June 28, 2023
In an article from HRMorning, a human resources trade publication, Spectrum Center's Angie Freeman offered advice to writer Alison Roller on how HR professionals—and anyone—can contribute to a safe and inclusive workplace for LGBTQIA2S+ people.
February 25, 2023
Giving Blueday is the University of Michigan’s annual day of giving—where friends, alumni, and colleagues around the world support what they love most about U-M. Giving to the Spectrum Center this Giving Blueday, March 15, sustains and builds on our commitment to new leadership opportunities for U-M students and to provide funding for the programming that matters to them.
February 13, 2023
September 13, 2022
Written by Heather Guenther and originally published in the University Record
The University of Michigan has been named a “Best of the Best” university — and one of only two in the state of Michigan — by Campus Pride for building an inclusive, welcoming and safe environment for LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff.
You’re invited to join the Spectrum Center for the Jim Toy Celebration of Liberation, happening Friday, May 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the Michigan Theater. This event is an opportunity for community and friends to come together to honor Jim Toy, who passed away on New Year’s Day. Jim was co-founder of the Spectrum Center, and his legacy has been felt deeply across campus.
January 3, 2022
Spectrum Center co-founder and U-M alumnus Jim Toy, MSW ‘81, passed away over the weekend at the age of 91. Toy was known as an outspoken activist and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, and worked to establish the Human Sexuality Office in 1971, which later became the Spectrum Center.
