The LGBTQIA ERG is a welcoming community open to all OU employees interested in supporting each other and LGBTQIA issues on campus. Please join us as we identify strategies to increase LGBTQIA inclusivity at Oakland University, for social and support events, and professional development workshops. Please feel free to bring your lunch!

The meeting locations have been kept private for those who are not out with their students or colleagues. If you sign up for the listserv, meeting locations will be sent out the week of the meeting each month (when applicable).

OU Community members may add the LGBTQIA ERG Calendar (link opens in a new window) to see dates and times of all upcoming LGBTQIA ERG Meetings. 

Any questions or to get more involved please reach out to Kelli Dowd at lgbtqia_erg@oakland.edu

Upcoming LGBTQIA - ERG events

Ferndale Pride Tabling Event - Thanks to all who volunteered!

• Ferndale Pride was Saturday, June 3rd from 12:30 - 10 PM. Tabling was from 1 PM - 8 PM.
• We'd like to thank everyone who came out to volunteer and visit OU's table!

Motor City Pride Parade - Parade sign up still available!

• The Motor City Pride Parade will take place on Sunday, June 11th at 12 PM. 
• Those interesting in walking with OU in the Motor City Pride Parade can sign up by visiting the Motor City Pride Parade 2023 Volunteers Google Form. 

Happy Hour at The Liberty Bar & Poutinerie in Pontiac (updated date)

• Join the LGBTQIA ERG for Happy Hour on Tuesday, June 27th (formerly June 20th) - 5 p.m. at The Liberty in Pontiac.
• We hope to see you there!

Queer Coffee Break - On campus event!

• Join us on Thursday, June 29th at 10 a.m. - meet at Zingerman's in the OC.
• Come grab a coffee and chat with LGBTQIA+ folks and allies from across campus!

Visit the OU GSC linktree for the most up to date Pride event information and volunteering needs.