Purdue’s Nondiscrimination Policy
Purdue University is committed to maintaining a community which recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect among its members; and encourages each individual to strive to reach his or her own potential. In pursuit of its goal of academic excellence, the University seeks to develop and nurture diversity. The University believes that diversity among its many members strengthens the institution, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches campus life. 

Purdue University views, evaluates, and treats all persons in any university related activity or circumstance in which they may be involved, solely as individuals on the basis of their own personal abilities, qualifications, and other relevant characteristics. 

Purdue University prohibits discrimination against any member of the university community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran. The university will conduct its programs, services and activities consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders and in conformance with the procedures and limitations as set forth in Purdue’s Equal Opportunity, Equal Access and Affirmative Action policy which provides specific contractual rights and remedies. Additionally, the University promotes the full realization of equal employment opportunity for women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans through its affirmative action program. 

Inclusive Restrooms
All members of our community are free to use the restroom that aligns with their gender identity. All-gender restrooms are also available in all academic building—with the exception of the William’s Theatre and Helmke Library—for anyone who may not feel comfortable using a gender-designated restroom. All-gender restrooms can be found in the following locations:

• Allen County Extension
  • 125
• Doermer School of Business
  • 104 and 139
• Dolnick Center
  • 107, 129, 147, and 171
• Kettler Hall
  • G-15
• Gates Athletic Center
  • 133
• Ginsberg
  • 125
• Music Center
  • 109
• Neff Hall
  • B-86, 111, 254, 341
• Science Building
  • 33, 179, 255, 353, 406
• Walb Student Union
  • 138

Preferred Name Policy
The preferred name policy allows students to change their name through the Office of the Registrar via this form. Please allow 24–48 hours for a request to be processed. You may change your preferred name once per semester, and you may only update your first name not your last name. The university will continue to make necessary changes to the implementation of the process to ensure preferred names are used whenever possible. Legal name will continue to be used for business and legal purpose in the following places: admissions, housing contracts, student billing accounts, financial aid, enrollment verification, transcripts, teacher licensure records, government employment forms, governmental tax forms, paychecks, and with the university police. 

A legal name change can be made using this form, and you must provide one of the following forms of identification with that new name: driver's license or state issued photo ID, marriage license, social security card, permanent resident card, passport, divorce decree, or court order. 

Currently, there is no process for changing the gender marker on school records at Purdue Fort Wayne. 

Report an Incident
In cases of harassment, or situations in which a student feels that another member of the Purdue Fort Wayne community (staff, faculty, or student) has violated their rights under Purdue’s anti-harassment, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity policies, a student can file a report, contact the Dean of Students, or reach out to the Office of Institutional Equity. 

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Federal and State Laws
ACLU Transgender Rights
American Civil Liberties Union guide to transgender civil rights in the US

Know Your Rights: Students and LGBTQ Rights at School
Southern Poverty Law Center guide to LGBTQ students’ rights in public education 

LGBT Rights in the United States
Wikipedia article detailing the current state of LGBTQ+ rights and anti-discrimination laws in the US

Office Lounge
Our office features a comfortable lounge space for students to hang out, study, connect with peers, and take a break between classes. 

The lounge is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. 

Discord
Discord is a free, VoIP-based instant-messaging platform designed for creating communities. Created in the spring of 2020 to help our students stay connected during the COVID-19 lockdown, the Q Center Discord has become a virtual lounge for students to chat, share advice and memes, find friends, and even play video games together.

To join the server, follow the link below. If you do not already have a Discord account, you will be prompted to create one. Once you join, make sure to read the rules and introduce yourself.

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Training and Consultation 
Learn about Safe Zone certification. In additional to providing formal training, our staff is available to answer questions and provide advice to individual faculty, staff, and campus organizations regarding issues related to gender and sexual orientation, allyship, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ people on campus and in the community.

Weekly Newsletter
Stay up-to-date with Q Center news and events by subscribing to our weekly newsletter, delivered every Monday.

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Tutoring
Tutoring Center
PFW offers tutoring and other academic support for a wide variety of classes and subjects, including dedicated support for music, computer sciences, foreign languages, math and science, and writing.

Financial Aid
Office of Financial Aid
Your one-stop for information about your financial aid.

