will discuss their experiences studying, working, living, and organizing in rural communities as they relates to LGBT activism and community organizing. Audience participation and questions are welcome and appreciated. 23 Oh $#!T We Forgot the “T”: Creating Inclusive Spaces for Trans* Folk Stef Shuster Memorial Union Campanile Room This workshop will address engaging in trans-affirming social justice work. Many times transidentified people are merely “added on” to LGB-focused issues/topics or left out altogether from social justice frameworks. We will start with a basic (and brief) overview of trans-affirmative language, then move towards a discussion of cisprivilege, and end with a discussion of how to make our spaces, programming, and activism more inclusive of all genders - from micro-level interactions to macrolevel structural change. 24 Queer Service Members David Lingerfelt, Jake Eleazer, Rebecca Grant Carver 0190 With the recent repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” queer service members have finally gotten a chance to speak openly about their sexual orientation without fear of disciplinary action. Our panel of three queer service members will discuss their military careers before and after the repeal, and answer questions about our military service. We will talk openly about our years serving under the policy and what the repeal has meant to us. We will also address the current limitations of benefits to same-sex partners in the military, as well as the current ban on transgender service members. 25 NQC & Today Gillian Adler Carver 0274 New queer cinema was an early Sundance phenomenon that redefined filmmaking and 032
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depictions of queerness in films. As a result of this movement, many indie filmmakers have been able to release ‘queer’ themed films. We shall investigate if these films are like the new queer filmmakers and furthering the ideals of queerness, or sticking to strict formulas, which will allow them to receive funding and/or distribution. 26 The Art of Drag: Gender Performance History and Culture JAC Stringer Memorial Union Gold Room Drag is fabulous. Whether it is in a bar or a theatrical stage, drag is more than dressing up; it is addressing gender and culture through a queer lens. Drag is performed across communities and every facet uniquely promotes visibility, validation, and artistry for a wide spectrum of identities. In this workshop, we will discuss the history of gender performance, drag as we know it today, the cultures surrounding it, and what the future may hold. 27 Are We Losing Queerness: Rethinking American Gay Politics through the Netherlands and the Occupy Movement Christan Loggins MU 3538 With assimilation as the main trajectory for gay rights, this workshop explores the effect it has on queerness. The Netherlands, having achieved gay equality, will be used to show how achieving parity can lead to a depoliticized identity. This workshop will use the Occupy Movement as an example of the kind of queer politics that the gay movement should be organizing around. 28 Ally Development Theory: A History and a Critique Kevin Miller & Francis Oakgrove Carver 0305 An Ally is “a person who is a member of the ‘dominate’ or ‘majority’ group who works to end oppression in his or her personal and professional life through
support of, and as an advocate for, the oppressed population.” Join us as we offer a practical look at ally development theory from a critical framework. What does it mean to be an “ally” and how can we critique that privileged identity? 29 Do You Speak Queer? Natalie Klueg Carver 0298 As we move forward in our collective efforts for a queer movement, we faced with ever increasing ways to explain our wants/needs/desires/identities. While the growing list of queer vocabulary can be an aid in the dialogue surrounding the struggle for equality, could we be sending mixed messages to the rest of the world? This workshop will explore a discussion of gender, desire, attraction, and relationships in more universal terms. 30 Connecting Campus Organizations and Community Agencies Julia McGinley & Brad Whipple Carver 0294 Learn how to effectively collaborate with community agencies who serve LGBT youth and adults. Find ways in which your student organization can be a change agency at the community level and extend your focus beyond your campus to build a community of acceptance and support. 31 LGBTQQIA Politics, Networking and Strategies for Success Randy Studt & Laura Black Burn MU 3505 Making the connection between campus and the community on all levels is difficult but crucial for those interested in LGBTQQIA rights. This workshop will provide practical experience on how to create connections with community assets, approach legislators, and push LGBTQQIA legislation. Students will find out how to get internships on state levels as well as the Gay & Lesbian Leadership Institute/ Victory Fund
in Washington DC. The emphasis is on hands-on experience and direct action.
Workshop Session #3 & Identity Caucuses* Saturday, February 11th 9:15 am to 10:15 am 32 Title IX and LGBTQ Students: How the April 4, 2011 “Dear Colleague Letter” levels the playing field for LGBTQ students at all levels Ellyn Bartges & Brandon Johnson Memorial Union Gallery Room This session is a brief history of Title IX of the 1972 Education Act and how recent changes detailed in the April 4, 2011 Dear Colleague Letter (DCL) impact LGBTQA students at all levels of our educational system. What does this mean for students in hostile, beleaguered school districts like Anoka-Hennepin in Minnesota? 33 Queer as Cake: Asexuality, Identity, and Culture Harriet Groenleer Memorial Union Oak Room Confused about the asexuality spectrum? Not feeling ‘queer enough’? As a relative newcomer to the ever-growing queer acronym, asexuality can be confusing even to people who identify as such. We’ll break down and build up ace/demi identity and language as they relate to queerness and gender. Everyone is welcome to share their ace experiences. Finally we’ll talk about [mis]representations of asexuality in the media. There will be laughter for all and cake for the lucky!