PRIDE is the student organization at Texas Woman's University for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered students and straight allies. Founded in 2000 by Dr. Carmen Cruz (Advisor) and Amber Deane (undergraduate student at the time), it has been an important presence on campus throughout the years. In 2006 PRIDE received the TWU Outstanding Student Organization Award.

Mission Statement:

PRIDE is dedicated to promoting affirmation, providing social support and a sense of community for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered students, and enhancing awareness about sexual minorities. By joining PRIDE and actively engaging in group activities, LGBT students and allies will find a supportive network to enhance the college experience at TWU.

Membership:

Members: Payment of annual dues of $10.00
Officers: Enrolled TWU student, Payment of annual dues of $10.00

Upcoming Events:

April 20, 2009 - Showing the movie "Milk" at 7:00 p.m. in the Stark TV lounge
April 22, 2009 - PRIDE will be in the Golf Cart Parade
April 23, 2009 - Gay Educational Twister in Jones Lobby at 7:00 p.m.
April 27, 2009 - Transgender panel at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Union (room to be announced)
April 28, 2009 - Live Gay Acts, Hubbard Amphitheater, 12:20-2:00 p.m.
April 29, 2009 - PRIDE Fest in the Student Union's top floor from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  There will be prizes, games, live music, and educational tid-bits thrown in with the fun.

Contact:

twu_pride@hotmail.com

We have a facebook page. The link is http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1051328749

The contents of this web page are the sole responsibility of Pride and its contributors, and do not necessarily represent the official statements, opinions or policies of Texas Woman's University. The administrator of this web page is Pride, who may be contacted at twu_pride@hotmail.com. Unofficial information may be posted and maintained by TWU faculty, staff and student groups or individuals. TWU does not accept any responsibility or liability for any information contained on these pages. Information of any type should be verified by direct contact with appropriate University officials for accuracy and timeliness.