Spectrum Center, the Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs, and Trotter Multicultural Center want to support and celebrate your growth and wellbeing. We're so glad you're here—you belong here.
For incoming students who are queer or trans and Black, indigenous, or people of color, a beautiful community awaits you on the University of Michigan campus.
We're mindful of many of the unique experiences that come with being a QTBIPOC student at a predominately white institution, and offer supportive resources and a place to connect with peers. Join us to engage with a community that uplifts your identity and provides tools for college life.
We warmly invite you into our MESA/Spectrum Center shared space here on the third floor of the Michigan Union for events, meetings, study time, and to simply be. And below, we've gathered up opportunities and information that may be relevant to you.
If you have a U-M resource that would be appropriate for this guide, please reach out at [email protected].
EVENTS
QTBIPOC Kickbacks
Three each semester, fall and winter
A partnership between the Office of Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs, Spectrum Center, and Trotter Multicultural Center
Join our monthly gatherings for community and meals, centering students who are queer and trans Black, indigenous, and people of color. Drop in, grab food, and hang out.
ORGANIZATIONS
Notably Black and Gay
Voluntary student organization (VSO)
Fellowship. Education. Advocacy. Notably Black and Gay is a registered student organization committed to creating an inclusive community, queering space, and creating cross-campus relationships.
Resources
The linked spreadsheet offers many resources broken down by communities served and the main area of wellness they support. We strive to keep this list updated and relevant, and welcome community help in that. If you notice a broken link or have suggestions for resources, please let us know at [email protected].
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Anti-racism at Spectrum Center
Spectrum Center students and staff comprise the Spectrum Anti-Racism Collaborative (SpARC), a collective that ensures accountability and forward motion of dismantling whiteness and enacting anti-racism in our practices, policies, and procedures.
Have questions about SpARC or want to connect? Contact us at [email protected].
