LGBTQ2IA+ Students
Welcome to OUTline
OUTline is the University of Guelph's resource and support service specializing in questions and information relating to sexual orientation and gender identity. It’s important to us that our programs, services, and spaces are safe(r) for everybody. No matter the colour of your skin, what you believe in, where you come from, how you got here, who you love, or how you choose to identify yourself, we welcome you.
In Student Experience, we like to use the term LGBTQ2IA+, which stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual, and other identities that fall outside of cisgender and heterosexual paradigms.
Resources on Campus
Sexual and Gender Diversity Advisor
The Sexual & Gender Diversity Advisor is here to support LGBTQ2IA+ students as they navigate school and their identity, offering guidance and a safe space to ask questions and seek support.
OUTline Chat Page
The OUTline Online Chat is a place to connect with trained volunteers in a discreet, confidential and private online environment. Chat with us between 7 and 10 p.m. during the fall and winter semesters.
Name Changes
The University has a process to enable students to change their name and/or gender marker on campus. Students who want to make these changes have access to these dedicated resources as a helpful guide.
Gender-Neutral Washrooms
The University is participating in ongoing work to enhance the inventory of gender-neutral bathrooms on campus. Here you will find the current listing of gender-neutral bathrooms at U of G.
OUTline Events on Campus
LGBTQ2IA+ Weekly Discussion
A space for students to connect virtually and in person to discuss lived experiences as part of LGBTQ2IA+ communities. Each week, we explore topics like sexual orientation, gender identity, finding community, pop culture, and more.
Out and About
A social discussion space for students to share experiences about coming out in relation to sexual orientation and gender identity. Coming out is a unique process, and this space allows students to discuss challenges, learn from others, and build community.
Trans and Gender Diverse Students' Social
A discussion space for trans and gender-diverse students to connect and share lived experiences. Topics include gender identity, building community, pop culture, and more in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Queer/Trans Black & Racialized Students' Social
The QTBRS Social serves as an opportunity for Black and racialized students to connect and discuss shared lived experiences. We explore topics related to gender identity, finding community, pop culture, and more.
LGBTQ2IA+ Lego Social
A space for Black and racialized LGBTQ2IA+ students to connect and share lived experiences. Discussions cover gender identity, community-building, pop culture, and other topics relevant to their identities.
QTND Minecraft Meet
Join OUTline in building, mining, and exploring a shared Minecraft server! This space prioritizes neurodivergent LGBTQ2IA+ students but is open to everyone. Engage at your own pace and connect with others in a fun, creative environment.
LGBTQ2IA+ International Students' Mixer
A social space for international LGBTQ2IA+ students to connect and discuss shared experiences. Open to both undergraduate and graduate students, this event explores topics like gender identity, community, and pop culture.
LGBTQ2IA+ Book Club
Discuss Queer and Trans representation and intersectional identities over a book while enjoying tea and treats. This Book Club, although open to all students, is intended to create a space where LGBTQ2IA+ students can connect through media.
