LGBTQIA2S+ Resources

Statement from the President

Dear LGBTQ and Trans Community, 

Fullerton College is firm in our support in demonstrating love and respect for you and all members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community. We know that current political climate indicators may create additional layers of stress. This is particularly true for our trans and gender expansive folks who have been feeling increased fear around their ability to live authentically in our society. We want you to know that at FC, you belong and we’re here to support you.

Our college has invested intentionally to design and provide services to the LGBTQIA2S+ community for years. We have been offering resources to our trans and nonbinary students, and we have been cultivating more spaces than ever before to ensure you feel secure in pursuing your dreams at Fullerton College.

I have been involved in social justice matters for 30 years and I see higher education as a way to arrive at a more just society. Here, at FC, I have personally ensured that we held our first ever pride flag raising. This was important as symbolically our students and future students can easily see that we are here to create an intentionally supportive environment for you.

Our faculty, staff and administration are firmly with you, and we have many resources to share with you on this page.

Sincerely, 
President Olivo 

Identity Documents for Trans and Nonbinary People

For up-to-date recommendations regarding best practices for gender markers on federal and state documents, please visit the Lambda Legal Identity Documents for Trans and Nonbinary People site for comprehensive advice in response to executive orders.

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RESOURCES

MAP WITH GENDER INCLUSIVE BATHROOMS

Resources

Fullerton College LGBTQIA2S+ Resource Program

The LGBTQIA2S+ Resource Program consists of dynamic events and services created to support the needs of the LGBTQIA2S+ campus community at Fullerton College. We strive to create a brave space for students to express themselves, connect with each other, and discover their unfolding identities, while prioritizing their mental health and wellbeing. Through our program, we offer LGBTQIA2S+ centered academic counseling, 1:1 wellness check-ins, a LGBTQIA2S+ Scholars program for direct 1:1 support through your academic journey on campus, and weekly community events. We offer the following free services to Fullerton College Students.

VISIT LGBTQIA2S+ RESOURCE PROGRAM WEBSITE

Counseling & Mental Health Support

  • 1:1 45-minute Academic Counseling
  • 1:1 30-minute Wellness Check-Ins
  • Loud & Proud Process Group 
  • True Colors Trans Community Group  

Monthly Community Programming & Cultural Celebrations

  • Queer Social Mixers (Themed each month!)  
  • Pride Programming (June)  
  • LGBTQIA2S+ History Month Celebrations (October)
  • LGBTQIA2S+ Lavender Graduation Celebration (May)

Peer Support & Connection

What We Provide

  • Free binders, body tape, and gaffs (Offered via The Hanger/Career Closet) 
  • LGBTQIA2S+ Mini Library in our Student Lounge
  • Advocates Listserv

Information & Advocacy

  • Ally Training
    • To book, reach out to LGBTQIA2S+ Special Project Manager Ariel Gentalen (they/them) at agentalen@fullcoll.edu  
  • Gender Affirming Surgery and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Letters of Support
  • Legal Name and Gender Marker Change Support via LGBTQIA2S+ Resource Program
  • Chosen Name and Pronouns support 
  • Support reporting harassment, bullying or intimidation based on LGBTQIA2S+ identity
    • If you or others experience harrassment, bullying, or intimidation on campus, please meet with LGBTQIA2S+ Special Projects Manager Ariel Gentalen. Drop by our offices in Bld. 500, Rm. 512 or email at agentalen@fullcoll.edu.

TRANS RESOURCES

On Campus

  • True Colors Trans & Gender Expansive Support Group (3rd or 4th Tuesday each month)
  • Name Change and Gender Marker Support
  • HRT and Gender Affirming Surgery Letters
  • 30-minute wellness check-ins
  • Free Binders & Gaffs plus measurement appointments for fittings with The Hanger

Off Campus

Off Campus Services

Legal Services

Off Campus Housing Support  

Off Campus Mental Health

LGBTQIA+ Hotlines 

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I access LGBTQIA2S+ support on campus?

LGBTQIA2S+ Program is here to support Fullerton College’s LGBTQIA2S+ community! Reach out if you are in need of resources, guidance, connection or a little queer gossip. Your safety and experience on campus (in person or online) are important! Don’t hesitate to reach out if you are feeling lost, unheard, or just want to manifest an event or resource.

What has Fullerton College done to support its LGBTQIA2S+ students

We have taken actions such as:
  1. Pronoun Training for the Management team in Fall 2023
  2. Encouraged everyone to use pronouns in Fall 2023 Opening Day
  3. Implemented the first Lavender Graduation in Spring 2023
  4. Admissions and Records provides name change services in multiple systems including Banner, Canvas, Starfish. They have made this easier through direct user made updates in MyGateway, where it previously was a physical form. 
  5. Create a map of gender inclusive bathrooms on campus and added exact location descriptions on LRP website for easier navigation 
  6. Ensured a bigger space is available for LGBTQIA2S+ Students
  7. Implemented Drag Queen Bingo for Classified Staff Appreciation Week Festivities Spring 2024
  8. Advocacy for removing deadnaming in software systems across campus in addition to sharing best practices with Departments/Divisions when doing student outreach
  9. Advocated for Student Life and Leadership pronoun stickers for physical IDs
  10. Have offered Pronouns 101 Training 17 times since Spring 2023 across Divisions and Departments including Faculty Flex Day, Management Team, Associated Students, Student Life and Leadership, Extended Opportunity Programs and Services, and Admissions and Records.
  11. Launched Queer Student Advisory Committee to get direct input from our student community for our programs, events, and services.
  12. Full-time hire of Special Projects managers that allow us to increase LGBTQIA2S+ scholars by 150% percent
  13. Intersectional identity/race-conscious programming and support
  14. Wrote and offer Neuroqueer presentation for Departments and Divisions, including Faculty Flex day Spring 2025.
  15. Advocated for students to update their campus ID to reflect their chosen name at no cost—removing the typical $14 fee
  16. Working with Admissions and Records to integrate pronouns into our district’s Banner system and to select a transcript provider that offers options for chosen and legal name.
  17. Our team has presented to share best practices for community building, mental health support, and education at the CCC LGBTQ Summit in Spring 2022, Spring 2024, and upcoming in Spring 2025.

What should I do if I’m experiencing discrimination or harassment?

If you or others experience harrassment, bullying, or intimidation on campus, please meet with LGBTQIA2S+ Special Projects Manager Ariel Gentalen. Drop by our offices in Bld. 500, Rm. 512 or email at agentalen@fullcoll.edu.

Is there confidential counseling or mental health support?

Fullerton College offers confidential counseling services where LGBTQIA2S+ students can talk to licensed mental health professionals who are trained in handling issues related to identity and mental health. Visit Psychological Services to learn more and make an appointment.