Past Events


Sex Week: Sex and Gender Considerations in Health Research

MSC 482

In June 2006, CIHR began asking funding applicants to include sex and gender considerations into their research. We are now more than a decade past, and most information that clinicians use to diagnose, treat, and prevent disease in women is still based upon male cell lines, male model organisms and men. Despite gains over the […]

Sex Week: Anti-Valentine’s Day Cake Decorating

Last Defense Lounge 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Stop by to decorate and smash some cakes to celebrate Anti-Valentine's Day! Refreshments will be provided.

Sex Week: Trans 101 Panel

Q Centre 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

A Panel discussion with 3 trans students and a moderator surrounding basic trans terminology and respect, followed by their experiences as trans people on the University of Calgary campus. Drop-in event.

Sex Week: De-stigmatizing Sex Work

That Empty Space: TES

Using photography and art, 15 sex workers (the artists) in Newfoundland and Labrador, share their experiences in five areas: The Industry, Healthcare, Law, Supports, and Basic Needs. Their compelling stories are told through photography, graphic illustration (comics), and artistic drawings. The artists show what's working while illustrating the issues they face, and providing solutions. The […]

Sex Week: Sexual Intimacy in Scriptures

MSC 487, FSC 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Ever wondered what the different faiths say about sexual intimacy? Sexual Intimacy in Scriptures will follow the scriptural reasoning approach to interfaith dialogue. Each faith community represented will pick a short passage from their scripture surrounding the topic of sexual intimacy. Each passage is read out loud and given a bit of context. Then participants […]

Sex Week Speaker Event: a conversation with Martin Boyce

MacEwan Ballroom

We will be having a conversation with Martin Boyce, a prominent LGBTQ activist, and one of the last surviving members from the Stonewall riots. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-conversation-with-stonewall-riot-activist-martin-boyce-tickets-515108783237

Sex Week: Queer Tea Time *TIME CHANGE*

MSC 487, FSC 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join the Faith and Spirituality Centre’s student team for a conversation about the experiences of being queer and growing up within various faith communities. We will talk about navigating those identities, the challenges of staying or leaving the faith community and how we can move forward. Drop in anytime - stay for a bit, stay […]

Sex Week: Queer and… speaker series: Mental health

Virtual Space, Online

Queer and… is a collection of human experiences. Join us in a discussion amplifying personal stories regarding intersectionality between being part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community and living out and proud in the world. Zoom Meeting Information: Join Zoom Meeting https://ucalgary.zoom.us/j/99253969208?pwd=d3hWdUMrNkJHbGNmRTkveDFCZTNNUT09 Meeting ID: 992 5396 9208 Passcode: LGBT! One tap mobile +17789072071,,99253969208#,,,,*542441# Canada +17806660144,,99253969208#,,,,*542441# Canada Dial by your location +1 778 […]