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Pride at Linfield University

Building an inclusive community

Linfield University is proud to welcome students from across the LGBTQ spectrum. From campus-wide policies to inclusive training for faculty, we are committed to ensuring that you have an exceptional learning experience.


According to the National Campus Pride Index, Linfield’s 2022 LGBTQ-friendly campus rating is 3 out of 5 stars.

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Student campus resources

From locating gender-neutral bathrooms on campus, finding a comfortable living space, connecting with peers and allies and seeking guidance on how to change your name, this page will point you in the right direction.

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Pronouns matter

Pronouns are an essential part of how people identify. All members of the Linfield community are expected to engage respectfully with others. This means that every student, faculty and staff member has the right to be referred to using the name and pronoun of their choosing.

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Employee resources

You too have a community of peers and allies at Linfield. Join a group, become a mentor or connect with others on both campuses in a safe and supportive environment.

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Celebrating pride on campus

Annual events

Pride Week at Linfield is organized by our student pride clubs each academic year. It provides the opportunity to celebrate our LGBTQ community through fun and educational events and activities. Our community members on both campuses are encouraged to wear coordinating colors of the rainbow in solidarity. We also raise awareness on Trans Day of Visibility and Trans Day of Remembrance acknowledging that there's still a lot of work to do to support the world's trans community.

Voices of Linfield

LGBTQ community stories

The word "Pride" spelled out in rainbow-colored balloons.
LUP members sitting around a table talking and sharing a meal together.
The word "Pride" spelled out in rainbow-colored balloons.
Giving Thanks to our Pride Community
Linfield United in Pride (LUP), Linfield University's queer student union, held its first-ever Friendsgiving for Linfield’s pride community ahead of the 2022 Thanksgiving Break.
A view of the top of Pioneer Hall through colorful fall leaves on trees in the Oak Grove
Trystan speaking behind a podium during the faculty resilience training session at Linfield
A view of the top of Pioneer Hall through colorful fall leaves on trees in the Oak Grove
Toward a More Inclusive Linfield
LGBTQ+ educator Trystan Reese's work at Linfield is part of an ongoing commitment to making Linfield University a place where all students, faculty and staff feel welcomed, seen and supported.
The word "Pride" spelled out in rainbow-colored balloons.
LUP members sitting around a table talking and sharing a meal together.
The word "Pride" spelled out in rainbow-colored balloons.
Giving Thanks to our Pride Community
Linfield United in Pride (LUP), Linfield University's queer student union, held its first-ever Friendsgiving for Linfield’s pride community ahead of the 2022 Thanksgiving Break.
A view of the top of Pioneer Hall through colorful fall leaves on trees in the Oak Grove
Trystan speaking behind a podium during the faculty resilience training session at Linfield
A view of the top of Pioneer Hall through colorful fall leaves on trees in the Oak Grove
Toward a More Inclusive Linfield
LGBTQ+ educator Trystan Reese's work at Linfield is part of an ongoing commitment to making Linfield University a place where all students, faculty and staff feel welcomed, seen and supported.

Non-discrimination and equal opportunity

Linfield University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status or membership in any other protected classification in its educational programs, admission, activities or employment policies. In addition, Linfield University does not discriminate in its educational and activities programs, or in admissions or access as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1954, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 and their implementing regulations.

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