Scholarships 
Listing of PFW-specific scholarships.

FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is your key to receiving federal financial aid, including access to grants and federally backed students loans. FAFSA becomes available in late fall and you must complete it no later than April 15 to be eligible for aid for the next academic year. 

Affordable Colleges Online
Extensive listing of scholarships and FAQ for LGBTQ+ students.

Point Foundation
The nation’s largest scholarship-granting organization for LGBTQ+ students of merit. 

Rainbow Scholarship 
A dedicated scholarship for LGBTQ+ students who wish to participate in rigorous study-abroad programs. 

Career Resources
Career Development Center
Free support and resources for PFW students—including interview prep and résumé reviews—provided by a fully Safe Zone–certified staff.

Corporate Equality Index 
Annual report rating workplace quality across major US employers.

HRC Employer Database
Searchable database of employers’ policies on LGBTQ+ employees. 

Trans Job Seeker Guide
Resource guide to navigating the job search as a trans person.

Transgender in the Workplace 
Career and resource guide for employees and employers.

US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
Guidance document on workers’ rights and workplace protections for LGBTQ+ people. 

Other Campus Support
Emergency Absence Policy 
Sometimes unexpected events can get in the way of your academic success. The Office of Student Conduct and Care can help you work with your professors to take a leave of absence. 

SGA Calculator Rental Program 
The Student Government Association offers low-cost graphing-calculator rentals for all students.

The FRIENDS of the University Pantry 
The pantry is available to all students, faculty, and staff, as well as members of the community.

LGBT Certificate
The LGBT studies certificate integrates concepts from multiple academic disciplines, from psychology to fine arts. The certificate requires a total of 19 credit hours.

Erin Bowman, PhD, HSPP 
Trauma and PTSD, transgender care (3Rivers Wellness) 

Jeanne Harber-Porter  
Consulting & Counseling Associates 
Website 

Kimberly Loney, LMHC
Website

Mosaic Health & Healing Arts
Website

Amanda Patch, MD, PPG 
Family Medicine (Parkview Medicine) 
HIV prevention/PrEP and gender-affirming therapies 
Website

Eric Shoemaker, DO
Family and Primary Care (Alliance Health Centers)
PrEP prescriber, self-Identifying member of LGBTQ community, serving LGBTQ patients 
Website

Rodney E. Timbrook, PhD, HSPP 
Psychological Service Associates Inc. 
Website 

Shannon Trelease, MD
Family Practice (Fort Wayne Medical Education Program Family Medicine)

BRAVE Alliance 
Provides services exclusively for the Allen County LGBTQIA+ community, as well as projects to advance the quality of care provided in areas of mental health and healthcare.

Fort Wayne Pride
Nonprofit organization focused on providing safe, fun events for the Fort Wayne and northeast Indiana LGBTQ+ community.

YWCA Northeast Indiana 
Our local branch provides addiction services, domestic-violence services, education services, economic services, and more. 

Center for Nonviolence
Fort Wayne–based nonprofit providing education, support, and advocacy to end relationship violence and other forms of violence.

Remedy Live
Local mental-health resources for LGBTQ+ people, in addition to a crisis hotline and 24/7 text service.

Indiana Youth Group
Indiana-based support and advocacy organization for LGBTQ+ young people.

Advocacy
American Veterans for Equal Rights
A nonprofit, nonpartisan, chapter-based veterans service organization of active, reserve, and veteran service members dedicated to full and equal rights and equitable treatment for all present and former members of the US Armed Forces, especially the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender current and prior military personnel who have been historically disenfranchised by armed-forces policy and discriminatory laws governing military service and benefits.

Aromantic-spectrum Union for Recognition, Education, and Advocacy
Advocacy organization for people on the aromantic spectrum.

Black & Latino LGBTQ+ Coalition 
Advocacy and education for LGBTQ+ Black and Latino communities.

Black Trans Advocacy Coalition
Advocacy organization working to address issues faced by Black trans people.

Equality Federation 
National LGBTQ+ advocacy organization focused on empowering state-based advocacy efforts.

Human Rights Campaign 
National organization advocating for LGBTQ+ rights through education, research, political organizing, and more.

Immigration Equality 
LGBTQ+ immigrant-rights organization.

