Cantu GLBTI Resource Center

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  • Trans & Queer Fall Mixer

    Porter/Kresge Dining Hall 411 Porter-Kresge Rd, Santa Cruz, CA

    The Trans & Queer Fall Mixer is UCSC’s annual welcome event for new and returning students. Join us to learn more about the Lionel Cantú Queer Resource Center and to […]

  • Pokémon Makers Market

    Porter College Quad

    Catch the Pokémon Makers’ Market at Porter Quad! Shop student vendors, enjoy performances, join a cosplay contest, trade Pokémon cards, and compete in tournaments. Celebrate creativity and community with food, […]

  • Día de los Muertos Ceremonia

    Día de los Muertos Ceremonia

    When: Sunday, November 2, 2025 Where: Quarry Amphitheater, UC Santa Cruz, 1156 High Street, CA 95064 Time: 5:30-7:30pm, doors open at 4:00pm El Centro and the Quarry Amphitheater present Día de los Muertos Ceremonia. A space to collectively honor and celebrate the lives of our loved ones. Join us for a night of danza, prayer, […]

    FREE

  • Trans Day of Remembrance Vigil: The Sound of Holding On

    Resource Center for Nonviolence 612 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA

    A healing evening featuring trans/nonbinary artists, dancers, and musicians to honor the trans and nonbinary lives lost to violence in the last 12 months—short reception to follow. Allies welcome. Attendees encouraged to contribute to the altar dedicated to trans lives. RSVP in advance. You Belong Here: The programs and services described here are open to […]

  • Rainbowsgiving

    Cantu Queer Center Crown Lane, Santa Cruz, CA

    The Cantu Queer Center is excited to host our 4th annual Rainbowsgiving, a community meal for folks who would like an alternative and inclusive gathering for Thanksgiving / 4th Thursday in November.   Our hope is to provide a space for folks to connect with others in an affirming, celebratory gathering in which they can be who […]

  • Movie Night: “And the Band Played On,” honoring AIDS Awareness Month

    Cantu Queer Center Crown Lane, Santa Cruz, CA

    Need a break from studying for finals? Want some free pizza? Interested in learning about the history of HIV/AIDS here in the USA? Look no further! UCSC’s Global and Community Health Program, Student Health Outreach & Promotion (SHOP) and the Cantu Queer Center are partnering to screen, “And The Band Played On” by Roger Spottiswoode at the Cantu Queer Center on December 4th from 7pm-10pm. […]

  • Canceled Two Spirit Luncheon

    College Nine and John R. Lewis Dining Hall

    The American Indian Resource Center and Lionel Cantú Queer Center present: Two Spirit Luncheon! Join us on February 4th, 2026  from 12:00PM to 2:00PM at the Alumni Room in College 9 / John R. Lewis for a presentation and interactive luncheon celebrating, affirming, and raising awareness about Two Spirit identities. Lunch will be served – […]

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    A Sacred Witnessing: A Trans Day of Euphoria Event

    Diversity Center 1117 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

    Join the Cantu Queer Center and the Diversity Center for an intergenerational Trans Day of Visibility gathering rooted in euphoria, joy, and sacred witnessing. Trans, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, and gender-expansive people of all ages are invited to share their stories, create art, and witness each other’s full humanity in a moment of dangerous hypervisibility and harm […]

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    Beyond Men & Masculinity: Film Screening & Conversation

    Namaste Lounge 615 College Nine Road, Santa Cruz, CA

    As part of Sexual Assault Awareness & Action Month (SAAM), join CARE & The Cantú for dinner and a screening of Beyond Men & Masculinity. After the film, we’ll have […]

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    Queer Connections: Latine and Queer

    Queer Connections
    Lionel Cantú Queer Center Crown Lane, Santa Cruz, CA

    CAPS & Cantú Collaboration: Queer Connections. Join us at the Lionel Cantú Queer Center for conversations facilitated by CAPS Providers. Latine and Queer: Exploring the intersection of Queer and Latine/x identities and addressing emotional well-being in college. Join us for a reflective space to connect, share and celebrate navigating multiple identities! You Belong Here: The […]

  • 4th Annual Mother Earth Drag Extravaganza

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    Seymour Marine Discovery Center 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA

