Wednesday, October 21, 2009

LGBT History Month @ the Library




Starting this week, the Library will be featuring in its Contemporary Reading Shelves, National Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered (LGBT) History month, which is celebrated every October in the United States. We feature books that tell the history and biographies of key individuals, including those who have fought for LGBT rights to the present. The Contemporary Reading Shelves are located behind the main desk of the Library. Walk behind the desk to scope the shelves of books to browse and check-out! We also have a smaller display across from the Reference Desk next to the print station. Below are some additional resources.

GLBT History Month: a website that celebrates a notable member of the LGBT community.

There have been a lot of news out there about LGBT rights this month.

US Senate moves to include sexual orientation under hate crime legislation (AP Story)

Obama promises to repeal "Don't Ask, Don't Tell Policy

New bill introduced to restrict Federal funds for states that restrict adoptions based on sexual orientation.

If you have any other stories or resources to add, please comment below!