Join us for our LGBTea social gatherings in the Diversity Center (SLB 22 - Legacy Campus) on Wednesday, February 4 2026 at 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. to watch a Short Film surrounding queer black identities. 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, make plans for the weekend, and discuss. We will have light snacks and refreshments!

Join us in honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through service to our community. On this Day of Service, volunteers are invited to help assemble care kits for a local nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families in need.

During this hands-on project, participants will sort items, pack essential hygiene and comfort supplies, and personalize each kit with an encouraging note. All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is needed—just a willingness to help others.

Joins us on January 28, 2025, from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. in the Diversity Center Lounge (SLB 22) to learn about consent and the how it applies to our daily lives. Bring a friend because we will also be having games and prizes! 

This event is open to all UIS students.

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

Join us for our LGBTea Social this Friday, February 13, 2026 in the SLC to make Valentine's cards and learn about healthy relationships. 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.

*Open to all UIS students only

Join us for our LGBTea social gatherings and QueerNections networking event on Monday 1/12, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. in the Diversity Center Lounge. 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,  listen to music, make plans for the weekend or for the semster, and get to know students, faculty, and staff at UIS. We will have light snacks and refreshments, as well as some hot apple cider!

Join us for our LGBTea social gatherings on Wednesday, January 21, 2025 at 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. in the Diversity Center (SLB 22 - Legacy Campus). 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, make plans for the weekend, and play games. We will have light snacks and refreshments while we watch a spooky movie.

Join us for our LGBTea social gathering at GSSS in the Diversity Center (SLB 22 - Legacy Campus). 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!). We will have light snacks and refreshments!

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

*Open to all UIS students only

Join the Women’s Center for a time filled with studying, vibes, and snacks at our pop-up study tables! Get a chance to win a study bundle at the door as well with a raffle! Stop by the Diversity Center Lounge (SLB 22) on Wednesday, January 28^th, 2026 from 1:30pm-4:30pm.

All UIS students welcome!

For questions or accommodations, contact us at womenscenter@uis.edu or 217-206-7173.

Join CSF for a night of fellowship, worship, and teaching. There’s a place for you here!

The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Breakfast, sponsored by the Springfield Frontiers International Club is held each year honoring the legacy of the civil rights leader. The event gathers community members from across the Springfield metro area for reflection, fellowship, and celebration.