these networks on any campus.
June ends, students go home, and campus LGBTQ+ centers empty out. But community doesn't pause for summer. Here's how student organizers, summer camps, and year-round programming keep the connection alive when the academic calendar works against it.
The University of Calgary was told it can't march at Pride 2026 as an institution. But the students are marching anyway. Here's what that says about the state of LGBTQ+ campus life.
Campus support systems don't disappear over summer, but they can feel like they do. Here's how to maintain mental wellness, community connection, and a sense of belonging during the months when the campus LGBTQ+ center is on reduced hours.
State legislatures introduced over 240 bills affecting LGBTQ+ youth this year. But away from the news cycle, students are doing something quieter and maybe more powerful: showing up for each other.
The rainbow logos come down, the corporate Pride posts stop, and campus resource centers go quiet. But community doesn't take a summer break — and neither should your support network.
How campuses are moving beyond occasional guest speakers to create sustained, meaningful connections between queer alumni and current students.
How students are creating sports spaces where LGBTQ+ players can compete without the pressure — and politics — of NCAA athletics.
How queer veterans are navigating the transition from military life to college — and building networks that bridge both identities.
LGBTQ+ student life isn't just about coping with challenges — it's about cultivating joy. Here's what research and students say about building resilience.
When queer events overlook disability, they leave behind the students who need community most. Here's what real accessibility looks like.
A step-by-step guide to founding, funding, and sustaining an LGBTQ+ student group — even on campuses where administration isn't eager to help.
How students at community colleges, small liberal arts schools, and rural campuses are creating LGBTQ+ support systems from the ground up.
One student's journey from a rural Midwest town to a large public university, navigating identity, community, and the shock of visibility.
Build meaningful LGBTQ+ connections in college. Find mentors, navigate campus resources, and create your support network.
Featured A practical guide to finding LGBTQ+ student organizations, participating in campus events, and building meaningful connections during your college journey.