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Sex Education - March 12th 2012

Ooh we're having a sexy meeting this week! Actually it's just sex education, and there is nothing sexy about it. I suggest going and please don't forget to support the RHA's Day of Silence by finding one of Siderite's tables and wearing a bandana or a pin! We are located in SUB, HUB, NREF, Lister and FAC all week from 12-4pm!

Alannah - Webmaster

Religion and Sexuality Conference - March 5th 2012

OUTreach with the help of the Chaplain's Association will once again be hosting the religion and sexuality conference this Tuesday. It was such a great success last year as we had a wide array of speakers from various religions present on their religion's views and the many misconceptions. This meeting is hosted in SAB 321(aka Civil Engineering Building as we once knew it) and goes from 5pm-7pm.

Alannah - Webmaster

LGBTQ Politics - February 26th 2012

I hope everybody had a lovely reading week! This Tuesday February 28th, Nick and Mark will be introducing us to the topic of religion. I say introducing because the following week we have our religion conference, where more than just our regular attendees go! It'll be an awesome discussion, so I'll see you there!

Alannah - Webmaster

LGBTQ Politics - February 6nd 2012

Hello OUTreachians, we're talking about LGBTQ politics for tomorrow's meeting. Nothing fancy, but definitely a fire-starter for some people's frustrations and passions. See you all Tuesday!

Alannah - Webmaster

EPS is Looking For Volunteers! - February 2nd 2012

Hi guys, the Edmonton Police Service is looking for volunteers to sit on a committee that discusses case files, restorative justice measures for hate crimes against LGBTQ individuals and LGBTQ EPS policies. They are currently looking for young individuals with fresh ideas to join a committee that has a real effect in determining new policies (two of the people on the committee meet regularly with the Chief of Police). They prefer applicants who are a sexual minority or gender variant; however, if you are an ally and have a concern for LGBTQ rights, you are welcome to apply as well. The commitment would be 2 hours a month (there is 1 meeting per month). For sociology of criminology majors, this would be a great addition to your CV; for everyone else, this would be a great opportunity to create change in the EPS. If you are interested in applying, please message me!

Ryan - Co-Chair

Ski Trip Subsidy - January 28th 2012

Hi all, I apologize for not having posted this earlier, but for those who might not have been to the meeting this past Tuesday, we had opened up submissions for a subsidized (read: free) spot on the OUTreach ski trip. This subsidy is meant for those who are financially unable to accommodate the costs of the trip. All you have to do is submit a 500 word mini-essay about what you would gain from the experience and a 250 word mini-mini essay about your financial situation and why you might not otherwise be able to attend without the subsidized spot. Submissions will be judged by a person who is not on the OUTreach executive and must be printed out and handed into the OUTreach office or to Beni by 6:00pm on Tuesday, January 31.

Ryan - Co-Chair

Family Discussion Panel - January 27th 2012

We're doing something really exciting this Tuesday. We've gathered some lovelies families to discuss what it's like being a gay parent. It'll be posed as a question panel so we can hear different perspectives all together.

Alannah - Webmaster

Sexuality! What? - January 22th 2012

This Tuesday January 24th we will be talking about sexuality, but seriously you will be leading the discussion as we ask questions that make you wonder wonderous things. Also a very important sidenote! Applications for funding for the Jasper Ski Trip are being reopened for another week, starting this Tuesday. This means you have the possibility of going on this trip for free. Requirments are that you write a one page letter describing why you deserve to have this trip paid for (i.e. financial need).

Alannah - Webmaster

Welcome Back! - January 8th 2012

We definitely have a few points to mention as the new semester begins with OUTreach:
1. For our first meeting this Tuesday, January 10th, we are starting off with ice breakers to welcome in new and old members. Hopefully everybody can leave at least knowing one more person!
2. School Presentations Project: The school presentations project is a joint effort that OUTreach is taking part in with ISMSS and the Edmonton Public School Board. Recently, a policy has been created by the school board in which gender and sexual orientation variants are protected. As such, an initiative has been taken to raise awareness of LGBTQ realities, to humanize and de-stigmatize LGBTQ identifying persons, and to empower LGBTQ persons by giving them resources and recognition. The pilot was done in the last term; this term, the project is actually starting to get going. We also have a few volunteer positions, such as being a presentation facilitator or panel member. Training is required for these positions and that is on Saturday, February 4th, 2012 from 10am-3pm at the main U of A campus. If you are interested in volunteering and would like more information, please contact Ryan Au (e-mail address is on the left) and RSVP by January 16th. You can also visit our facebook page for more information.
3. Welcome back!

Alannah - Webmaster

Meeting Topic - Music - November 27, 2011

This week we're talking music, something that's familiar to all of us no matter what genre. I have no clue what direction Beni is taking this in so I can't wait just as much as everybody else! Contact us if you would like to purchase dog tags or t-shirts. Limited Supply!

Alannah - Webmaster

Meeting Topic - Trans - November 21, 2011

We have a special guest this week, Mateo, speaking on the topic of Trans-everything from gender to sexuality. Also, we still have dog tags ($4) and t-shirts ($15) for sale, but contact us quickly because we're running out!

Alannah - Webmaster

Meeting Topic - Gaydar - November 13, 2011

This week's meeting: Gaydar! Prepare your sixth senses! Also contact Ryan if you would like OUTreach dog tags ($4 each) and Beni if you would like OUTreach t-shirts ($15 each).

