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 Mondays from 3pm-4pm.

Join us for our LGBTea social gathering on Monday, March 30, 2026 in the TRAC Multipurpose Room at 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. to discuss Trans Identities in sports! 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, and play games . We will have light snacks and refreshments!

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

Bee Heard is a spoken word night dedicated to uplifting and honoring Black voices (Real stories, performance, and a space for creativity and connection.)

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!

Joins us on January 28, 2026, from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. in the Women's Center Lounge (SLB 15) 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 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 us for our LGBTea social gathering by GSSS and the Women's Center in the Diversity Center Lounge (SLB 22 - Legacy Campus). We will be crafting trees while talking about resilience, building roots in strength, and creating joy. 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!

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 us and create care bags filled with essential hygiene products to support women in need. Alongside the bags, participants will write heartfelt letters to women who inspire them!