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24th Annual Lavender Graduation

Saturday, June 1st, 2024 11:00am - 2:00pm

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Apr

Sapphic Scrapbooking: Month in Review

Friday, April 19th, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Peer Discussion Groups, Social Space

Join us on the SRB Mountainside Terrace every Friday from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM for the return of Sapphic Scrapbooking, a group dedicated to journal scrapbooking, snacking, and sapphic community spaces! Every week, we’ll focus on a different theme to spark your crafty creativity and provide community care.

Apr

LGBTQIA+ Wellness Dinner

Friday, April 19th, 2024 4:00pm - 5:30pm

LGBTQIA+ Wellness

Join us for a vibrant celebration of diversity and inclusion at our LGBTQIA+ Community Dinner! This event is a safe and welcoming space for undergrad and grad students of all identities to come together, share stories, and forge connections over delicious food. Whether you're a member of the community or an ally, come join the festivities as we embrace acceptance, understanding, and unity.

Apr

All Gaucho Reunion Drag Bingo!

Sunday, April 21st, 2024 10:00am - 12:00pm

Social Space

Join UCSB's Alumni Affairs and the RCSGD for the Annual All Gaucho Reunion Drag Bingo event! The event will be on Sunday, April 21, 2024 from 10am-12pm at The Hub in the UCen. Drag queens Vivian Storm and Angel D'mon will be our hosts for the fun filled event. General admission tickets (includes mimosas) are $25 for 21+ folks. Non-alcoholic tickets are $15.

Apr

QTBIPOC Empowerment Hours - Gardening Night

Monday, April 22nd, 2024 6:00pm - 8:00pm

QTBIPOC Empowerment, Social Space, Trans Week of Visibility

Hi all :D! It's gardening time and Trans Week of Visibility OMGGGGGG! I am so excited to host the annual spring quarter gardening night for TWOV and my QTBIPOC community.

Apr

Legal Name and Gender Change and Cal Fresh Info Session

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Trans Week of Visibility

If you are interested in or thinking about legally changing your name and/or gender, join our info session hosted by the RCSGD and Basic Needs. The info session will review the legal name change process and the fee waiver.

Apr

Trans Community Dinner

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024 6:47pm - 8:47pm

Social Space, Trans & Nonbinary Empowerment, Trans Week of Visibility

It is Trans Week of Visibility! Join the RCSGD in celebration of Trans* existence at our Trans Community Dinner! We will be providing Panda Express, drinks, and good vibes. Bring a friend, or two, and enjoy some warm food.

Apr

Gender Product Library Showcase

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Trans Week of Visibility

Stop by our Gender-Affiirming Product Showcase to see, touch, and learn about the 40+ items in our Gender Product Library! The showcase will be open from 12-4pm, though we encourage UCSB staff and faculty to join us during our Staff Hour from 12-1pm. Experts will be available to answer questions. People of all identities welcome, allies encouraged to attend and explore.

Apr

Trans and GNC Talks

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm

LGBTQIA+ Wellness, Peer Discussion Groups, Trans Week of Visibility

Have you ever felt "not trans enough"? Are you questioning your gender, thinking about transitioning, or seeking resources? Do you want to meet others in the trans and nonbinary community? Come to the RCSGD's weekly discussion group on Wednesdays from 5-6:30pm in the OISS Conference Room to talk about these experiences and much more with other trans, nonbinary, gender-non-conforming, and questioning people.

Apr

Gender Affirming Voice Workshops with Jordan Ross

Thursday, April 25th, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Trans Week of Visibility

Please join the RCSGD, in collaboration with licensed speech-language pathologist, Jordan Ross Jakomin, in a virtual interactive workshop that will guide trans and nonbinary participants on how to embody voice and communication skills that are affirming, authentic, and help build self-confidence. Feel free to join our Trans Empowerment GroupMe chat: https://web.groupme.com/join_group/96880216/WA6BoGQh Please direct questions to trans@sa.ucsb.

Apr

Freedom in Fantasy, Reclaiming Your Representation: Aiden Thomas Dine and Discuss!

Thursday, April 25th, 2024 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Trans Week of Visibility

Curious about worldbuilding? Wondering how to bring your unique experiences into your creative world? Interested in learning more about publishing and the fantasy genre? Join the RCSGD and Aiden Thomas, New York Times Bestselling author of Cemetery Boys and The Sunbearer Trials, for a moderated discussion and Q&A on authenticity, fantasy, and the power of sharing your story.

Apr

Resource Fair with Silent Auction and Clothing Swap

Friday, April 26th, 2024 11:00am - 3:00pm

Trans Week of Visibility

Tabling, Silent Auction, Clothing Swap, Dog Therapy, and more! Come find resources for Trans+ students from departments and organizations across campus at our annual Trans Week of Visibility Resource Fair. Drop in anytime between 11am-3pm on Friday, April 26th to take a part in the celebration.

Apr

QTBIPOC Empowerment Hours - Bracelet Making

Monday, April 29th, 2024 6:00pm - 8:00pm

QTBIPOC Empowerment, Social Space

Come lay back with your fellow QTBIPOC community and make some bracelets :P! Get your creative juices flowing and make as many cool designs as your heart desires :)!

Apr

Trans Empowerment Hours - Midterm Mario-Kart Tournament PT 2

Tuesday, April 30th, 2024 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Social Space, Trans & Nonbinary Empowerment

Take your mind off of midterms and join in on another friendly competition of Mario Kart! Whether you want to spectate or get behind the wheel, make sure to stop by the lounge on Tuesday.

May

Trans & GNC Talks

Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Peer Discussion Groups, Social Space

May

Sapphic Scrapbooking: Midterm Madness

Friday, May 3rd, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Peer Discussion Groups, Social Space

May

QTBIPOC Empowerment Hours - Movie Night :O

Monday, May 6th, 2024 6:00pm - 8:00pm

QTBIPOC Empowerment, Social Space

We’re halfway through the quarter, take a breather and watch a movie with us :D! Who doesn’t love a chance to update their letterboxd (pretentiously I do hehehhe)!

May

Trans Empowerment Hours - Tote Bag Painting <3

Tuesday, May 7th, 2024 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Social Space, Trans & Nonbinary Empowerment

Come by and paint your own custom tote bag! Bring a friend and have a tote-ally good time.

May

Trans & GNC Talks

Wednesday, May 8th, 2024 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Peer Discussion Groups, Social Space

May

Sapphic Scrapbooking: Lounging

Friday, May 10th, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Peer Discussion Groups, Social Space

May

Trans Empowerment Hours - Suncatcher Painting!

Tuesday, May 14th, 2024 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Social Space, Trans & Nonbinary Empowerment

Spring has sprung! This week we will be painting our own suncatchers!! All materials will be provided, and you are welcome to take your suncatcher home with you! Any that are left will be hung up in the lounge as decoration.