LGBT Resource Center
125 Grand Avenue Court
Iowa City, IA 52242
319.335.7123
Welcome
UI TransWeek Starts Nov. 16
Hosted by The UI LGBT Resource Center and the GLBTAU
November 16th-20th, 2009
The University of Iowa's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Resource Center (LGBTRC) and the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Allied Union (GLTBAU) are proud to present the first annual UI TransWeek. This week of educational workshops, film screenings, discussions, and celebration will end with a candlelight vigil on the Pentacrest and a celebration for trans-identified people, allies, and interested folk on November 20, 2009. The celebration will include a nationally recognized speaker, musical performances, spoken word artists, and personal narratives; revolving around the theme of remembering and celebrating trans-identified folk.
The events scheduled for TransWeek are an excellent opportunity for our academic and cultural community. Given the recent interest from the campus and community in learning more about trans-identities, the first annual UI TransWeek serves to provide education, spirited discussions, and celebration of those who have overcome institutional and micro-level trans-related barriers.
Here is a list of events scheduled for TransWeek:
(De)Constructing Gender
Transgender Workshop
MONDAY (11.16.09) 7-8:30pm
IC Public Library Room A
Still Black: A Portrait of Black Transmen
Film Screening
TUESDAY (11.17.09) 7-8:30pm
LGBTRC 125 Grand Avenue Ct
7-8:30pm
Reveling in an Expansive Space: A Celebration of Trans Identities
FRIDAY (11.20.09) 7-9:30pm
Macbride Auditorium
a Candlelight Vigil will precede the Celebration
FRIDAY (11.20.09) 6pm on the UI Pentacrest
Kate Bornstein, an author, playwright and performance artist, is a nationally recognized speaker will kick off our Friday night event, Reveling in an Expansive Space: A Celebration of Trans Identities, with a lecture revolving around the value of transgender experience that celebrates life beyond a gender binary. Additionally, we are proud to showcase Coyote Grace, a Seattle-based folk band comprised of Joe Stevens, a transman singer/songwriter, backed up by Ingrid Elizabeth on vocals and upright bass. The celebration will also include personal narratives from trans-identified people about their experiences living in Iowa City and poetry/spoken word performances. Finally, the candlelight vigil on Friday at 6pm on the UI Pentacrest (which precedes the Celebration) will provide an opportunity to reflect on those who have been hurt by gendered violence and stand in solidarity with trans-identified people and allies.
For more information about this week of events, please contact Elizabeth Krause by e-mail at elizabeth-krause@uiowa.edu or by phone at 916.712.9256.
Top 10 Things to do at the RC:
1. Come to the Social Justice Potluck and connect with awesome activists
2. Attend a film screening and discussion group
3. Plant hastas and lilies in the yard
4. Check out local contemporary art on exhibit
5. Read the latest issues of The Advocate, Curve and Out Magazine
6. Discuss class, work, life, fashion, and anything else with Elizabeth
7. Plug your iPod into the stereo system and enjoy a personalized playlist
8. Sample a cup of complimentary tea or coffee
9. Loosen your "gender girdle" at the monthly Fluidity group
10. Learn about LGBTQ history from the extensive print and media resource library
Hours:
M-Th: 12:00-9:00PM
Friday 12:00-5:00PM
Sunday 3:00-9:00PM
Contact: Elizabeth Krause
elizabeth-krause@uiowa.edu
319.335.7123
Mission Statement
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Resource Center provides a supportive and inclusive environment and programs that empower students, faculty, staff and community members to excel in their endeavors, stretch themselves to experience diversity, engage in activism, make positive choices, and serve their community.
