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

What’s New in Spring 2025?

We will bring back various social and support groups:

• Queer Connect
• T4Tea
• Queer in Color

We will hold discussion groups on various topics. In addition, we will have art nights, movie nights, game nights, to name a few! Follow us on Instagram or click “Programs and Services” on the right for 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.

Fall 2025 meeting dates/times: TBD

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. Discussions and activities are facilitated by student advocates who are part of the LGBTQIA+ POC community.

Fall 2025 meeting dates/times: TBD

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.

Fall 2025 meeting dates/times:TBD

Arts, Crafts, Games

The PRIDE Center offers arts & crafts, card games, and other activities for students. There will also be dedicated dates and times for art night, movie night, and game night.

Art Nights provide an opportunity for students to use art to express themselves and share.

Fall 2025 meeting dates/times: TBD

Queer D&D (Dungeons & Dragons) Nights are weekly events for students to play D&D at the Center.

Fall 2025 meeting dates/times: TBD

Movie Nights offer opportunities for students to watch LGBTQ+ movies and share their feedback through facilitated discussions at the end.

Fall 2025 meeting dates/times: TBD

PRIDE Anime: Join us for PRIDE Anime Night and discover some incredible anime and dive into exciting new worlds!

Fall 2025 meeting dates/times: TBD

Queer Climb Time is an afternoon event for students to climb the wall at The WELL together and have fun within an inclusive space. Co-sponsored by The WELL, Sac State students get to try out wall climbing for free! All abilities are welcome, and accommodation will be provided. Students can bring one guest.

Fall 2025 meeting dates/times: TBD

Panel Presentations

The PRIDE Center offers several various panel presentations and discussions for students, staff, faculty and administrators to share experiences and resources. Some presentations include collaborations with other campus partners to share pertinent information about student life or job searching.

Get ready to join our Rainbow Table Talk, where our LGBTQ+ student speakers get real and share their journey! Join our lively panel as they share personal stories, break down stereotypes in media, and dive into the nitty-gritty of LGBTQ+ rights and activism. It is a celebration of diversity, empowerment, and community. Come gain some insight and knowledge, share a laugh, and be part of the conversation!

Fall 2025 meeting dates/times: TBD

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: we accept 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.

One-on-One Sessions with Peer Wellness Advocates

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. Peer Wellness Advocates 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 come in during any of the following times for a 30-minute session.

Fall 2025 PWA schedule: TBD

One-on-One Advising Sessions with DEGREES Project Faculty or Coach

The Dedicated to Educating, Graduating, and Retaining Educational Equity Students (DEGREES) Project seeks to provide support services and resources to students with a special focus on underrepresented minority (URM) students.

A faculty from DEGREES Project is assigned to be present at the PRIDE Center for one hour each week to provide advising to students on a walk-in basis.

Fall 2025 DEGRESS Faculty schedule: TBD

A DEGREES Project coach is a fellow student who is assigned to be present at PRIDE Center at specifics times to hold one-on-one or small group sessions to support students with academic advising.

Fall 2025 DEGRESS Project Coach schedule: TBD

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.

Fall 2025 training schedule: TBD

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.