The LGBTQ* Center at Stony Brook University serves as a vibrant and inclusive hub supporting LGBTQIA+ students, faculty, staff, and allies within the campus community. While not a traditional hospitality or tourism organization, the Center enriches the campus experience by offering culturally affirming programs, events, and educational workshops that foster identity exploration, connection, and community engagement. The Center hosts welcoming events and safe spaces that outsiders visiting or temporarily engaging with the university might access, especially during large campus-wide events or conferences that include hospitality components.

A notable feature of the LGBTQ* Center is its extensive programming, including the annual Queer Celebration Month and Lavender Graduation, which attracts participants from across Long Island. Its strategic location within the West Side Dining complex places the Center at a crossroads of campus life, contributing indirectly to university hospitality offerings. The Center also collaborates with residence life and campus services to ensure inclusive environments for all guests, aligning with the hospitality principles of belonging and care.

Learn more at: https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/studentaffairs/lgbtq/center/lgbtqcenter.php

Key Services:

– Cultural programming celebrating LGBTQIA+ identity and experiences
– Safe and inclusive gathering space for LGBTQIA+ community members and allies
– Educational training and workshops on LGBTQ+ topics for the broader campus
– Support services and referrals related to identity and well-being
– Signature events such as Queer Celebration Month and Lavender Graduation
– Peer mentorship and community-building opportunities
– Advocacy for inclusive practices across university housing and campus facilities