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Community Space

The Women’s & Gender Center is a bright, vibrant, safe space for Champlain College students to gather, enjoy each other’s company, and learn. The space is also available for club meetings, community events, and more.

Find Your People

Female-identifying, trans, and gender-nonconforming students are sometimes a minority in their fields of study, classes, and/or residence halls. The same can often be said for people who identify as LGBTQ+. The Women’s & Gender Center provides a space for these populations to come together, be themselves, and talk freely with one another.

We offer educational programming that supports students’ success at Champlain College and beyond. You’ll often find WGC staff and student workers hanging out in the space, ready to engage and show you around! We’re also available to help answer questions and provide resources in a safe and supportive environment.

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What to Expect Inside the Space

The space is filled with comfy couches and chairs, perfect for hanging out or getting some work done in good company. Picture: posters and flags portraying messages of LGBTQ+ Pride, Rosie the Riveter, Trans Lives Matter, Black Lives Matter, and more. Puzzles, stuffies, snacks, books and educational pamphlets, stickers, and beyond contribute to making the space feel welcoming and relaxing.

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Host a meeting or event at the WGC!

Our space is truly a community space. Contact us to book the WGC for an upcoming event or meeting. Or, feel free to stop by the Center! We host events and meetings after hours, too.

Interested in learning more about the history of the WGC?

The Women’s & Gender Center officially opened on the first day of classes on August 29, 2016. The opening of this Center came after years of dedication from countless students, faculty, and staff, and marked a new and exciting chapter for Champlain College. The WGC contributes to the college’s commitment to supporting and preserving diversity and inclusion on campus.

Women’s & Gender Center Events

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The Women’s & Gender Center hosts a variety of educational and social events for the Champlain College community and beyond. Every Friday, we host Bagel Fridays, where students can come grab a bagel (or famous rainbow “gaygel”) and be in community together. From the Burlington Pride Parade, to Sexual Health & Wellbeing fairs, to cozy movie nights and empowering painting sessions, we have something for everyone!

Women’s & Gender Center

Location

Skiff Annex, Room 102
163 S Willard Street
Burlington, VT 05401

Office Hours

Monday-Friday
9 AM–5 PM

Contact Us

Additional Resources

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Office of Diversity & Inclusion 

The ODI is a resource for all Champlain students looking to take an active role in creating a safe and inclusive campus.
Part of a Campus Pride display including a Champlain College t-shirt with a rainbow-colored shield, two types of mini pride flags, and two pins.
Women’s & Gender Center Resources 

The WGC has a helpful list of on- and off-campus resources for you.
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Educational Themes 

The Women’s & Gender Center has three focus areas and educational themes: empowerment and leadership development, gender identity and sexual orientation, and sexual violence awareness and prevention.