Affinity Centered Programs
Affinity Centered Programs
These spaces center certain populations. But like all Western Washington University and LGBTQ+ Western events, they are open for all. Anyone who does not identify with the affinity is asked to come open-minded and as an ally to support the people with the identity. If you are interested in starting another Affinity Centered Space, please email lgbtq@wwu.edu.
All of these spaces listed below are open to the community unless otherwise stated. We are committed to providing community spaces inclusive of community members, prospective students, alumni, faculty, and staff. We center the current students needs and cater the activities to that population, but all are welcome.
You are welcome to bring a friend, come and go as needed, whatever you wish!
New Affinity Programs
We are always exploring new affinity spaces for people within the LGBTQ+ community. Some ideas for affinity spaces may work better as an AS Club like the Lavender Menaces, T.A.G. Team, etc. We are always open for suggestions, email lgbtq@wwu.edu if you would like to see another affinity program.
Fall 2025 Dates
Affinity Program | Dates | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
Love Constellations | Once a month Thursdays
Nov 13th Dec 4th | 4-5:30pm | Viking Union 749 (LGBTQ+ Lounge) |
Queer & Trans People of Color | First Tuesday of every month Oct 7th Nov 4th Dec 2nd | 4-5:30pm | Viking Union 749 (LGBTQ+ Lounge) |
Queer Men's Gatherings | Wednesday Once a Month Oct 15th Nov 12th | 4-5:30pm | Viking Union 749 (LGBTQ+ Lounge) |
| Sapphic Space | Tuesday Oct 7th 4-6:30pm VU 552 Thursday Nov 6th 4-5:30pm VU 749
| Varies (see left) | Oct 7th: VU 552 Nov 6th: VU 749 |
Trans Tea | Tues Oct 21st Tues Nov 18th | 4-5:30pm | Oct 21st: Multicultural Center Kitchen Nov `8th: VU 749 |
| Violet Femmes | Tues Oct 28th Tues Nov 25th | 4-5:30 | VU 749 |
Affinity Programs
Black LGBTQ+ Thriving Collective
The Black LGBTQ+ Thriving Collective exists to advance the holistic wellness and academic success of Black LGBTQ+ Western students.
Winter quarter, we are taking a hiatus. However, the Queer and Trans People of Color Thriving Coordiantors, who run the collective, are working with the Black Student Coalition to ensure Black History Month programming includes supportive services for Black LGBTQ+ people.
Love Constellations
Love Constellations: Gathering for polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous students of all genders and sexualities. Connecting to provide mutual advice, make friends, and discuss concepts, challenges, and joys within the poly and ENM community.
Queer Men's Gatherings
These meetings are designed to support our Gay, Bi, Queer, and Trans Men on Campus. Empowering this community, establishing support systems, and networking is among many of the things we want to encourage! These spaces are inclusive for trans men and non-binary masculine people.
Queer and Trans People of Color (QTPOC) Gatherings
In collaboration with the Counseling and Wellness Center, we will host this affinity centered space focuses on queer and trans people of color as we discuss resources, current events, pop culture, etc that center Queer and Trans People of Color.
Trans Tea
Trans Tea is a space for trans-spectrum and non-binary students and allies to come together to discuss current events, learn about services and resources, and enjoy tea and snacks. Our longest running Affinity Based Program!