As Syracuse University strives to create a more inclusive campus, we are proud to offer a spectrum of services, programs and resources for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Asexual (LGBTQA+) faculty, students and staff.
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| Region: Mid-Atlantic | |
| City/State: Syracuse, NY | |
| Locale: Medium City (100,000 to 500,000) | |
| Student Population (FTE): 14,422 | |
| In-State Tuition: $40,000.00 | |
| Out-of-State Tuition: $40,000.00 | |
| Institution Website: https://www.lgbt.syr.edu |
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| Doctoral/Research University Master's College/University Baccalaureate College/University Private Institution Residential Campus |
LGBTQ Student Opportunities
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Colleges and universities want LGBTQ students, faculty and staff to be out and proud as part of the diversity of the campus community. The Campus Pride Index provides campuses the opportunity to come out as LGBTQ-friendly and take responsibility for continually improving their LGBTQ campus climate.
The Campus Pride Index features LGBTQ student opportunities by highlighting the positive work within higher education across the country. Prospective students and families may choose the best LGBTQ campuses searching the tool based on area of study, cost, location, type of campus and LGBTQ-inclusive policy, programs and practice for their college search.
Reminder: Learn more by signing-up for FREE to participate in Campus Pride's LGBTQ-friendly National College Fair Program in eight different cities and the Campus Pride National Online College Fair.
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Commitment to LGBTQ Issues
Our Synopsis
including: - The LGBT Resource Center provides resources and support to members of the LGBTQA community and allies. - The University Senate Committee on LGBT Advocacy and Justice focuses on improving the campus climate for LGBT faculty members, staff members, and students.The committee also concerns itself with education of campus leaders about LGBT issues and facilitation of public dialogue on LGBT issues. - Academically, the LGBT Studies program offers opportunities to learn about LGBT experience, history and scholarship.
Featured Quotes
Why you'll love Syracuse University
“As someone who has been a part of the SU community nearly 30 years, this was not always a place where I’ve felt safe and valued. The founding of the Center was a statement that the University was committed to creating a campus that was open and accepting of LGBT students, faculty and staff. On a personal note, the Center provided a space where I could find and engage with a community of people who would be accepting of who I am.”
— Rob Pusch, LGBT Resource Center Interim Director, 2017-18
“The LGBT Resource Center has been such a positive force in working to make our community more open and inclusive. I treasure the relationships I have personally developed with staff (current & former!) at the Center, and I can't wait to see what is next for this powerful space & people."
— Terra Peckskamp, Director, Office of Residence Life
“The LGBT RC is an oasis on SU's campus. It is an affirming, celebratory place that makes students feel welcomed as valuable members of the SU community. I made my decision to come to SU because of the RC, and once I became involved with the Center as a student, I knew I had made the right choice. Thank you for all you do!”
— Andrew Asquith ’16
Highlights & Organizations
Upcoming events
11/29/2018
Trans Day of Remembrance
12/16/2018
Annual Holigays Celebration
8/27/2018
LGBT Welcome Ice Cream Social
4/27/2018
Lavender Graduation
Admissions
Admissions Office
Syracuse University Admissions Office
Syracuse University Admissions
Syracuse University
900 South Crouse Ave.
Syracuse, NY 13244
Phone: 315.443.1870
Website: https://www.syracuse.edu/admissions/undergraduate/contact/request-information/
Admission Application Deadline:
Overall Campus Pride Index Score
The Campus Pride Index has a strong theoretical research foundation in LGBTQ current programs, practices and policies for safer, more inclusive campus learning environments. The index tool has been tested extensively since 2001 and recently updated with new, higher LGBTQ national benchmarks in 2015.
The Campus Pride Index is a vital tool for assisting campuses in learning ways to improve their LGBTQ campus life and ultimately shape the educational experience to be more inclusive, welcoming and respectful of LGBTQ and ally people. The index is owned and operated by Campus Pride, the leading national nonprofit organization for student leaders and campus groups working to create safer, more LGBTQ-Friendly learning environments at colleges and universities. Campus Pride commends the campuses participating in the index and their willingness to come out, be visible and actively advocate for improving higher education for LGBTQ people.
