HIV Testing - Free, Rapid, Discreet
Free, discreet, rapid HIV testing on a walk-in basis. No appointment is necessary. The test will be a quick prick of the finger. Results will be available within 15-20 minutes of taking the test. It will be a discreet and private setting. ALL testing hours will be posted on UIS Connection. The testing site will be at the Gender and Sexuality Student Services lounge, within the Diversity Center at the Student Life Building, Suite 22.
Shades
Shades is a discussion group for all UIS students. The goal of this group is to create a safe space through which we can explore topics of identity and bring together QTPOC (Queer & Trans* People of Color) students and allies on campus. Raffle prizes are offered each week.
* Only open to UIS students
Fluidity
Fluidity is a weekly support group where students across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum and allies discuss topics relevant to their experiences including campus, community and interpersonal situations. Fluidity provides a safe and confidential space with peers for those exploring their sexual and/or gender identity. The group allows advocacy for its members and is a judgment-free zone.
All About the L: Lesbian Visibility Day
Join GSSS for a discussion and trivia on the history of the LGBTQIA+ acronym. We'll have snacks and a raffle prize.
LGBTea
Join us for our weekly LGBTea social gatherings at GSSS in the Diversity Center (SLB 22) on Thursdays from 4PM-6PM. LGBTea offers a comfortable, accepting, and non-judgmental social atmosphere for students with marginalized gender and/or sexual identities and allied peers. Students hang out, watch movies, listen to music, make plans for the weekend, and play games (Just to name a few!).
For questions or any specific accommodations, please contact us at gss@uis.edu or 217-206-8316.
Shades: Gender Diversity in the Lesbian Community
Shades is a discussion group for all UIS students. The goal of this group is to create a safe space through which we can explore topics of identity and bring together QTPOC (Queer & Trans* People of Color) students and allies on campus. Raffle prizes are offered each week.
In honor of Lesbian Visibility Week, we'll be discussing the history of gender diversity with the Lesbian community.
Fluidity
Fluidity is a weekly support group where students across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum and allies discuss topics relevant to their experiences including campus, community and interpersonal situations. Fluidity provides a safe and confidential space with peers for those exploring their sexual and/or gender identity. The group allows advocacy for its members and is a judgment-free zone.
Feminist Friday: Guess the Straight Person
Join us for Feminist Friday on April 19 from 3-5pm to participate as an audience member in Guess The Straight Person, presented by the InQUEERy peer educator program! Guess The Straight Person runs like a game show! This event is open to all UIS students, faculty, and staff. Snacks and refreshments will be provided, and a raffle will be held at the end!
For questions or specific accommodations, contact us at gss@uis.edu or 217-206-8316.