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Programs and Services
About the PRIDE Center
The PRIDE Center provides students looking for a connection to campus with programs and events, access to resources on campus and in the community, a welcoming space, and opportunities for education about LGBTQIA communities and the intersections of many identities and experiences.
We exist to create and maintain a campus environment that is open, safe, and supportive of student diversity in the areas of sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.
Our Goals
- Increase understanding of the LGBTQIA+ experience and to elevate academic achievement and student life at Sac State
- Enrich the diversity and equity of Sac State to ensure an inclusive environment and foster a community of belonging
- Raise the PRIDE Center’s visibility through stronger community engagement and partnerships to secure resources for the center
Visit the PRIDE Center website and calendar to stay up to date on upcoming events and programming. Offerings will include discussion groups on a range of topics, as well as crafting, wellness, movies, games, campus field-trips, and other community-building activities. Follow us on Instagram: @sacstatepridecenter and check back for the latest updates.
Peer Support Groups
The PRIDE Center offers several peer support groups for students to share experiences and offer each other emotional support. All sessions take place at the PRIDE Center:
Queer Connect is a support group for all students who are interested in supporting those identifying within the LGBTQIA+ umbrellas, and discussions are led by PRIDE Center employees. We will use our sessions to share our thoughts and feelings about what is going on that impacts the LGTBQIA+ community.
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Thursday, Feb 19th 1-2 p.m.
- Thursday, March 12th 1-2 p.m.
- Thursday, April 16th 1-2 p.m.
Location: PRIDE Center
Queer in Color is a support group for all students who are interested in supporting LGBTQIA+ students who identify as people of color. The in-person group meets to socialize and share personal experiences of being LGBTQIA+ POC. The sessions feature facilitated discussions and activities.
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Wednesday, February 11th 1-2 p.m.
- Thursday, March 12th 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 21st 2-3 p.m.
Location: PRIDE Center
T4Tea is a support group for all students who are interested in supporting students who identify within the trans umbrella. Discussions and activities are facilitated by trans student advocates.
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Thursday, March 19th 3:30-4:30 p.m. (Collaboration with Destress... and Stuff!)
Location: PRIDE Center
Social Events
The PRIDE Center is a space to gather, create, and connect. Students can enjoy a variety of engaging activities, along with special themed events throughout the semester that encourage community and connection.
Queer D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) Nights are weekly events for students to play D&D at the Center.
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Monday, February 9th 3-4:45 p.m.
- Monday, February 16th 3-4:45 p.m.
- Monday, February 23rd 3-4:45 p.m.
- Monday, March 2nd 3-4:45 p.m.
- Monday, March 9th 3-4:45 p.m.
- Monday, March 16th 3-4:45 p.m.
- Monday, March 30th 3-4:45 p.m.
- Monday, April 6th 3-4:45 p.m.
- Monday, April 13th 3-4:45 p.m.
- Monday, April 20th 3-4:45 p.m.
- Monday, April 27th 3-4:45 p.m.
Location: PRIDE Center
Queer Anime: Join us for Queer Anime Night and discover some incredible anime and dive into exciting new worlds!
Spring 2026 meeting dates/times:
- Wednesday, February 18th 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, March 4th 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, March 18th 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, April 1st 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, April 15th 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, April 29th 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, May 13th 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Location: PRIDE Center
Destress... and Stuff!: are casual gatherings with activities to help students de-stress from classes.
Spring 2026 meeting dates/times:
- Thursday, February 26th 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Thursday, March 19th 3:30-4:30 p.m. (Collaboration with T4Tea)
- Thursday, April 30th 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Thursday, May 7th 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Location: PRIDE Center
StarGAYzing:
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Thursday, March 5th 1-2:30 p.m. (Planetarium)
- Thursday, April 9th 2-3 p.m.
- Thursday, May 7th 2-3 p.m.
Baldwin Collective:
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Tuesday, February 17th 3-4:30 p.m.
- Thursday, March 19th 1-2:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 14th 10:30 -12 p.m.
Divine & Aligned, Queer Health Redefined:
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Wednesday, February 25th 2-3 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 8th 11:30- 12:30 p.m.(Cooking Demonstration collaboration with SHCWS in the Cove room, WELL)
- Wednesday, May 5th 2-3 p.m.
RSVP to Divine & Aligned, Queer Health Redifined
Queer Climb:
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Wednesday, March 18th 2-4 p.m. (Collaboration with and located in the WELL)
Educational Events
The PRIDE Center offers educational events that invite students, staff, and faculty to learn, reflect, and engage with the diverse identities and lived experiences of LGBTQ+ communities. These opportunities foster deeper understanding, meaningful dialogue, and a more inclusive campus community.
