In how change happens at an organizational level, I encourage them to get involved.”ĬISOGI is also proud to be one of the sponsors of USF’s Lavender Ceremony, an annual event celebrating LGBTQ+ student graduates. To make sure that all LGBTQ+ people feel welcome and included. “It indicates the importance of the LGBTQ+ community within USF and a desire
To the president signals a commitment and willingness,” said CISOGI chair Michael “There is much work to be done and having a committee at USF that reports directly Participating in the region’s Pride and cultural events and by connecting with organizations Michael Rogers, chair of the Committee on Issues of Sexual Orientation and GenderĬISOGI also promotes USF’s inclusive environment to the broader community, often by The university policy that would allow students to use their chosen name on ID cards Among their efforts this year was the work to expand the inclusiveness of The committee, whose members are appointed by the president,Īlso advocates for meaningful policy change, resource allocation and training to maintainĪ thriving and diverse community of LGBTQ+ students, staff, faculty, alumni and community The goal of the committee is to support LGBTQ+ individuals and communitiesĪt USF by acknowledging achievements, raising visibility, sharing information andĮnhancing connections. Provide resources and work to serve and support these communities.Īdvising the USF president on issues that affect the LBGTQ+ community is the Committee on Issues of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (CISOGI). Month and throughout the year with an active network of organizations that host events, The University of South Florida is proud to support its LBGTQ+ community during Pride