Sonoma State University's National Coming Out Week takes place on campus October 8-11 to celebrate and educate LGBTQ+ topics with exclusive film screenings and jam-packed events.
The Social Justice Film series at Sonoma State is kicking off the week on Oct. 8 with a free pizza and beverage screening of the box office and critical hit "Love, Simon". The screening will be followed with a discussion with the film’s director, Greg Berlanti via Skype.
A photo booth in Seawolf Plaza will be in place on Oct. 11 for Seawolves to take pictures in rainbow gear and write a supportive message to our LGBTQ+ members of our community. The SSU community is invited to come pick up a free pronoun button during the event.
Ending the week, The Social Justice Documentary series at Sonoma State presents "The Life of Lei", a five month look at the life of Paul Hernandez and his drag persona, Leilani Price. The screening will be followed with a discussion with the film’s directors Paul and Matthew Broughton.
National Coming Out Week Schedule
"Love, Simon" + Discussion with Director Greg Berlanti
Monday, Oct. 8, 5 p.m.Student Center Ballroom B
Free screening with pizza and beverages provided. A discussion with Director Greg Berlanti via Skype will be hosted after the screening.
Strike a Pose!
Tuesday, Oct. 9, 4 p.m.The Hub
As part of National Coming Out Week events, students of all body types and expressions are invited to The HUB for a one hour, queer-led yoga session! A limited supply of mats will be provided.
Interventions: SCR110 & Intersex Self Advocacy
Wednesday, Oct. 10, 3 p.m.The Hub
This month's Treats and Trending conversation will focus on the rights of intersex individuals in California. Treats will be provided!
Out & About: SSU's Coming Out Story
Thursday, Oct. 11, 3 p.m.Seawolf Plaza
Come visit our photo booth in Seawolf Plaza - write a supportive message to our LGBTQ+ Seawolves, get your picture taken in rainbow gear, and pick up a free pronoun button!
"The Life of Lei: The Man Behind The Makeup" + Discussion with Director's Paul and Matthew Broughton
Thursday, Oct. 11, 5:30 p.m.Student Center Ballroom B
The Social Justice Documentary Series presents The Life of Lei, a five-month look at the life of Paul Hernandez and his drag persona, Leilani Price. Stay after the film to have a discussion with directors Paul and Matthew Broughton. Food and beverages provided.