Coming Out Month Events
October 2024
Coming Out Month, celebrated each October, is a time to honor and uplift the LGBTQ+ community by encouraging openness, visibility, and self-expression. Rooted in National Coming Out Day on October 11th, this month-long celebration provides a platform for individuals to share their stories, connect with allies, and foster a more inclusive society. It features a range of events, from educational panels to social gatherings, all aimed at promoting acceptance and equality.
Join the Office of Inclusion and other campus partner to celebrate authenticity, unity, and to honor the journey of self-discovery.
Drag Loteria
Friday, October 4, 2024
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
International Pavilion
Mark your calendars and join us for Drag Loteria night! Bring your friends along for a night of food, candy, performances, and prizes!
GIH Lunch & Learn: Relationships
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
IMQ Center in the Union Fieldhouse
The Office of Inclusion invites students in or interested in Gender Inclusive Housing to join the IMQ, Campus Living, and Counseling Services for a lunch & learn all about relationships! Students are encouraged to come curious and ask questions. Food will be provided!
Cookies and Consent with Health Promotion
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Fieldhouse Lobby
Out N Proud in the Workplace
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
IMQ Center in the Union Fieldhouse
Bring your questions about the intersection of LGBTQIA+ identities and careers for our panel of NAU faculty, staff, and alumni at the Office of Inclusion’s Out & Proud in the Workplace. Attendees will gain valuable insight on what it’s like navigating your identity and career, and how they can be their most authentic self in professional settings. Light snacks will be provided.
Louie’s Cupboard Coming Out Month Cooking Demo and Cookie Decorating
Friday, October 11, 2024
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Lumberjack Care Center
Join Louie’s Cupboard, The Office of Inclusion and Campus Dining while supplies last for a special distributionof grub boxes and a cooking demo to celebrate Coming Out Month.No sign-up needed!
Bringing in the Bystander Open Session
Friday, October 11, 2024
3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Join the Office of Inclusion and Health Promotion for an open session of Bringing in the Bystander, NAU’s bystander prevention education training. Learn how you can help reduce sexual violence on campus and support someone who has experienced sexual violence, improve your knowledge and skills to safely intervene in situations of sexual violence, harassment, and bullying, and earn a certificate of completion for your resume. This event will take place in the IMQ Center on Friday, October 11, 2024 from 3:30 – 5:30 PM.
Glow Rave: Vogue Ball
Friday, October 11, 2024
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
International Pavilion
Celebrate National Coming Out Day with Campus Living and the Office of Inclusion at our annual Glow Rave! This year’s theme, “Vogue Ball,” will explore the history of vogue and ball culture, which has been incredibly influential on the LGBTQIA+ community and the world. Come dance with us, learn some new moves, and make some new friends on Friday, October 11 in the International Pavilion from 7-10 PM!
Sex in the Media
Friday, October 18, 2024
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Q-Unity Center in the IMQ Center at the University Union Fieldhouse
SUN RainBOO!
Friday, November 1, 2024
8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
University Union Fieldhouse
Join SUN Entertainment, IMQ, and STAC as we celebrate Coming Out Month with RainBoo! on November 1st from 8PM-12AM in the Union Fieldhouse!
Come enjoy a dance party, drag performances, costume contests, prizes, and a celebration of all things spooky with a DJ, photo booth, free food and fun!
Free admission with NAU ID.