LGBTQ at Roanoke

Roanoke College is committed to working with faculty, staff, student organizations and our community partners to create a community that is welcoming and safe for everyone. Through various programming and events, Roanoke works to ensure that all of the students, faculty, and staff benefit from the diverse experiences and perspectives of our LGBTQIA+ community.

Safe Zone

Faculty and staff become certified Safe Zone members by going to a 2-hour training. They are visible supporters of the LGBTQIA+ community and acknowledge this support by having a Safe Zone sticker in their office. They should provide support, resources, and referrals to individuals who choose to approach them. For more information, visit our Safe Zone page.

This Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ)+ Mentoring Program empowers LGBTQ+ students to live more full, happy, and productive lives. The program’s aim is to support mentees through transition and integration to the College by way of interpersonal and intrapersonal development. Making strong connections with ourselves and others is imperative for success in not only college, but life. Successful mentoring is accomplished through genuine relationship building and ongoing support. Mentors serve as positive role models and provide resources as the need arises to their mentees. 

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The Southwest Virginia LGBTQ+ History Project is a community-based history initiative committed to researching and telling the stories of LGBTQ+ individuals and organizations in our region.  Learn more.  

For any questions or inquiries,
contact Mrs. Rachel M. Clark, M.A.
540-375-2308
clark@roanoke.edu

In an ongoing commitment to develop an inclusive environment for people of all genders, Roanoke College has begun the process to designate certain restrooms on campus as all-gender Restrooms. An all-gender restroom, also known as a gender-inclusive restroom, can benefit many different people, including parents with differently gendered children, alter-abled people who may require the accompaniment of an attendant of a different gender, and trans and gender non-conforming people.

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