Transcend beyond LGB and empower CSUN’s transgender community during Trans* Empowerment Week, a week of thought-provoking activities and workshops from the Pride Center of the University Student Union. Join us along with dynamic special guests to recognize and raise the visibility of transgender, genderqueer and gender non-conforming individuals while we explore vital resources to help uplift the community. Head to our Instagram for more information about daily events and get ready to celebrate CSUN’s beautifully diverse trans* community during Trans* Empowerment Week with the Pride Center… Where you can be proud to be you!
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week
Monday, November 15, 2021 - 12:00am to Friday, November 19, 2021 - 11:59pm
Location:
Via Zoom, IG Live and On Campus
Cost:
Free
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week — Trans* 101
Monday, November 15, 2021 - 10:30am to 12:30pm
Trans* 101 is your opportunity to become more familiar with basic terminology, inclusive language and learn how you can be an active ally to the trans* community. Read more
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week — “So Pretty” Film Screening
Monday, November 15, 2021 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Join us for a screening of the film “So Pretty”. We will highlight the stories of four young LGBTQIA+ individuals in New York City as they navigate life, love, identity, relationships and art. Read more
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week — Name Change Clinic with Plume
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
At our Name Change Clinic with Plume, you’ll have the opportunity to receive expert advice and practical help when it comes to filling out paperwork, paying fees and appearing in court for a legal name and/or gender change in California. Read more
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week — Home Maintenance Tips with Mercury Stardust “The Trans Handy Ma’am”
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Join us to learn how you can become your own handy man during Home Maintenance Tips with Mercury Stardust. Known as the “Trans Handy Ma’am,” Mercury Stardust is a well-known maintenance technician and burlesque performer who is taking TikTok by storm with maintenance tips and tricks for all. You don’t want to miss out on this chance to learn from her and find empowerment alongside your friends at the Pride Center! Read more
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week — Makeup Artist Damien D’Luxe
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Come receive some exciting makeup, cosmetology and beautification tips from makeup artist and drag king Damien D’Luxe. This is an exciting opportunity to snag some pointers as you hear about their experiences, identity, profession and more. Read more
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week — Varie-T Show
Wednesday, November 17, 2021 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Our Varie-T Show will provide a virtual, trans*-centric fun space for folx to express themselves by sharing poetry, personal stories and other forms of performance art in a supportive and safe environment. Read more
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week — Adventures of the USUniverse
Thursday, November 18, 2021 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Come experience the fun and challenge of roleplaying tabletop gaming with your fellow CSUN GAYmers during Adventures of the USUniverse. Read more
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week — GAYme Night
Thursday, November 18, 2021 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Looking to have some fun with your fellow CSUN GAYmers? Show up to celebrate Trans* Empowerment Week and show off your competitive side with your friends during GAYme Night! Read more
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week — TRANScendence Art Show
Friday, November 19, 2021 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Come celebrate creativity and uplift the experiences of those in CSUN’s trans* community at our TRANScendence Art Show. Read more
Pride Center: Trans* Empowerment Week — Trans* Day of Remembrance Vigil feat. Mallery Jenna Robinson
Friday, November 19, 2021 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Join us as we culminate this week by gathering for a Trans* Day of Remembrance Vigil to celebrate the memories of trans* loved ones who have been taken by anti-trans* violence. Read more
RSVP to Attend These Trans* Empowerment Week Events from the Pride Center of the University Student Union
Monday, Nov. 15
Trans* 101
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Thousand Oaks Room, USU
“So Pretty” Film Screening
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Pasadena Room, USU
Tuesday, Nov. 16
Makeup Artist Damien D’Luxe
6 – 7 p.m.
Via Zoom
Melissa from The Pretty Fix
7 – 8 p.m.
Via Zoom
Friday, Nov. 19
TRANScendence Art Show
3 – 5 p.m.
Sol Center, USU
Trans Day of Remembrance Vigil feat. Mallery Jenna Robinson
5 – 6 p.m.
Plaza del Sol, USU
Please provide the following information and submit your RSVP to attend one, some or all of the events listed during this year’s Trans Empowerment Week, hosted by the Pride Center of the University Student Union.
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