LGBTQA+ Reunion Weekend at Illinois State
Schedule
Fri, 31 Jan, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 01 Feb, 2025 at 11:45 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Illinois State University | Normal, IL
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Whether you want to reconnect with old friends or make new ones, this weekend promises to be unforgettable. All are welcome to attend and celebrate the vibrant LGBTQA+ community at Illinois State.Friday, January 31
6-8 p.m., Meet and Greet: Kick off the weekend with drinks and fun at The Bistro in Downtown Bloomington.
Saturday, February 1
11 a.m.- p.m., Campus Tour & Talk Back: See campus including the new Multicultural Center and hear from fellow Redbirds on the importance of giving and supporting our queer students.
1:30-3:15 p.m., LGBTQA+ Speaker Series: Redbirds will head to the Rotunda for our series featuring award-winning author Rey Spangler ’05, M.S. ’07, and poet, writer and educator Jenna Goldsmith ’08, M.A. ’10. See their complete bios at registration.
4 p.m. and 7 p.m., LGBTQA+ Film Festival: Head to the Normal Theater in Uptown for one or two films that will include time for a talkback amongst audience members. 4 p.m. will feature Chasing Chasing Amy and 7 p.m. will be 1-800-ON-HER-OWN. Chasing Chasing Amy filmmaker Sav Rodgers and cast member Riley Rodgers will be in attendance to host a Q&A. Cost: $7/film; $5/film for students
9 p.m.-Midnight, LGBTQA+ Soiree: The weekend will come together at the Marriott as we enjoy food, music, and a can’t-miss drag show by alum Sharon ShareAlike ’94, M.F.A. ’98, and the ShareAlike Family. Cash bar available. Cost: $30
Events are free to attend unless indicated above. Registration is open until January 20. Learn more details regarding events, prices, speakers and how to support the LGBTQ Student Support Fund via the event link.
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Where is it happening?
Illinois State University, 459 W College Ave, Normal, IL 61761, United States,Normal, IllinoisEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
