LGBTQ Archives – The Spectrum Newspaper

New Chosen Name Policy

April 10, 2024

Have you heard about the Chosen Name Policy that was created in August 2023 at Sacred Heart University? This policy was created to allow…

Measuring Inclusivity: SHU Receives Annual Campus Pride Index Score

March 20, 2024

“Receiving a four out of five on the Campus Pride Index has shown that the work done by myself, my fellow e-board members and…

On Coming Out Day

October 26, 2022

On Coming Out Day: A Sprinkle of Sparkle by Ayasha Cantey On Oct. 12, Sacred Heart University’s Multicultural Center held an event to honor…

Building a Bridge: Reaching out to LGBTQ Catholics

February 24, 2021

On Wednesday, Feb. 17, Reverend James Martin presented a virtual colloquium entitled “Building a Bridge: Reaching out to LGBTQ Catholics.” Rev. Martin is a…

National Coming Out Day

October 21, 2020

Sunday, Oct. 12 was National Coming Out Day and Sacred Heart University celebrated with two separate events on campus. A National Coming Out Day…

“Sex and the City” Star Runs for New York Governor

March 28, 2018

By Stephanie Doheny Staff Reporter Actress Cynthia Nixon, popularly known for her role as Miranda Hobbes on HBO’s series, “Sex and the City,” announced…

SHU Recognizes LGBTQ+ Solidarity Week

October 25, 2017

BY MICHAEL BARRY From Oct. 16 to Oct. 19, the SHU Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) held a week of awareness, education, and celebration…