A Summer of Remembrance
Vigil for Orlando shooting held in Compass A few hundred members and allies of the Richmond LGBTQ+ community gathered in response to the tragic mass shooting in an Orlando nightclub — the worst in United States history. Participants convened with lit candles to discuss the need for support and strength within and outside of the […]
VCU expects LGBTQ-friendly dorm space next year
VCU officials have confirmed they anticipate the university will introduce the LGBTQ-friendly housing option, affectionately known as “lavender housing,” for students as early as the fall 2016 semester. The move, if completed, will make VCU the fourth major Virginia university to adopt the housing option after the University of Richmond, Old Dominion University and George Mason […]
To the editor: Regarding “Is VCU LGBT Friendly?” in the Sept. 28 edition of the Commonwealth Times, thank you for reporting about VCU’s “Campus Pride Index” results and the university’s ongoing efforts to improve the climate for LGBTQ members of our community. VCU joined this important national effort in 2011. By becoming part of the […]
VCU implements gender neutral restrooms on MPC
UPDATE: Charles Klink, VCU interim vice provost for student affairs, confirmed the university is anticipating lavender (LGBTQ-friendly) housing next academic year. Starting today, VCU is officially implementing gender-neutral and accessible restroom facilities on its Monroe Park Campus. The implementations made today will only be in three buildings: the Academic Learning Commons, University Student Commons and […]
A license to discriminate
There has been quite an uproar about the religious liberty bill passed in Indiana this past week, but this is nothing new.
Brandcenter students launch LGBTQ campaign
Five VCU students branched out from the Brandcenter and began a project to prove Richmond is more than the former capital of the Confederacy.
VCU hires LGBTQ coordinator
VCU hired the school’s first permanent representative of students who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) this semester because of the collaborative efforts of Student Equality and the Office of Inclusive Excellence.
New library exhibit highlights LGBT achievement
Thanks to the new exhibit hang next to the elevators on the first floor of Cabell Library, the achievements of key LGBT figures are brought to light.
VCU students rally for equal rights
On a dreary Valentine’s Day, about 40 VCU students and other Richmond residents held a rally to protest legislation they said would undermine a litany of rights – from abortion rights and gay rights to voting rights and free speech.
VA PrideFest 2011 takes on downtown Richmond
Richmond LGBTQ community comes together for VA PrideFest