Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Ally League (GLoBAL)

Active in 2012-2013

Type of Organization:  Cultural
Organization Email:  global@winthrop.edu 
Meeting Location:  Kinard 315
Meeting Days:  Every Wednesday
Meeting Times:  8 PM
Purpose of Organization:  We, the members of GLoBAL, associate ourselves to create a safe, supportive environment at Winthrop University for members of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender community and its allies, and do this by using education and awareness as integral components.
Description of Organization:  GLoBAL is a progressive group on Winthrop's campus that works to break barriers and fight for equality. GLoBAL educates faculty, staff, and students on Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender (GLBT) issues through our Safe Zones program in order to create an environment that is accepting and understanding. The student group holds social events, is politically active, and works to collaborate its efforts with other organizations on campus. GLoBAL is open to Winthrop University students, faculty, staff, adminstrators and guests who support and promote our purpose.
Planned Projects/Events:  Upstate Pride (September 22nd), National Coming Out Day (October 9th), Halloween Party (October 31st), World AIDS Day (December 1st), DRAG WU, Second Chance Prom, as well as various fundraisers and events that we cosponsor.
Primary Contact:  Tayla Johnson
Primary Email: johnsont51@winthrop.edu
Advisor Contact:  Victoria P. Evans    
Advisor Email: evansv@winthrop.edu
Advisor Phone:  (803)-323-2543