Gender, Sexuality, & Attraction Initiatives

Undergraduate Queer Studies Symposium

The Inaugural Undergraduate Queer Studies Symposium showcases undergraduate scholarship on LGBTQ+ communities, identities, cultures, histories, & experiences.

Registration is Now Open!

 

Flyer for symposium that includes a collage of inages with text on top and a QR code to register.
Designed by Marcus Jensen '27

Hosted by Oberlin College & Conservatory through a collaborative effort between the Office of Gender, Sexuality, & Attraction Initiatives (GSAI), the Gender, Sexuality, & Feminist Studies Program (GSFS), and the Cemelli-Robertson Committee, this conference brings together students from Oberlin and beyond. The conference is fully funded by the Cemelli-Robertson Lambda Educational Endowed Fund and combines traditional academic presentations with intentional identity-based community building, networking, and interdisciplinary dialogue.

Registration is now open for the Inaugural Undergraduate Queer Studies Symposium (Theme: Queer in These Times)!

Registration Deadline: Friday, February 19, 2027.

Cost: Registration is FREE and includes full access to all presentation blocks, keynotes, and scheduled meal services (breakfast, lunch, and closing dinner reception).

Travel & Lodging: Attendees are responsible for arranging and funding their own transportation and overnight accommodations. A discounted rate of $215 + tax is available for conference attendees at The Hotel @ Oberlin.

Accessibility & Ramadan Accommodations: We are committed to hosting an inclusive and accessible event. Please indicate any physical accessibility needs, dietary restrictions/allergies, or Ramadan accommodations (such as Halal meal options, boxed meals to-go, or dedicated prayer space access) when you register for the conference.

Questions? Contact NiK Peavy (npeavy@oberlin.edu) or KJ Cerankowski (kj.cerankowski@oberlin.edu).

TimeActivity
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.Registration & Breakfast
10:30 - 11:00 a.m.Welcome & Opening Remarks
11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Breakout Session Block #1
12:30 - 2:00 p.m.Keynote & Lunch
2:30 - 3:45 p.m.Breakout Session Block #2
4 - 5:15 p.m.Breakout Session Block #3
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.Dinner & Shared Identity Social Hours
7 - 8:30 p.m.Activities & Outings