Marsha P. Johnson Institute
Advocacy and community organizing group for Black trans people.

Movement Advancement Project
Research and advocacy for LGBTQ+ people.

National Black Justice Coalition
Civil-rights organization dedicated to the advancement of Black LGBTQ+ people.

National Center for Transgender Equality 
Advocacy and support for trans people.

National LGBTQ Task Force 
Organization dedicated to empowering lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and HIV-affected communities and allies to end all forms of violence through organizing and education, and supporting survivors through counseling and advocacy.

National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance
Coalition of LGBT AAPI organizations focused on community building, leadership development, promoting visibility, and grassroots organizing.

Out & Equal
International organization focused on workplace equality for LGBTQ+ people.

Sylvia Rivera Law Project
Organization dedicated to guaranteeing that all people are free to self-determine gender identity and expression, regardless of income or race, and without facing harassment, discrimination or violence.

Transgender Law Center
The nation’s largest trans-led organization advocating self-determination for all people.

True Colors United 
Advocacy, education, and support organization dedicated to ending LGBTQ+ youth homelessness.

Zuna Institute 
National advocacy organization for Black lesbians.

Legal Aid and Info
Know Your Rights: Airport Security
Air-travel tips and legal information for trans people.

Lambda Legal 
Nonprofit national organization committed to achieving the full recognition of the civil rights of LGBTQ+ people and everyone living with HIV/AIDS through impact litigation, education, and public-policy work.

Lavender Rights Project 
Low-cost legal services and community programming centered on social justice for trans and queer low-income people and other marginalized communities.

LGBTQ Freedom Fund 
Mutual-aid bail fund for LGBTQ+ people.

LGBTQ Right by Country or Territory 
Wikipedia article about LGBTQ+ rights around the world.

Municipal Equality Index 
Annual report rating of LGBTQ-inclusive municipal laws, policies, and services.

National Center for Lesbian Rights
National nonprofit, public-interest law firm that litigates precedent-setting cases at the trial and appellate court levels; advocates for equitable public policies affecting the LGBTQ community; provides free legal assistance to LGBTQ people and their legal advocates; and conducts community education on LGBTQ issues.

Stateside Legal
Legal resources for LGBT veterans.

Student Legal Services
Students have access to free and confidential legal consultations for noncriminal legal questions and issues.

The Williams Institute
Independent research on sexual orientation and gender-identity laws and public policy; part of the UCLA School of Law.

Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund 
Organization committed to ending discrimination based on gender identity and expression and to achieving equality for transgender people through public education, test-case litigation, direct legal services, and public-policy efforts.

US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: LGBTQ+ Workers 
Guidance document on workers’ rights and workplace protections for LGBTQ+ people.

BRAVE Alliance 
Provides services exclusively for the Allen County LGBTQIA+ community, as well as projects to advance the quality of care provided in areas of mental health and healthcare.

Black AIDS Institute
Nonprofit health-advocacy group focused on HIV education, awareness, and prevention in Black communities.

CDC LGBT Youth Resources
Health resources for LGBTQ+ youth from the Center for Disease Control.

Center for Healthy Living 
The Campus Health Clinic is an outpatient facility that provides a variety of healthcare services to students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Fitness Center
Multipurpose exercise facility, including cardio and weight equipment, fitness classes, and personal training. All students get free membership.

Go Ask Alice
Health information and resources for young people.

Immunization Information
All incoming students and current students living in student housing are required to submit complete immunization records in compliance with Indiana state law.

Healthcare Equality Index
Annual report evaluating LGBTQ+ inclusive policies and practices across US healthcare facilities.

Health Concerns for Transgender People
Blog post about health issues faced by transgender people from the Mayo Clinic.

Health Issues for Lesbians and Women Who Have Sex With Women
Blog post about sexual-health issues for woman-loving women from the Mayo Clinic.

HIV and Aids Resources for Women 
Resources and information about HIV/AIDS for women.

Latino Commission on AIDS
Nonprofit health-advocacy group focused on HIV education, awareness, and prevention in Latino communities.

LGBTQ+ and Addiction
Resources and information for LGBTQ+ people about addiction and recovery.

National Coalition for LGBT Health
National organization committed to improving the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals through federal and local advocacy, education, and research.

