Join us for our annual celebration of National Coming Out Day! We will be celebrating on Monday, October 12th, 1pm-3pm in the UIS Studio Theatre. This event honors the national day that occurs on October 11th.

Join us to decorate some Pronoun Buttons to celebrate International Pronouns Day! We will be in the Student Leadership Multipurpose area at the Student Union from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. 

For questions or any specific accommodations, please contact us at gss@uis.edu or 217-206-8316.

*Open to all UIS Students, Faculty, and Staff

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. Students are able to participate in Fluidity as needed and does not require consistent, continuous attendance. Fluidity provides a safe and private 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. Fluidity will occur on Tuedsays from 3pm-4pm.

Join us Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. in the Women's Center Lounge (SLB 15) to enjoy conversation around dating, sexual health, consent, and how to navigate dating apps. How to Human is an event series that breaks down barriers and teaches necessary skills to everyone!

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. Students are able to participate in Fluidity as needed and does not require consistent, continuous attendance. Fluidity provides a safe and private 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. Fluidity will occur on Tuedsays from 3pm-4pm.

Join The Women's Center & Gender and Sexuality Student Services on Monday's 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. at the Student Union North Entrance Tables to learn about our Centers! We will have free resources, information, and good conversation! We will also be partnering with Springfield Urban League, who will be providing free STI testing in their mobile unit parked in the Union lot for the duration of our tabling. 

Joun The Women's Center & Gender and Sexuality Student Services on 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. at the Student Union North Entrance Tables to learn about our Centers! We will have free resources, information, and good conversation! We are also collaborating with Springfield Urban League, and they will have free STI testing at their mobile unit in the Union parking lot for the duration of our tabling. 

Celebrate World Mental Health Day with us by enjoying some relaxing activities! We will be going nail painting, face masks, as well as arts & crafts. We will be at the Student Leadership Center in the Student Unions from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026. 

Join us for Shades: This Is My Village on Wednesday, October 7, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM in the Diversity Center. We'll begin with a presentation exploring the meaning of community, defining terms often associated with belonging, support, and connection while reflecting on how community and family can be uniquely defined by each person. Participants will then have the opportunity to write a letter to someone on campus who has made a positive impact in their life, with encouragement to share their letter as a meaningful expression of gratitude and appreciation.