LGBTQ+ Resources at NDSCS

Nondiscrimination Statement
NDSCS has a commitment to serve all students, including those from diverse backgrounds.
NDSCS has a responsibility to produce an inclusive learning environment, free from harassment where all learners can succeed.

What it means to be LGBTQ+

L – Lesbian: Female identifying person who is attracted to women
G – Gay: Male-identifying person who is attracted to men
B – Bisexual: A person who is attracted to both men and women
T – Transgender: A person whose sense of identity and gender does not match their sex assigned at birth
Q – Queer: Relates to sexual and gender identity but does not correspond within a singular title
+ – Plus: Including anyone who isn’t questioning their sexuality or gender identity, but does not fall under these categories (pansexual, asexual, intersex, nonbinary)

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Resources at NDSCS

Student Wellness

Personal Counselor
- Counseling is a process by which you and your counselor work together to better understand your thoughts, feelings and options. Even though you may believe that your problems are "not bad enough" or you may know someone else who has it worse, don't wait to seek help while the problem gets bigger. Seeking help early during a stressful time is important. Services provided are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL.
Substance Use Prevention
- College allows students to have new experiences, make connections, and forge different paths. Our office can assist students with making healthy decisions regarding substance use. Services are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL.
- You can contact Bethany Mauch, the Wellness Coordinator, at 701-671-2124 or by emailing Bethany.Mauch@ndscs.edu
- You can schedule an appointment to meet with them online
Student Health Services
- Student Health Services is committed to the promotion of holistic health through education, prevention and treatment. All services provided by a Registered Nurse and are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL.
Student Accessibility
- Accessibility Services provides equal access and opportunity to all academic programs and campus activities for students with disabilities.
- You can contact Dana Kasowski, Student Accessibility Coordinator, at 701-671-2623, Old Main 230A or by emailing Dana.Kasowski@ndscs.edu.
- You can schedule an appointment to meet with them online here.

LGBTQ+ Dorm Housing Assistance

The Residential Life Department is committed to providing safe, inclusive and vibrant living environments for all students who live on campus. As part of this commitment, Residential Life works to find the best suitable living arrangement available for LGBTQIA students based on their needs. NDSCS has a variety of living options, such as private rooms with private bathroom, single rooms and mixed gender halls and floors. Click here for information on the room rates for each room type.
Residential Life responds to prospective and current student housing needs on a case-by-case basis. Given the importance Residential Life places on creating inclusive living spaces for all residents, in many cases we are able to work to identify spaces that meet the needs of our students. As with any student who applies for on-campus housing, we cannot guarantee that all preferences will be met. Please keep in mind, the earlier the questions or issues that you raise, the more flexibility Residential Life will have in assisting you with exploring different housing options. We encourage you to begin the discussion when you submit your housing and dining application.
You know best what you need or desire in a campus living environment. We are happy to help you explore those needs within the housing options we have to offer.
If you are interested in speaking about housing options, please contact the Residential Life Office by calling 701.671.2224, or sending an email to NDSCS.ResidenceLife@ndscs.edu.

Gender Inclusive Restrooms

Gender-inclusive restrooms are defined as single-stall restrooms with a locking door. These restrooms are available for anyone regardless of gender identity/expression.

SafeZone Logo

SafeZone logos on the map designate buildings with a safe and gender-inclusive restroom.

Gender Neutral Bathroom Map

Old Main (1)
- Two gender-inclusive restrooms are on the 1st floor outside the student success center. Two gender-inclusive restrooms are located on the basement “zero” level.
- One gender-inclusive restroom is on the 4th floor.
Hektner Student Center (2)
- Two gender-inclusive restrooms are on the 2nd floor of the Student Center near the Wildcat Dining Room.
Forkner Hall (7)
- The gender-inclusive restroom is on the 1st floor near the trash room.
Riley Hall (8)
- The gender-inclusive restroom is on the 1st floor.
Norgaard Hall (24)
- The gender-inclusive restroom is on the 1st floor.
Robertson Hall (25)
- The gender-inclusive restroom is on the 1st floor by the trash room.
NDSCS-Fargo
- The gender-inclusive restroom is located in the NE hallway of the building past the Biology Lab.

Safe Zone

Level 1 – Advocating for LGBTQ+ Students
- The goal of this introductory training session is to provide basic information about sexual orientation, especially as it relates to NDSCS students, faculty, and staff. Topics addressed include an overview of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, plus (LGBTQ+) community, relevant topics, and terminology. Participants in this training session will be given explicit steps on what they can do to help advocate and support members of the LGBTQ+ community, both in generalized methods and through accessing resources specific to NDSCS.
Level 2 – Understanding Gender Identity
- This training session is designed as a continuation of Level 1; it builds on the previous information but focuses on identity as it relates to gender. Gender identity can encompass many different internal and external elements: sex assigned at birth, gender expression, and gender attribution. Participants in this training session will engage in discussions around the use of gendered language, making conscious efforts to use inclusive language, relevant terminology, and the explicit steps they can do to help advocate for students, staff, and faculty at NDSCS.
Ally/Advocate
- Ally - a passive role, you support the person/group but do not do anything that is actionable (being aware of bias)
- Advocate - an active role, you support the person/group AND make your support public (confronting bias)
Resources
- Glossary of Terms

Be an Upstander

Upstander Training aims to empower NDSCS employees and students to speak up when witnessing oppressive behaviors. This training provides the resources and tools needed to address difficult situations with students, colleagues, and classmates along with an explanation of reporting options for these incidents.

NDSCS Strong – Suicide Awareness

Student Concerns & Comments

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Team

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Team
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