Alannah - Webmaster

Meeting Topic - EPS - Hate Crime Unit - November 5, 2011

We have a special guest at this week's meeting! Edmonton Police Service's Hate Crime Unit will be speaking and Connor will be guiding the discussion.
Also do not forget $15 for t-shirt if you want one (contact Beni first).
We are now selling super cool dogtags that will be brought on Tuesday to show you what they look like. Only $4! Contact Ryan Au if you'd like one!

Alannah - Webmaster

Meeting Topic - The Global Queer - October 31, 2011

1. Happy Halloween Everybody :D
2. Meeting Topic this week - The Global Queer (Global Issues, History, Current Events, Terminology etc.) by Alannah
3. Bring $15 for OUTreach t-shirts!
4. We are having an election for the position of Social Convener... Go for it if you have it takes to take on this role :) Prepare a nice and convincing speech or just be there to vote. This happens at the beginning of the meeting so be on time!

Batwoman - Webmaster

Meeting Topic - The Science of Gay - October 24, 2011

Tuesday, October 25th meeting topic: The Science of Gay hosted by Ryan Au! Be there or be uninformed :D Do not forget $15 for your OUTreach t-shirt!

Batwoman - Webmaster

Meeting Topic - Gay signs - October 12, 2011

Next Tuesday, October 18th, Connor will be delighting us with a presentation on American Sign Language, more specifically the queerer words we want to know! And do not forget, bring $15 for your OUTreach t-shirt or chance it instead and enter your name in a draw to win!

Alannah - Webmaster

OUTreach office CLOSED October 10, 2011 - October 6,2011

Reminder - The OUTreach office will be closed this Monday October 10, as well as the whole University because of Thanksgiving.

Alannah - Webmaster

And the topic is... Gender! - October 6, 2011

Turn out for Gayopoly was great last Tuesday, even with midterms happening, so thanks everybody! The topic for next week is Gender and it is being hosted by Beni and Tyler. Keep the attendance up and be there with an inquisitive mind! Also a few items were left behind at last week's meeting, so stop by the OUTreach office if you think you may have forgotten something. :)

Alannah - Webmaster

Gayopoly! - October 2, 2011

Just a small reminder for everybody that the topic for October 4, 2011 is in fact a game of my own creation, Gayopoly. Can't wait to see everybody there Tuesday! :) Bring your own little game piece! And also anybody who wants to bring monopoly money to this meeting, please do so because we can't afford 10 sets of monopoly money and usually end up using paper to keep track of everything.

Alannah - Webmaster

Big Thanks to Cora! - September 22, 2011

Thank you Cora for dropping by the OUTreach office today and giving us an awesome electric kettle! Now you can make your tea, and have a gay time in the OUTreach office!

Ryan - Co-Chair

Next Week's Topic + Welcome to new Member at Large! - September 21, 2011

Hello hello all, our next week's topic was not mentioned at the meeting, so I'll now that it is on Teen Suicide by Ryan Allison... :( But WAIT! Don't forget to welcome a new member of the OUTreach executive, Mason, who will be our new Member at Large! Can't wait to see everybody next meeting!

Alannah - Webmaster

Office Hour Changes - September 20, 2011

Hey guys, I know how much everyone looks forward to those office hours but due to some extenuating circumstances, the office will be closed tomorrow from 11-2. Sorry again guys!

Ryan Au - Co-Chair

Office Hours!!! - September 16, 2011

Starting this Monday September 19th we will be having office hours Monday - Thursday from 11am - 4pm. This will be posted conveniently on the left side of the website along with location of our office. Please feel free to drop by! We have a microwave!

Alannah - Webmaster

Meeting #2 - September 14, 2011

For everyone who is attending the next meeting, the topic is coming out stories. You can speak your piece or listen to others'; some are happy, and some are sad, but I hope everyone can leave knowing who they are and loving themselves for it, as well as giving others the courage and strength to be who they want to be in the face of adversity.

Ryan A. - Co-Chair

First Meeting Success! - September 14, 2011

I don't know about everyone else, but I think yesterday's turnout at the meeting and at Dewey's and RATT was a HUGE success! Here's to a brand spankin new year and an awesome year for OUTreach!

Ryan A. - Co-Chair

New OUTreach Website! - September 7, 2011

So if you've been to the OUTreach website recently (before today), you might have noticed it was a bit plain. Well, we spent all summer making a new website that is as functional as it is pretty! The facelift offers all the same information as the previous one, as well as a blog-style design for those who don't have twitter, but would like to know about the happenings of OUTreach. There is also a sort of get-to-know the exec on the About Us page. The webpage is best viewed in Google Chrome, but will function in both Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer (less prettily).

If you notice any bugs or problems with the site, please email outreach@ualberta.ca so we can fix the problem!

Ryan A. - Co-Chair

First Meeting - September 7, 2011

Our first meeting is going to be on Sept. 13, from 5-6pm, in Athabasca Hall Heritage Lounge (just walk straight once you're in the front doors). We will be playing fun (not lame) icebreaker games and get to know each other a little bit better. Feel free to come a bit early if you want to chat with some of the exec before a meeting; I will be stuck in class until 5 but most exec come a bit earlier to hang out and talk to people!

Ryan A. - Co-Chair