STI/HIV Testing
The Q Center partners with Seattle’s LGBTQ+ Center (formerly Gay City) to offer free and confidential STI and Insti HIV testing right here on campus. Students are welcome to drop in, ask questions, and take charge of their sexual health in a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment.
Testing will take place May 13th, 11:00 to 3:30 in HUB 315.
No appointment is needed, just stop by! For questions or access needs please contact qcenter@uw.edu with the subject line “testing.”.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit sites.uw.edu. Let's Talk with UW Counseling Center
Let’s Talk is a program that connects UW students both virtually and in person to 1-1 support from experienced mental health counselors from the Counseling Center without an appointment. Let’s Talk offers informal consultation – it is not a substitute for regular therapy, counseling or psychiatric care.
Mental health counselors help students with insight, solutions and information about other resources. Let’s Talk drop-in visits are free, and confidential and no appointment is necessary.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
A-Spec Discussion Group
A-Spec Discussion Group (ASDG) is a space for anyone under the asexual or aromantic umbrella who is seeking community and connection. In these loosely structured sessions, A-Spec folks will have the opportunity to share their experiences, discuss the issues affecting them, and seek support from their peers. Allies and folks exploring A-Spec identity are always welcome!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
For more info visit sites.uw.edu. Gender Discussion Group
This is a group facilitated in partnership with Ingersoll Gender Center for UW students (undergraduate, graduate, and professional) who identify as trans (including, but not limited to, binary trans identities, non-binary trans identities, culturally specific gender identities, demi-gender identities, genderfluid and genderqueer identities, etc.) as well as those who are at any point in their journey of gender self discovery. This loving and supportive space emphasizes community and connection as we process anything and everything gender related. Ask questions, find support, and grow.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
For more info visit sites.uw.edu. Let's Talk with UW Counseling Center
Let’s Talk is a program that connects UW students both virtually and in person to 1-1 support from experienced mental health counselors from the Counseling Center without an appointment. Let’s Talk offers informal consultation – it is not a substitute for regular therapy, counseling or psychiatric care.
Mental health counselors help students with insight, solutions and information about other resources. Let’s Talk drop-in visits are free, and confidential and no appointment is necessary.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Gayme Night
Gayme Night is a fun, welcoming space for queer and allied students to connect, play video and board games, and build community! We meet on Wednesday 4/8, 4/22, 5/6, 5/20 in the Q Center.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit qcenter.washington.edu. Rainbow CIRCLE
It is a discussion group to build community and support international students who are LGBTQ+ and exploring and their allies.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: Schmitz Hall 250. Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit sites.uw.edu. Color Mode - Queer Movie Night
COLORMODE IS A LOW-STRESS SPACE FOR QUEER PEOPLE OF COLOR TO CONNECT AND BE AMONG PEERS. BRING YOUR WORK AND CLASS ASSIGNMENTS, OR UNWIND WITH OUR WEEKLY CREATIVE ACTIVITY.
Questions? Email eowan@uw.edu.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: eowan@uw.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
For more info visit sites.uw.edu. May Memoir Book Club
Registration required. Sign up here.
The Q Center is hosting its very LAST BOOK CLUB of the year—sexual wellness edition! This book club will give us space to explore sex, sexuality, and relationships through books and community. We invite everyone to come exactly as they are and join the conversation. We encourage folks to read the book (or at least read it mostly!) so we can all dive in together.
When you enter space, we will ask for you to review our Community Agreements. Suggestions and conversations on changes are welcome!
When: Tuesday, May 26th, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Q Center - HUB Room 315
Who: You! Please note that this event is only for current UW students.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: qcenterlibraryuw@gmail.com. Event Types: Student Activities.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
For more info visit sites.uw.edu. Let's Talk with UW Counseling Center
Let’s Talk is a program that connects UW students both virtually and in person to 1-1 support from experienced mental health counselors from the Counseling Center without an appointment. Let’s Talk offers informal consultation – it is not a substitute for regular therapy, counseling or psychiatric care.
Mental health counselors help students with insight, solutions and information about other resources. Let’s Talk drop-in visits are free, and confidential and no appointment is necessary.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
A-Spec Discussion Group
A-Spec Discussion Group (ASDG) is a space for anyone under the asexual or aromantic umbrella who is seeking community and connection. In these loosely structured sessions, A-Spec folks will have the opportunity to share their experiences, discuss the issues affecting them, and seek support from their peers. Allies and folks exploring A-Spec identity are always welcome!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
For more info visit sites.uw.edu. Gender Discussion Group
This is a group facilitated in partnership with Ingersoll Gender Center for UW students (undergraduate, graduate, and professional) who identify as trans (including, but not limited to, binary trans identities, non-binary trans identities, culturally specific gender identities, demi-gender identities, genderfluid and genderqueer identities, etc.) as well as those who are at any point in their journey of gender self discovery. This loving and supportive space emphasizes community and connection as we process anything and everything gender related. Ask questions, find support, and grow.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Q Center (HUB 315). Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
For more info visit sites.uw.edu. Lavender Graduation
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: qcenter@uw.edu. Event Types: Ceremonies. Target Audience: Graduates.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
For more info visit sites.uw.edu.