OutCare
Free resources and information about accessing LGBTQ+-affirming healthcare.

Positive Resource Connection
Fort Wayne-based HIV education, prevention, testing, and case-management organization.

Rainbow Health
Comprehensive health information and resources for LGBTQ+ people.

Resources for People with HIV
Resources and information for people living with HIV/AIDS.

Student Health Insurance Plan
Information about health insurance for students through PFW.

Trans Health Project 
Healthcare resources and education for trans people.

Two-Spirit Health Resources 
Resources and information for LGBTQ Native people.

VHA LGBTQ+ Health Program 
Healthcare resources for LGBTQ+ veterans through the US Department of Veterans Affairs.

Mental Health
CARE Team 
The Office of Student Conduct and Care coordinates the CARE Team, which identifies students in crisis and gets them the guidance they need. If you or a friend are struggling, you can fill out the online referral form through the previous link to request help.

Cooperative Care: Queering Self-Care 
Community-based self-care tips and resources.

Counseling Services 
Students have access to a variety of short-term counseling services—for which there is no charge—to address their individual needs through the Student Assistance Program. These services are confidential and are provided in a welcoming, comfortable setting, regardless of a student’s race, gender, religion, ethnicity, age, ability, or sexual orientation.

Desi LGBTQ+ Helpline for South Asians 
Confidential support, information, and resources for LGBTQ+ South Asian people in the United States.

Dysphoria Tips Masterlist 
A collection of articles and posts about dealing with gender dysphoria, with tips for transmasc, transfeminine, and nonbinary individuals.

Everyone Is Gay 
Advice and resources for LGBTQ+ youth.

Finding a Trans-Knowledgeable Therapist 
Free guide for finding trans-knowledgeable mental-health providers.

Holiday Self-Care Tips for LGBTQ Youth 
Tips for self-care during the holidays.

It Gets Better Project 
Advocacy and support organization for LGBTQ+ youth.

LGBTQ Latinx Mental Health Resource Guide 
Mental-health resources for LGBTQ+ Latinx people (bilingual).

Love Is Louder
Resources and tips for taking care of your own mental health.

Matthew’s Place
Resources, education, and stories for LGBTQ+ youth.

National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network 
Mental health resources for LGBTQ+ people of color.

QTBIPOC Mental Health and Well-being
Mental-health resources for LGBTQ+ people of color.

Remedy Live 
Local mental-health resources for LGBTQ+ people, crisis hotline, and 24/7 text service.

Seize the Awkward 
Resources and tips for talking about mental health.

Self-Care Resources for Trans and Non-Binary Folks 
Tips and resources for trans self-care.

Trevor Project
Mental-health and suicide-prevention resources for LGBTQ+ youth.

You Are Not Alone 
Self-care tips and resources for trans people.

Coming Out
A Resource Guide to Coming Out 
General coming-out guide.

A Resource Guide to Coming Out as Bisexual 
Coming out guide for bisexual people.

Coming Out: Living Authentically as LGBTQ Latinx Americans 
Coming-out guide for Latinx LGBTQ+ people.

Transgender Visibility Guide
Coming-out guide for trans people.

Healthy Relationships and Safer Sex
Asexual Relationships 101
Frequently asked questions about ace relationships.

Attraction and Relationship Terms 
Aromantic-centered glossary of attraction and relationship terminology.

Get Yourself Tested (GYT) 
Resources and information about STIs and testing.

GLBTQ Domestic Violence Project 
Organization providing free and confidential support and services to LGBTQ+ surviors of domestic and sexual violence.

How to Have Sex if You’re Queer 
Article about protection, consent, and what queer sex means.

How to Have Sex with a Trans Man 
Blog post about healthy and respectful sex for transmasculine people.

IMPACT Program: Sex Ed 
Sex education and resources for LGBTQ+ youth.

Lesbian Sex 101
Sexual-health and safety resources for woman-loving women.

LGBT Foundation Sex Guides 
Educational safer-sex guides for LGBTQ+ people.

LGBTQ+ Safer Sex Guide 
Comprehensive resource guide for LGBTQ+ safer sex.

Love and Romance: LGBTQ Resources 
Relationship resources for LGBTQ+ people.

