Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Ally
Panel Discussion Program
The MSU LBGTA Panel Discussion Program is a diverse group of
lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender and ally students who are
trained to provide education in classrooms, campus units, student
organizations, residence halls, and community settings about
identities and issues relevant to the LBGTA community.
Panels provide awareness and education about the diverse
identities of LBGTA people. The format of the program typically
includes panelists providing an overview of their lives, "coming
out" processes and experiences, followed by Q&A. Panels may
also address special topic areas, such as the intersections of
race/ethnicity and LBGT identities. Discussion topics often
include: Family reactions, health issues, issues particularly
pertaining to students and campus safety.
The program promotes critical thinking through challenging
dialogue. A panel may also be the first opportunity the audience has
to ask honest questions in a safe environment.
MSU student comments on the panel discussion program
"I enjoyed this program very much – thank you for voicing your
life and your choices. I'm confident you changed a lot of people's
minds today, for the better."
"This is a great way to educate people about the community."
"I think it's awesome how these young adults are putting
themselves out there – they could have huge impacts on people in
their situation."
Want to schedule a panel for your class/organization? Please fill in
and submit this form, or contact us (353-9520) with the following information.
Please contact us at least 14 days in advance of the date you need a panel,
if possible. We request that you allow time for our panelists to hand out and collect
an evaluation form afterward.
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