Note: Prospective students and families are strongly encouraged to research current state laws for any college/university you are considering. The Campus Pride Index is updated annually and only measures current campus policies, programs and practices. Find information about state laws targeting the LGBTQ+ population on the Movement Advancement Project’s Equality Maps at lgbtmap.org/equality-maps.
Syracuse University
LGBTQ-friendly break-down by inclusion factors
| Sexual Orientation Score | 4.5 of 5 |
| Gender Identity/Expression Score | 4 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Policy Inclusion | 3.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Support & Institutional Commitment | 4.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Academic Life | 4 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Student Life | 5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Housing & Residence Life | 3.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Campus Safety | 5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Counseling & Health | 4.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Recruitment & Retention Efforts | 3 of 5 |
| Sections greyed out mean the campus does not offer those services | |
LGBTQ-Friendly Report Card
LGBTQ Policy Inclusion
| Non-discrimination statement inclusive of sexual orientation | |
| Non-discrimination statement inclusive of gender identity/expression | |
| Health insurance coverage to employees’ same sex partner | |
| Accessible, simple process for students to change their name on university records and documents | |
| Accessible, simple process for students to change their gender identity on university records and documents | |
| Students have option to self-identify sexual orientation on admission application or post enrollment forms | |
| Students have option to self-identify gender identity/expression on admission application or post enrollment forms |
LGBTQ Support & Institutional Commitment
| Resource center/office with responsibilities for LGBTQ students | |
| Paid staff with responsibilities for LGBTQ support services | |
| Ally program or Safe Space/Safe Zone | |
| Actively seek to employ diversity of faculty & staff including visible, out LGBTQ people | |
| Standing advisory committee that deals with LGBTQ issues | |
| LGBTQ alumni group |
LGBTQ Academic Life
| LGBTQ studies program | |
| LGBTQ specific course offerings | |
| Actively recruit faculty for LGBTQ-related academic scholarship | |
| New faculty/staff training opportunities on sexual orientation issues | |
| New faculty/staff training opportunities on gender identity issues | |
| LGBTQ faculty/staff organization |
LGBTQ Student Life
| LGBTQ & Ally student organization | |
| LGBTQ & Ally graduate student organization | |
| LGBTQ social fraternity/sorority | |
| Regularly plans LGBTQ social activities | |
| Regularly plans educational events on transgender issues | |
| Regularly offers educational events surrounding intersectionality of identities for LGBTQ people | |
| LGBTQ-inclusive career services |
LGBTQ Housing & Residence Life
| LGBTQ living space, theme floors and/or living-learning community | |
| Roommate matching for LGBTQ students to find LGBTQ-friendly roommate | |
| Gender-inclusive housing for new students | |
| Gender-inclusive housing for returning students | |
| Gender-inclusive/single occupancy restroom facilities in campus housing | |
| Gender-inclusive/single occupancy shower facilities in campus housing | |
| Trains residence life and housing staff at all levels on LGBTQ issues and concerns |
LGBTQ Campus Safety
| Procedure for reporting LGBTQ related bias incidents and hate crimes | |
| Active ongoing training for hate crime prevention | |
| Active outreach to LGBTQ students and student organization | |
| Trains campus police on sexual orientation issues | |
| Trains campus police on gender identity/expression issues | |
| Supports victims of LGBTQ sexual violence and partner violence |
LGBTQ Counseling & Health
| LGBTQ counseling/support groups | |
| Trans-inclusive trained counseling staff | |
| Free, anonymous and accessible HIV/STI testing | |
| LGBTQ-inclusive health information and safer sex materials available | |
| Trans-inclusive student health insurance policy which covers ongoing counseling services | |
| Trans-inclusive student health insurance policy which covers hormone replacement therapy |
LGBTQ Recruitment & Retention
| Annually participates in LGBTQ admission fairs | |
| LGBTQ student scholarships | |
| LGBTQ mentoring program to welcome and assist LGBTQ students in transitioning to academic and college life | |
| Special Lavender or Rainbow Graduation ceremony for LGBTQ students and allies | |
| Admission counselors receive LGBTQ-inclusive training and resources |
