What is LGBTQ+?

LGBTQ+ is a common acronym for the sexual orientations and gender identities of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (or Questioning).  LGBTQ+ is one of many ways to accurately present the diversity of the communities, but you may also see LGBT or GLBT as well. The “+” in LGBTQ+ typically stands to be inclusive of all gender, sexual and human identities and represents welcome to all related communities.

Below is a short list of sexual orientations and gender identities and expressions. However, there are many more!

  • Examples of Sexual Orientations: Gay, Lesbian, Bi/ Bisexual, Queer, Heterosexual
  • Examples of Gender Identities & Expressions: Transgender, Genderfluid, Gender nonconforming, Genderqueer, Cisgender

See full list of glossary of terms, as defined by GLAAD 

Stonehill Trainings and Programs

SafeZone Series

The SafeZone Series workshops are designed to educate the Stonehill community about the history of, differences within, and challenges faced by members of the LGBTQ+ community, both on campus and within a national context.

Stonehill Pride Week

Stonehill PRIDE Week is an annual tradition that seeks to celebrate, appreciate, and honor our students, faculty, and staff at Stonehill who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning, as well as any other underrepresented sexuality and gender identity. Each year, we invite all members of the Stonehill College community to join us as we celebrate our LGBTQ+ community and their supporters.

Events typically include: Pride Rally Kickoff, Coming out Panel, Faculty, Staff and Student Mixer, Closing Parade and Reception

Chosen (Preferred) Name

Stonehill College has a strong commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment where the dignity of each person within our community is respected and affirmed. The College also recognizes that some students and employees may prefer to use first names other than their legal name. To uphold this commitment, the College has developed a policy whereby any current student or employee may elect to use a chosen first name in interpersonal interactions and on campus records whenever applicable and appropriate.

This policy is applicable to changing of first names only and is not applicable for individuals requesting a last name change.

National Programs

As a proud alum and current employee, I am grateful that the Stonehill community works together to ‘create a more just and compassionate world’ in a myriad of different ways, but most of all by loving and respecting our fellow community members as we all strive to live true, authentic lives. To be a part of a community that respects and affirms all aspects of my identity, and to share and celebrate our vulnerability, is a great gift.

Contact Information

Duffy Academic Center – 149

The Office of Intercultural Affairs provides academic, cultural and personal support to students of color and other underrepresented students on campus while helping them develop intellectual, social and leadership skills.