Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Information and Support

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UB is committed to ensuring a welcoming and safe environment for all members of the UB community, including our LGBTQ students, faculty, staff and community members.  The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) can provide you with support, information and assistance. 

On this page:

Campus Resources

  • Reporting mechanisms for bias-related incidents that occur on campus or that involve members of the UB community;
  • A confidential procedure to report discriminatory or harassing acts, including those based on sexual orientation or gender identity;
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  • The  for faculty and staff, and  for students.
  • Discipline specific groups such as  (Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics) and . 

Information for Transgender Students and Employees

  • Gender identity and gender expression are included as part of UB's Discrimination and Harassment Policy.  This provides protection against discrimination and harassment.
  • You can contact EDI confidentially for information and assistance in interfacing with supervisors, colleagues, instructors and classmates.
  • New York State requires health insurance providers within the state to provide . Hormone therapy, primary care and surgical care may be available through the marketplace or .
  • UB has single-user restroom facilities available. 
  • Students can enter a preferred/chosen name into HUB, which will automatically appear on class rosters and in UB Learns.
  • Faculty and Staff can use a preferred/chosen name online form to request a preferred/chosen first name.
  • Contact EDI if you require additional assistance or accommodations.

Reporting Discrimination

If you believe you have been discriminated against or harassed based upon your sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, you can file a report with EDI.  We will consult with you to determine how you would like to proceed.  If you choose to have your concerns investigated, EDI will conduct this investigation through the procedure described in the Discrimination and Harassment policy.