MaleSurvivor 
Support and resources for male survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs 
Organization dedicated to empowering lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and HIV-affected communities and allies to end all forms of violence through organizing and education, and supports survivors through counseling and advocacy.

Options for Sexual Health
LGBT-inclusive sexual-health information and resources.

Planned Parenthood Safer Sex
LGBTQ+ inclusive safer-sex information.

Polyamory 101
Resource document about nonmonogamous relationships.

Power and Control Wheel for LGBT Relationships 
Resource document about intimate partner violence within LGBT relationships.

RAINN 
LGBTQ+-inclusive antisexual antiviolence organization.

Safer Sex for Trans Bodies
A safer-sex guide guide for trans and gender diverse people.

Sex, Etc.
Sexual and relationship health resources for young people.

Sexual Health for Gay and Bisexual Men 
Safer-sex information for man-loving men.

Sexual Health for Lesbian and Bisexual Women 
Safer-sex information for woman-loving women.

The Center for Non-Violence 
Fort Wayne–based nonprofit providing education, support, and advocacy to end relationship violence and other forms of violence.

The Network/La Red
Survivor-led, social-justice organization working to end relationship violence in LGBTQ+, polyamorous, and SM communities.

The Revolution Starts at Home 
Zine about confronting intimate-partner violence within activist communities.

The Ultimate Guide to LGBTQ+ Dating Safety 
Comprehensive guide to dating safety for LGBTQ+ people.

Trans Teen Survival Guide: Transfeminine Sexual Health 
Resources and education about sexual health for transfeminine people.

Trans Teen Survival Guide: Transmasculine Sexual Health 
Resources and education about sexual health for transmasculine people.

Yes, No, Maybe: A Sexual Inventory Stocklist 
A guide to setting and communicating healthy sex and relationship boundaries for young people.

Local LGBTQ+ Affirming Faith Orgs
Beacon Heights Church of the Brethren
Website

Congregation Achduth Vesholom
Website

First Presbyterian Church
Website

Fort Wayne Baptist Church
Website

Fort Wayne Friends Meeting

Holy Redeemer Catholic Community

New World Church

Peace United Church of Christ
Website

Plymouth Congregational Church of Fort Wayne
Website

Resurrection Lutheran Church
Website

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fort Wayne
Website

Unity of Fort Wayne Spiritual Center 
Website

National and International Organizations
Affirmation
Advocacy group for LGBTQ+ people in the Methodist church.

Affirmation United Methodists for LGBTQ People 
Advocacy group for LGBTQ+ people in the Methodist church.

Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptist Churches
National association of LGBTQ+-affirming Baptist churches.

Axios Eastern and Orthodox LGBT Christians 
Support and community for LGBT people who follow the Orthodox Christian faith tradition.

Brethran Mennonite Council
Advocacy group for LGBTQ+ people in the Mennonite community.

Center for LGBTQ and Gender Studies in Religion
A program of the Pacific School of Education, focused on advancing the well-being of LGBTQ people and transforming faith communities by shaping the public discourse on religion, gender, and sexuality through education, research, community building, and advocacy.

DignityUSA
Advocacy and support organization for LGBTQ+ people in the Catholic church.

Friends for Lesbian, Gay, Transgender, and Queer Concerns
LGBTQ+-inclusive Quaker faith community.

Gay and Lesbian Vaishnava Association
LGBT-inclusive Hindu organization.

Integrity, Inc.
LGBTQ+ inclusive Episcopal organization.

JQ International
Education, advocacy, and support for LGBTQ+ people in Jewish communities.

Keshet
Advocacy group for LGBTQ+ Jewish people.

Kinship International
LGBTQ+ community for current and former Seventh-Day Adventists.

More Light Presbyterians
Advocacy group for LGBTQ+ people in the Presbyterian church.

Muslims for Progressive Values
Advocacy group for human rights, social justice, and inclusion rooted in the Islamic faith tradition.

New Ways Ministry
Catholic advocacy and education organization for LGBTQ+ people.

Reconciling Ministries Network
Methodist social justice advocacy group.

Reconciling Works
Advocacy groups for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Lutheran church.

SoulForce
National organization working to end the political and religious oppression of LGBTQ+ people through nonviolent resistance.