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Purpose:
Unlike more visible under-represented groups, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and
transgender persons cannot be readily identified. Likewise, there is no easy method of
identifying persons supportive of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender issues. The
Network provides a way for supportive persons within the University community
to prominently identify themselves.
About the Symbol:
The Network symbol, as shown to the right on this page, was developed by
Chrysty Laske, a Penn State undergraduate majoring in Graphic Design. The
Network symbol is based on the rainbow flag, which has become a symbol
representing acceptance of the diversity within our entire society, as
well as the more specific lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities.
Network Goal:
The goal of this program is to provide a more hospitable environment for
lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons by establishing an identifiable network
of persons who can provide support, information, and a safe haven to
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender persons within the University.
Network Objectives:
- To identify and mobilize a network of people empathetic and knowledgeable about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues and concerns.
- To provide evidence of that support by displaying a sign as a visible symbol.
- To reduce the fear of reprisal and discrimination of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons within the Penn State community
Network members are:
- Faculty, staff, administrators, students
- Heterosexual, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender
- Informed about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender resources
- Respectful of confidentiality
- Supportive of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues and concerns
Network members are given an identifying symbol as depicted in this web page. This symbol is displayed on stickers, buttons, and signs. A list of Network members may be obtained by calling (814) 863-7696.
How do I become a member of the Network?
Office of the Vice Provost
for Educational Equity
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to the policy
that all persons shall have equal access to programs, facilities, admission,
and employment without regard to personal characteristics not related to
ability, performance, or qualifications as determined by University policy or
by state or federal authorities. The Pennsylvania State University does not
discriminate against any person because of age, ancestry, color, disability
or handicap, national origin, race, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation,
or veteran status. Direct all inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination
policy to the Affirmative Action Director, The Pennsylvania State University,
201 Willard Building, University Park, PA 16802-2801; tel. (814) 863-0471;
TDD (814) 865-3175.
Participants of the Network are selected by the Commission on Lesbian,
Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Equity based on an application and selection process. If you are interested in participating as a member of the Network,
click here for an online application. Or, you can contact the Commission on Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual and Transgender Equity:
Additional information on Lesbian,
Gay, Bisexual and Transgender resources is available.
311 Grange Building
University Park, PA 16802
863-7696
Statement of Non-discrimination:
This publication is available in alternative media upon request.