Resource Guide
A key objective of the Office of LGBT Equity is matching needs with resources. Some of the on- and off-campus resources available to LGBT campus community members and their allies are listed here.
These offices, committees, and personnel serve as dedicated resources specifically for LGBT people on campus. Click here for brief descriptions of each.
In addition to significant holdings in University libraries which can be accessed through the UM Libraries main web site (including significant holdings of lesbian and gay videos), there are additional academic resources relating specifically to LGBT people and topics. Click here for brief descriptions of each.
This affiliate club of the University of Maryland Alumni Association (for LGBT alumni and their friends) promotes the advancement of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender concerns at the University of Maryland through programs, social and cultural activities, as well as activism and community service on and off campus.
contact: Tom Lowderbaugh '67, '76 (lowderbaugh@mris.com)
web site: http://www.alumni.umd.edu//AlumniAction/special.html
Various organizations on campus are dedicated to serving the interests of LGBT people. Click here for brief descriptions of each.
Diversity Network Committee on LGBT Issues (University System of Maryland) [Contact Dr. Luke Jensen]
Graduate Lambda Coalition [Graduate student organization]
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Staff and Faculty Association
Pride Alliance [Undergraduate student organization]
The Pride Alliance sponsors five different discussion groups (listed in order of founding).
Safe Space
Woman2Woman
True Colors of Maryland or TCOM
Bisexual discussion group
TransU
The League of LGBT and Allied Voters (Contact Elizabeth Hagovsky for more information
The Career Center provides resources to assist LGBT students in identifying career options, LGBT-friendly companies, rights of LGBT employees, as well as internship, part-time and full-time job listings. Their web site dedicated to special populations has links to career-related web sites for LGBT students.
Liaison to LGBT students: Emily Morris.
Sexual orientation, and gender identity and expression are protected classes at the University of Maryland. Should a problem arise from acts of discrimination to computer stalking, there are multiple officers who individuals may contact to seek resolution. Click here for brief descriptions of each. Should you wish guidance on precisely whom to contact or how to proceed, you may always contact the Director of the Office of LGBT Equity, Dr. Luke Jensen.
The staff in the Office of Student Financial Aid (OSFA) understands that at times, situations arise that are unusual or may require students to discuss issues that may be uncomfortable. All the financial aid counselors in OSFA are sensitive to the needs of LGBT students. The Office of LGBT Equity has a Financial Aid Liaison who is available to counsel students about Financial Aid Resources and how to access them. For more information on simple things you can do to make sure you take care of yourself in an unforeseen circumstance, click here. You will also find links to web sites with information on financial aid opportunities for LGBT students.
Financial Aid liaison to the Office of LGBT Equity: Gene Logan
Various resources address the specific concerns of LGBT students for health, wellness, and support; from counseling to HIV tests, campus service providers are dedicated to meeting the needs of this population. For students who would rather seek services off campus, selected regional resources are also listed. For short descriptions, click here.
Counseling Center [in particular, note the Rainbow Walk-In Hour Tuesday through Friday from 3 to 4 pm]
Counseling Center Liaison to LGBT Students: Pepper Phillips
University Health Center [in particular, note the Faculty Staff Assistance Program and Mental Health Services]
University Health Center Liaison to LGBT Students: Tara Torchia
For anonymous HIV testing
University Health Center, 301-314-8184
Montgomery County Health Department, 301-217-1760
Prince George's County Health Department, 301-817-3131
Whitman-Walker Clinic of Suburban Maryland, Hyattsville, 301-439-0731
Whitman-Walker Clinic, Washington, DC, 202-322-EXAM
Counseling Center, 1101 Shoemaker Building - free copies of The Washington Blade
LGBT Resource Room, 0119 Cole Student Activities Building - free copies of various publications, pamphlets, etc., plus magazines to browse, and books and videos to borrow
Stamp Student Union - free copies of The Washington Blade in the newspaper bins at the southeast entrance, and various publications for sale in the University Book Center.
Although some of our Campus Chaplains welcome LGBT students, there are no organized LGBT religious groups on campus. A selected list of those in the area are given below. For brief descriptions and links to other religious resources for LGBT people, click here.
Bet Mishpachah - Gay and Lesbian Synagogue of Washington, DC
Dignity/Washington - LGBT Catholics, their friends and family members
Faith Temple - Predominantly Black, evangelical church ministering to LGBT communities: 1313 New York Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20005, 202-232-4911
Integrity/Diocese of Washington Network - LGBT Anglicans
Metropolitan Community Church - Christ centered church ministering primarily to LGBT communities
College Park - Holy Redeemer MCC
Washington, DC - MCC-Washington
A page of links to selected web resources is provided as selected additional resources.
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