    Get ready to slay and celebrate nature’s fierce beauty at the Mother Earth Drag Extravaganza! A student drag show and queer prom! You won’t want to miss the 4th Annual Mother Earth Drag Extravaganza. ABOUT Mother Earth is inherently queer. Come celebrate nature with performances from student drag artists, tabling from queer groups as well […]

    Free
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    Queer Connections: Healthy Relationships

    Queer Connections
    Lionel Cantú Queer Center Crown Lane, Santa Cruz, CA

    CAPS & Cantú Collaboration: Queer Connections. Join us at the Lionel Cantú Queer Center for conversations facilitated by CAPS Providers. Healthy Relationships: Come talk about building healthy relationships of all kinds. Discuss boundaries, healthy communication, dispel heteronormative relationship myths, and craft with queers! You Belong Here: The programs and services described here are open to […]

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    Queer Connections: Q/T Grad Students

    Queer Connections
    Lionel Cantú Queer Center Crown Lane, Santa Cruz, CA

    CAPS & Cantú Collaboration: Queer Connections. Join us at the Lionel Cantú Queer Center for conversations facilitated by CAPS Providers. Q/T Grad Students: Graduate students are welcome to join us at the Cantú to craft while in community. We will provide a safe space on campus to connect, share and reflect together! Come be in community […]

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    STEM Culture Festival

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    Jack Baskin Engineering Baskin Engineering 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA

    The STEM Culture Festival is returning to UC Santa Cruz on Friday, May 15 from 1-4pm in the Baskin Engineering Courtyard. Join us! This year, we’re expanding with even more performances, activities, and creative ways to celebrate UCSC’s vibrant, diverse, and excellent STEM culture!  What to expect: Cuban Dance Master Susana Arenas and her troupe […]

  • Illustration of a swimming pool with various colorful floats, including a donut, a pineapple, and a swan, with the text "Queer Pool Party 2026" centered in the middle.

    Cantú Pool Party at East Field House

    East Field House East Field House, Santa Cruz, CA

    The 4th Annual Cantú & Athletics Pool Party! Come celebrate our 4th annual pool party hosted by the Cantú Queer Center and the Athletics and Recreation Department on May 16 from noon–4 p.m.! This event is all about building community and creating a welcoming, low-stress day for everyone. It’s a perfect chance to relax, meet […]

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    Queer Joy Crafting Time (Communi-tea)

    Cantu Queer Center Crown Lane, Santa Cruz, CA

    Drop by the Cantú Cabin to be in community with SHOP and talk about queer joy. Crafting supplies provided. Come for the raffle prize, stay for the community! This event is supported by Student Health Services for Mental Health Awareness Month. You are invited to engage in a variety of campus-wide activities focused on mental […]

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    Queer Connections: ARO/ACE

    Queer Connections
    Lionel Cantú Queer Center Crown Lane, Santa Cruz, CA

    CAPS & Cantú Collaboration: Queer Connections. Join us at the Lionel Cantú Queer Center for conversations facilitated by CAPS Providers. ARO/ACE: This is a workshop and art-based activity group focusing on asexual and aromantic identities. Information will be provided about the broad spectrum of asexuality and you will be given the change to express your […]

  • Lavender Graduation Celebration with three images featuring students wearing Lavender Graduation sashes and an image of the UCSC Sammy Slug Mascot

    Lavender Graduation Celebration

    Colleges Nine and John R. Lewis College Multi-purpose Room 615 College Nine Road, Santa Cruz, CA

    For over 20 years, The Lionel Cantú Queer Resource Center has proudly honored the accomplishments of graduating students at UCSC.  At the annual Lavender Graduation Celebration, graduates of all academic levels and programs are celebrated in a uniquely queer way. Graduating students receive a lavender or rainbow stole in addition to enjoying refreshments, music, and […]

  • The bold, navy blue text "Queer Connections" is displayed over a light cream, textured background accented with delicate pink and yellow floral illustrations.

    Queer Connections: Reflective Art

    Queer Connections
    Lionel Cantú Queer Center Crown Lane, Santa Cruz, CA

    CAPS & Cantú Collaboration: Queer Connections. Join us at the Lionel Cantú Queer Center for conversations facilitated by CAPS Providers. Reflective Art: Discover your strengths through art while reflecting on the people, resources, and community that uplift you. Through creative expression, you’re invited to share, listen, or simply reflect—connecting with others in whatever way feels […]