Did you know that LGBTQ+ History Month was created right here on UMSL's Campus? It's true! Rodney Wilson developed and executed the first ever LGBTQ+ History Month in October of 1994 and graduated with his Master of History in 1995. The month has continued and spread across the nation every year since. UMSL recognizes that it is important we take time to recognize the contributions of our past LGBTQ+ leaders and the LGBTQ+ movements that have led to the freedoms the LGBTQ+ community has today. The LGBTQ+ community fight continues every day and it is vital we understand how we have impact and are making history every day.
Departments and offices from all over campus come together to create a series of events and programs to highlight and emphasize the experiences of LGBTQ+ people historically and in the present. The LGBTQ+ History Month Planning Committee aims to uplift and empower our LGBTQ+ students, staff and faculty through the line up of events brought to campus.
OUTBURST! Student Works Showcase and Open Mic
This kickoff event saw the work of 10 UMSL students including short stories, paintings, digital art, and essays. Outburst is an opportunity for UMSL LGBTQ+ students to uplift their voices and their work to all of campus. There are very few restrictions on what can be performed or presented. Our only true guidelines are: members of the LGBTQ+ community can submit any type or subject matter of original work they would like while allies must submit original works which have subject matter centering LGBTQ+ identity.
Check out this UMSL Daily article: UMSL kicks off LGBTQ+ History Month programming with Outburst talent show.
Outburst submission details
We accept any and all of the following creative or academic works:
Check back in late spring for the 2024 Outburst Application.
