Dear Nick,
What are some resources on campus for gay students? I’m new to FIU and feeling lonely.
A.L. graduate student hospitality management
Dear A.L.,
FIU has many opportunities for LGBT students from groups to counseling; with the right direction you are certain to find meaningful connections. I sat down with Dr. Tyler Wasson who is the LGBT specialist here at CAPS to ask for his unique perspective on resources for LGBT students here at FIU.
Dr. Wasson recommended “the first place students can look is the website lgbt.fiu.edu, this page has information about all of the LGBT organizations on campus, a calendar of events, and links to more information.” Dr. Wasson mentioned that there are a variety of upcoming events here at FIU.
He told me that April is full of gay pride events here at FIU, and also there is a statewide gay student leadership conference entitled FCPC “Ignite” being held at FIU with three full days of workshops and presentations addressing gay college student needs. Dr. Wasson mentioned that “the stonewall pride alliance is a great place to connect with other students in a variety of settings and formats.
Additionally, the Office of Multicultural Programs and Services is a great hub of information and they have their finger on the pulse of what’s going on, many students may not be aware that there is even a fraternity (Delta Lambda Phi) here on campus for gay, bisexual, and progressive men.
There is also a student activist organization (GLBT Advocacy Coalition) for those who are interested in more political issues locally and nationally.” In addition to all these great resources students can always come and talk with counselors here at FIU counseling and psychological services where we can help students explore their identity and make meaningful connections.
Be Well,
Nick
Nick Scheidt, M.S. is a Doctoral Psychology Intern at FIU Counseling and Psychological Services. He is a Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate from Carlos Albizu University. Once he completes his internship at FIU, Nick plans to work as a Psychologist, Writer, and Professor. Do you have questions you would like to Ask Nick? Send an email to: Nscheidt@fiu.edu
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