Mizzou Pride Month

Celebrate Pride at Mizzou

Each April, the Mizzou community recognizes Mizzou Pride Month, an opportunity for students to connect with and celebrate their authentic selves. Explore this month’s events to deepen your understanding of LGBTQ experiences past, present and future.

We are committed to ensuring our events are accessible and barrier-free. Email us one week prior to the event if you anticipate barriers to your participation.

6-8 p.m. | April 10 | 1020 Lowry Mall, Lower Level of Ellis Library

"This is What PRIDE Looks Like" Exhibit Reception

Discover what Pride means to the campus and LGBTQ community through a compelling exhibition and inspiring lecture from faculty member, from Assistant Professor for Women’s & Gender Studies, Emmett Harsin Drager, Ph.D.

Hosted by MU Libraries, MU Museum of Anthropology and LGBTQ Resource Center.

Students at Museum of Anthropology exhibit.

4-6 p.m. | April 16 | LGBTQ Resource Center

Crafting Community Care: A Zine-Making Workshop

Discover the impact and history of zines in the LGBTQ community and enjoy a hands-on zine-making workshop.

Hosted by LGBTQ Resource Center and Counseling Center.

Student at LGBTQ Center event.

More Events

Pride Month Kick-Off: Cupcakes and Calendars

Come grab a cupcake or fruit cup, take home free LGBTQ Center swag and learn more about ways to celebrate Mizzou Pride Month!

Noon-1 p.m. | April 1 | MU Student Center Info table 1

Hosted by LGBTQ Resource Center and Queer Liberation Front.

Mizzou Pride Month Book Display

Learn more about the history and culture of the LGBTQ community through a specially curated book selection.

April 1-30 | Ellis Library

Hosted by MU Libraries and LGBTQ Resource Center.

Video Game Fridays

Level up your Friday afternoons with epic Nintendo Switch competitions! Stop in for Mario Kart, Smash Bros, Jackbox Party Pack games and more.

3-5 p.m. | Every Friday | LGBTQ Resource Center

Hosted by LGBTQ Resource Center.

Tie-Dye with Pride

Kick off Mizzou Pride Month with a free, tie-dyed t-shirt! Make new friends, get creative and showcase your pride.

1-3 p.m. | April 4 | Kuhlman Court

Hosted by LGBTQ Resource Center and Queer Liberation Front.

Coffee Tuesday

Join us at the Women’s Center for a special Coffee Tuesday! Get connected to colleagues and friends, campus resources and new opportunities while celebrating Mizzou Pride Month.

8:30-10 a.m. | April 8 | Women's Center

Hosted by MIZ-OUT, LGBTQ Resource Center and Women's Center.

Design Your Own Sand Art

Express your creativity with a hand-made sand art piece and finish the semester strong with motivational stickers.

4-6 p.m. | April 17 | Triangle Space-MU Student Center

Hosted by Campus Activities Programming Board.

Rainbow Road: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Creativity in Video Games

Immerse yourself in an interactive experience that showcases the depth and diversity of LGBTQ narratives in gaming.

2-5 p.m. | April 18 | Information Experience Lab - Room 119 Townsend Hall

Hosted by Information Experience Lab and LGBTQ Resource Center.

Book Discussion: In the Dream House

Discuss Carmen Maria Machado’s impactful memoir, In the Dream House, an exploration of the cultural and historical context surrounding an abusive, same-sex relationship through innovative narrative tropes.

3-4 p.m. | April 21 | The Bridge- 220 Townsend Hall

Hosted by College of Education and Human Development.

Movie Discussion: Will & Harper

Discuss the power of friendship in embracing identity and change through Will & Harper. This film follows Will Ferrell and friend Harper Steele as they embark on a cross-country journey and deepen their connection through exploring Harper’s experience as a transgender woman.

3-4 p.m. | April 22 | The Bridge- 220 Townsend Hall

Hosted by College of Education and Human Development.

Sing Who You Are

Tune in to the influence of LGBTQ artists across the globe. Add songs to a collaborative playlist of international LGBTQ artists, learn more about LGBTQ representation in global music and take the stage with karaoke!

3-5 p.m. | April 29 | Multicultural Center

Hosted by LGBTQ Resource Center and Multicultural Center.