Elizabethtown College will celebrate Etown Does Pride and recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) during the remainder of March and throughout April. Programming will honor the resilience and contributions of LGBTQ+ communities, while uniting survivors and advocates in the shared commitment to end sexual assault, abuse, and harassment. 

While Pride Month is celebrated nationally in June, Etown is celebrating its Pride Month events before the majority of students leave campus for the summer to best celebrate together.

All members of the Etown community are welcome to participate in this commemorative month that fosters education, healing, and solidarity. Programming for Etown Does Pride and SAAM Month is offered through Etown’s Institute for Engagement, Mission and Impact, highlighting the work of student leaders, intercultural clubs, and campus partners.

View upcoming events below:

Crafts & Conversation | Thursday, March 26, at 3:30 p.m. | BSC Bird Cage

Celebrate self-expression and inclusive performance culture with a conversation on drag and burlesque etiquette. Join us as we paint vibrant pride rocks and explore the history, artistry, and respect rooted in queer performance traditions.

Campus Queens Drag Show | Friday, March 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. | The KAV

Celebrate five years of fierce artistry, radical joy, and unapologetic expression at Etown’s annual spring drag show! This milestone event honors the legacy of LGBTQ+ creativity and resilience on campus, showcasing performances that uplift community, identity, and liberation through art.

Stand Proud: Consent, Community, and Celebration | Monday, April 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. | BSC Patio & Concourse

Begin the month with a powerful joint kickoff honoring Sexual Assault Awareness and LGBTQ+ Pride. The event features tabling, resource sharing, community art, and Pride narratives from current students. Join us as we center solidarity with survivors and celebrate the voices of our LGBTQ+ community. In partnership with the student club, Gender-Sexuality Alliance (GSA), student reflections on what Pride means will anchor this shared commitment to dignity, healing, and joy.

Crafts & Conversation | Thursday, April 9, at 3:30 p.m. | BSC Bird Cage

As anime and comic convention season kicks off, we’ll explore how themes of consent, queerness, and power dynamics show up in cartoons and graphic novels. This session invites reflection on how media can challenge – or reinforce – harmful narratives, especially within LGBTQ+ storytelling.

Pride Line Dancing, Presented by the Boot Scootin’ Jays | Tuesday, April 14, from 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursday, April 16, from 4 to 6 p.m. | The Jay Lounge

Join the Boot Scootin’ Jay for beginner-friendly line dances to music by LGBTQ+ artists. Bring a friend and have some fun!

Crafts & Conversation | Thursday, April 16, at 3:30 p.m. | BSC Bird Cage

In part two of our series, we deepen the conversation on how graphic novels and animated media portray consent, queerness, and agency – particularly during Comic Con season. Through guided dialogue and collaborative art, we’ll reflect on the power of storytelling in shaping cultural narratives around identity and respect.

Embracing Excellence End of the Year Celebration | Friday, April 17, at 6 p.m. | Susquehanna Room, Myer Hall

Join the Center for Community and Civic Engagement (CCCE); the Center for Global Understanding and Peacebuilding (CGUP); International Student Services; and the Office of Student Opportunity, Access, and Engagement as we honor our graduating seniors with a joyful evening of community, dinner, and recognition. Let’s celebrate the accomplishments, resilience, and journeys of our remarkable students as they prepare for their next chapter.

Ujima Dialogue | Monday, April 20, at 4:30 p.m. | McCormick Classroom, High Library 

This Ujima session explores themes of healing, visibility, and solidarity. We ask how communities care for survivors, uplift LGBTQ+ voices, and hold space for accountability.

End of Year Celebration with Ubuntu Mentors | Friday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Mosaic House 

Celebrate the conclusion of the academic year with fun, music, and connection at the Mosaic House. Recognize the leadership and contributions of our Ubuntu Mentors and student leaders.