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LGBTQ+ Western works to advance the holistic thriving of diverse LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff at Western Washington University by collaboratively engaging the university community with transformational knowledge, resources, advocacy and celebration. We welcome all to engage with us!

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Upcoming Events

Queer Men's Affinity Event

Promotional graphic for LGBTQ+ Western Affinity Events. Blue and purple abstract topographic-line background with large outlined text reading: “Queer Men’s Gathering.” Event details: “October 16th, 4–6 PM, Viking Union 749.” Additional text: “Open to all students, staff, faculty, community, allies welcome!”
Oct 16 2026, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Viking Union 749 (LGBTQ+ Lounge)

Trans Tea Affinity Event

Flyer for LGBTQ+ Western Affinity Events: Trans Tea. Event dates are October 20 and November 17 at 4 p.m. in the LGBTQ+ Lounge, Viking Union 749. Open to students, staff, faculty, community allies, and all welcome.
Oct 20 2026, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Viking Union 749 (LGBTQ+ Lounge)

Pre-Pride Night Crafting Event

Flyer for Pre-Pride Night Crafting Event on October 21st, 2026 from 4-5:30pm in Viking Union 749.
Oct 21 2026, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Viking Union 749 (LGBTQ+ Lounge)

Ace Affinity Event

Flyer for LGBTQ+ Western Affinity Events: “Ace Space: for those under the ace umbrella.” Puppet Making on October 26 from 5 to 6 p.m. in Viking Union 749. Open to all students, staff, faculty, community members, and allies. The flyer features a large blue and yellow umbrella on a light gray background.
Oct 26 2026, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Viking Union 749 (LGBTQ+ Lounge)

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Fast Facts: LGBTQ+ at WWU

Information about being LGBTQ+ at Western.

QTPOC Photoshoot

5 students pose in front of the Bay at PAC plaza on a cloudy day.

2026 Queer Fantasy Ball

Students with their backs facing the camera dance during the Queer Fantasy Ball in purple and blue lighting

2026 Drag Show Cast Photo

Group photo on the PAC stage of the cast and crew of the 2026 Annual Drag Show

2026 Lavender Graduation

A group photo of Lavender Graduates in the Multipurpose Room

At least 50% of Students are LGB+

Based on results from WELS Incoming Student surveys, at least 50% of Western's students have a queer sexuality. This number is likely an undercount because the questions on sexuality are optional to fill out, and the surveys themselves are voluntary response.

Over 17% of Students are Trans or Gender Expansive

Trans and Gender Expansive includes all gender identities for people who do not identify with their gender assigned at birth (ex. non-binary, genderfluid, transfeminine, etc.). Similarly to the data on sexuality, this number is likely an undercount. 

8 LGBTQ+ Centered Clubs

More information about LGBTQ+ centered clubs at Western can be found on the community page. Sadly, many clubs are on hiatus as of Fall 2026 - if you are interested in getting involved with the Queer Guild clubs, please fill out the LGBTQ+ club form. 

Annual Signature Events & Gaypril

Every year LGBTQ+ Western hosts Queerientation, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Trans Day of Visibility Week, Queer Fantasy Ball, a Drag Show, and Lavender Graduation. In fact, our Annual Drag Show is the longest running university drag show in the county. 

Additionally, every April we celebrate "Gaypril" - which is a whole month of LGBTQ+ programming since we are not in school during pride month. Depending on staff capacities, we also have programming for LGBTQ+ History Month (October). 

On the Top 25 List of Four-Year Colleges in the US for LGBTQ+ Friendliness

Western ranks #12 out of 1,718 US colleges, and #2 in WA. Some highlights from our score are that we're one of 253 colleges with a professionally staffed LGBTQ+ center, and that we received a perfect score on LGBTQ+ inclusive campus policy. 

See the LGBTQ+ College Index for more detailed information on our score and how we compare to other schools around the country.

Media

2025-26 Impact Report

Large group photo taken outside in the park

Inside details information about LGBTQ+ students at Western, LGBTQ+ Western events and services, and our future plans. Picture is from the July 2025 Generations of Pride potluck. 

Trans Day of Visibility 2025

2025 Generations of Pride Coming Out Day Video

Quick Links

Work with LGBTQ+ Western

This page has our most up to date information on job, volunteer, and internship opportunities at LGBTQ+ Western.

Affinity Programs

Affinity programs center certain identities but are welcome to ALL student. More information about these programs can be found on their page. 

Gender Identity Resources

Information about accessing gender affirming care at Western can be found on this page. 

Bias Reporting

This page has information on how to report a bias incident and what the reporting process will look like.