Creative Resistance: Protest Art Workshop is an event in collaboration with the Library for participants to learn more about protest art from various movements in history and get to make their own pieces using materials from the Makerspace.
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Wednesday, March 4th 3-4:30 p.m.
Location: StingerStudio Makerspace
Periods Don’t Have to be Miserable
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Tuesday, March 17th 1:30-2:30 p.m. (Collaboration with SHWCS in the Cove room, WELL)
Discussions, Presentations, Sharing
The PRIDE Center creates welcoming learning spaces for students, staff, and faculty to explore LGBTQ+ identities and experiences. Through educational events, campus members are encouraged to grow their understanding, ask questions, and engage with these topics in thoughtful and supportive ways.
Café y Conversación: Queer Latine Identities
Spring 2026 meeting dates/ times:
- Wednesday, February 18th 1:30-3 p.m. (Collaboration with and located in El Centro Serna)
Rainbow Wardrobe
Rainbow wardrobe is our gender-affirming closet that enables individuals to choose clothes that resonate with who they are, which serves as a powerful act of self-expression. Every item is free and available for everyone. There is no need to make an appointment; you can check out the wardrobe during the PRIDE Center’s regular office hours.
We accept donations as well: clean clothing, accessories, and shoes in good condition. Donations help us provide a diverse selection for individuals seeking gender-affirming options.
PRIDE Center Library
We have hundreds of books and films on LGBTQ+ topics at the PRIDE Center. They are available for students, staff, and faculty to check out for up to four weeks.
Advising
Peer Wellness Advocates (PWAs) are part of the Student Health, Counseling, and Wellness Services team, and they serve as an additional resource to promote safety and well-being on campus. PWAs are current students who are trained in crisis management and de-escalation. They are also trained to be active listeners who can provide culturally competent and confidential support to their peers.
Several PWAs are assigned to be present at the PRIDE Center at specific times throughout the week to provide one-on-one sessions with students. Students can schedule an appointment in advance, or come in during any of the following times for a 30-minute session.
Spring 2026 PWA schedule:
- Kira: Tuesdays, 2-4:30 p.m. | Thursdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
- Johnny: Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | Thursdays, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
- Jeri: Fridays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Book an appointment with Johnny, Kira, or Jeri
Academic Advisors provide academic support for students with topics such as general education and graduation requirements, class registration, and transfer credit. The PRIDE Center has been assigned an integrated Academic Advisor, Martell, who is available to meet one-on-one with students in-person at the center or online. Students can drop in during the listed times or book a 30-minute appointment in advance.
Spring 2026 Academic Advisor schedule:
- Martell: Mondays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 – 3 p.m. Thursdays (virtual), 8 a.m. – 12 p.m
Book an appointment with Martell
Faculty Scholars Faculty Scholars are faculty members who work with Cultural Academic Resource Centers to support the centers’ students in various ways using their expertise. The PRIDE Center’s Faculty Scholar is Dr. Daniel Cisneros, a Professor in the MS Counseling program at Sac State. Dr. Cisneros provides office hours in the PRIDE Center for students, during which he offers guidance on academic goals and career plans, research mentorship, graduate school planning, and community connection with LGBTQ+ students.
Rainbow Ally Training
The Rainbow Ally Training is an in-person or virtual interactive workshop that helps attendees learn about the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals and how to be supportive and inclusive of queer-identifying students. Presentation topics include LGBTQ+ definitions and terminology, gender-inclusive language, promoting safety, allyship accountability, and laws that affect queer, trans, and gender-diverse individuals. Participants will also engage in conversations about the influence of identity on student success and campus safety for LGBTQIA+ community.
Spring 2026 training schedule:
- Thursday, April 2nd 1 – 2:30 p.m. (in-person) University Union, 3rd Floor, Valley Suite
- Monday, April 20th 1:30- 3:00 p.m. (Zoom)
- Wednesday, June 3rd 9:30-11:00 a.m. (Zoom)
Customized Presentation or Workshop
The PRIDE Center also delivers customized presentations, workshops, or facilitated discussions for any campus department or office who requests it for their staff and for any faculty who would like the PRIDE Center to present to their class. We collaborate with the requestor to tailor the content of the presentation to meet the needs of the learners. Contact PRIDE Center at pride@csus.edu for details.