Western LGBTQ+ Resources
Western offers multiple resources to support LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff. LGBTQ+ Western can help you connect to campus resources you would like to know more about. In addition to the resources listed below, check out the Western Community page to learn about student and employee organizations. We also provide faculty, staff and students with opportunities for Lifelong LGBTQ+ Learning. For resources in the broader Bellingham community and beyond, visit the Local Resources page.
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The Financial Aid Department can help you navigate getting financial assistance to pay for college. The…
University Residences provides Pride Housing for students who are particularly seeking an LGBTQ+ affirming and gender-inclusive living experience.
On-Campus Services
The Counseling and Wellness Center provides brief individual counseling, group counseling, workshops, and self-help resources for Western students. Crisis services are available 24 hours a day…
The Ethnic Student Center helps students affirm their identity, build community, and cultivate leadership. The ESC provides comfortable lounge space, cable TV, desk space, computers, supplies, and…
University Residences provides Pride Housing for students who are particularly seeking an LGBTQ+ affirming and gender-inclusive living experience.
Show your pride and support for LGBTQ+ people with LGBTQ+ Western pride stickers. Stickers are available in room 722 and 723 of the Multicultural Center!
The Student Health Center is every student’s home for health and well-being at Western Washington University. All students have access to a wide range of services. The Student Health Center…
Prevention and Wellness Services’ Wellness Advocates Program is a unique volunteer opportunity for passionate Western students who are committed to enhancing their own health and the health of…
Gender Identity Resources
Gender neutral facilities provide important restroom and locker room access for people of all gender identities, as well as for people with disabilities who are assisted by someone of a different…
Last Updated 9/20/2024.
Hello! The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer + (LGBTQ+) community have many identities and various terms we use for ourselves. This glossary is a tool to help…
Name changes for faculty and staff are administered by Human Resources. Detailed information, and a link to the Employee Name Change e-sign form, are available in the “Personal Information”…
Student name changes are administered by the Registrar’s Office. Detailed information is available on the Student…
The WWU Speech and Language Clinic serves individuals across the gender spectrum who wish to modify their communication to be more in alignment with…
We often make assumptions about people’s gender identities and the pronouns they use based on our perception of a person’s name or appearance. Sometimes these assumptions are not accurate.
Students and employees can indicate and update their pronouns and gender identity in the Personal Information section of Web4U. Providing this…
Resources for Racial Justice
GLAAD
Healing-focused work at the intersections of leadership, social justice, and mindfulness. Dr. Acosta’s website includes videos, podcasts, and upcoming live online events. (not specifically LGBTQ+…
The Ethnic Student Center helps students affirm their identity, build community, and cultivate leadership. The ESC provides comfortable lounge space, cable TV, desk space, computers, supplies, and…
“We believe rest is a form of resistance and name sleep deprivation as a racial and social justice issue.” (not specifically LGBTQ+ focused)
Black-led LGBTQ+ Organizations
Self Care
Healing-focused work at the intersections of leadership, social justice, and mindfulness. Dr. Acosta’s website includes videos, podcasts, and upcoming live online events. (not specifically LGBTQ+…
“We believe rest is a form of resistance and name sleep deprivation as a racial and social justice issue.” (not specifically LGBTQ+ focused)
Faculty & Staff Resources
For Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Non-Binary, and Queer (LGBTQ+) Students
Provided by the LGBTQ+ Director, Human Resources, and the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX Compliance.
Last Updated 9/20/2024.
Hello! The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer + (LGBTQ+) community have many identities and various terms we use for ourselves. This glossary is a tool to help…
Name changes for faculty and staff are administered by Human Resources. Detailed information, and a link to the Employee Name Change e-sign form, are available in the “Personal Information”…
Show your pride and support for LGBTQ+ people with LGBTQ+ Western pride stickers. Stickers are available in room 722 and 723 of the Multicultural Center!
We often make assumptions about people’s gender identities and the pronouns they use based on our perception of a person’s name or appearance. Sometimes these assumptions are not accurate.
Lifelong Learning
GLAAD
Last Updated 9/20/2024.
Hello! The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer + (LGBTQ+) community have many identities and various terms we use for ourselves. This glossary is a tool to help…
We often make assumptions about people’s gender identities and the pronouns they use based on our perception of a person’s name or appearance. Sometimes these assumptions are not accurate.