LibGuides: Diversity & Inclusion Resources: LGBTQ+

Books can be found as ebooks via the links provided or as print items in the Paul Meek Library. Most books are located on the 2nd floor, but new books are shelved on the 1st floor. If you have trouble locating a book, please stop by our service desk on the 1st floor for assistance.

Supporting Success for LGBTQ+ Students: Tools for Inclusive Campus Practices by Cindy Ann Kilgo
ISBN: 9781942072331
Publication Date: 2020
Despite increasing visibility and acceptance in some spheres, many LGBTQ+ students continue to experience a negative climate on college campuses, presenting barriers to their academic and personal success. This volume explores the last decade of research on LGBTQ+ college students with an eye toward understanding their needs and the unique conditions related to their college success. Readers will also find examples of inclusive excellence and questions for guiding practice to promote a more inclusive learning environment not only for LGBTQ+ students but for all students on the campus.
The Path to Gay Rights by Jeremiah J. Garretson
Call Number: HQ76.8.U5 G3575 2018
ISBN: 9781479850075
Publication Date: 2018
An innovative, data-driven explanation of how public opinion shifted on LGBTQ rights The Path to Gay Rights is the first social science analysis of how and why the LGBTQ movement achieved its most unexpected victory---transforming gay people from a despised group of social deviants into a minority worthy of rights and protections in the eyes of most Americans.
LGBTQ Youth and Education: Policies and Practices by Cris Mayo
Call Number: LC192.6 .M39 2014
ISBN: 0807754889
Publication Date: 2014
Based on the diverse experiences of LGBTQ students and their allies, this essential volume brings together in one resource the major issues that schools must address to improve the educational outcomes for gender and sexual minority students--as well as all students.
School's Out: Gay and Lesbian Teachers in the Classroom by Catherine Connell
Call Number: LC192.6 .C68 2015
ISBN: 0520278232
Publication Date: 2014
How do gay and lesbian teachers negotiate their professional and sexual identities at work, given that these identities are constructed as mutually exclusive, even as mutually opposed? Using interviews and other ethnographic materials from Texas and California, School's Out explores how teachers struggle to create a classroom persona that balances who they are and what's expected of them in a climate of pervasive homophobia.
Transfeminist Perspectives in and Beyond Transgender and Gender Studies by Anne Enke (Editor); Finn Enke (Editor)
ISBN: 1439907471
Publication Date: 2012
If feminist studies and transgender studies are so intimately connected, why are they not more deeply integrated? Offering multidisciplinary models for this assimilation, the vibrant essays in this book suggest timely and necessary changes for institutions of higher learning.
The Lesbian South by Jaime Harker
ISBN: 9781469643366
Publication Date: 2018
Harker uncovers a largely forgotten literary renaissance in southern letters. Anchored by a constellation of southern women, the Women in Print movement grew from the queer union of women's liberation, civil rights activism, gay liberation, and print culture. Broadly influential from the 1970s through the 1990s, the Women in Print movement created a network of writers, publishers, bookstores, and readers that fostered a remarkable array of literature. Southern lesbian feminists remade southernness as a site of intersectional radicalism, transgressive sexuality, and liberatory space.
Expanding the Rainbow: exploring the relationships of Bi+, polyamorous, kinky, ace, intersex, and trans people by Brandy L. Simula (Editor); J. E. Sumerau (Editor); Andrea Miller (Editor)
Call Number: HQ18.55 .E96 2019
ISBN: 9789004414082
Publication Date: 2019
Expanding the Rainbow is the first comprehensive collection of research on the relationships of people who identify as bi+, poly, kinky, asexual, intersex, and/or trans that is written to be accessible to an undergraduate audience. The volume highlights a diverse range of identities, relationship structures, and understandings of bodies, sexualities, and interpersonal relationships. Collectively, the chapters present a diverse, nuanced, and empirically rich picture of a variety of relationships and identities.
Understanding and Teaching U. S. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender History by Leila J. Rupp (Editor); Susan K. Freeman (Editor)
Call Number: HQ75.16.U6 U53 2014
ISBN: 9780299302443
Publication Date: 2014
Though largely neglected in classrooms, LGBT history can provide both a fuller understanding of U.S. history and contextualization for the modern world. This is the first book designed for university and high school teachers who want to integrate queer history into the standard curriculum. With its inspiring stories, classroom-tested advice, and rich information, it is a valuable resource for anyone who thinks history should be an all-inclusive story.

The databases at the top house several articles and other resources that may be of interest. A selection of specific articles are linked below the databases. Some resources are only available if you're on campus or logged in off campus. If you have trouble accessing any of these articles, you may use the contact information on this guide's Getting Started page for assistance.

Gender Studies Collection (Gale) This link opens in a new window
Gender Studies Collection provides balanced coverage of this significant aspect of culture and society. The database offers access to scholarly journals and magazines covering topics including gender studies, family and marital issues, and more.
Diversity Studies Collection (Gale) This link opens in a new window
This collection explores cultural differences, contributions and influences in our global community. This set includes 150 full-text journals. Coverage begins in 1980. Full text available.
JSTOR This link opens in a new window
JSTOR is a digital library of academic journals, books, and primary sources.
Project MUSE This link opens in a new window
Covers literature and criticism, history, the visual and performing arts, cultural studies, education, political science, gender studies, etc. Contains current full text scholarly journals which cover these fields and a significant collection of recent scholarly books.
Social Science Database (ProQuest) This link opens in a new window
Research covering topics in sociology, social work, anthropology, and politics.

LGBTQ: Research Starters Topic
Resource connecting to related Research Starter topics, literature, history, and health
Expanding the circle: Creating an inclusive environment in higher education for LGBTQ students and studies
Castro, E. L., P.H.D., & Dockendorff, K. J. (2017). "Expanding the circle: Creating an inclusive environment in higher education for LGBTQ students and studies." Review of Higher Education, 40(3), 467-471.
Faculty as Sources of Support for LGBTQ College Students
Linley, J. L., Nguyen, D., Brazelton, G. B., Becker, B., Renn, K., & Woodford, M. (2016). "Faculty as Sources of Support for LGBTQ College Students." College Teaching, 64(2), 55-63.
Implementation of Promising Practices for LGBTQ Inclusion: A Multilevel Process
Theriault, D. (2017). "Implementation of Promising Practices for LGBTQ Inclusion: A Multilevel Process." Journal Of Park & Recreation Administration, 35(3), 123-135.
A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study of Student Athlete Engagement in LGBTQ Ally Actions
Toomey, R. B., McGeorge, C. R., & Carlson, T. S. (2016). "A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study of Student Athlete Engagement in LGBTQ Ally Actions." Journal Of Intercollegiate Sport, 9(2), 247-267.
Gay–Straight Alliances: A Mechanism of Health Risk Reduction Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Adolescents
Lessard, L. M., Puhl, R. M., & Watson, R. J. (2020). Gay–Straight Alliances: A Mechanism of Health Risk Reduction Among Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning Adolescents. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 59(2), 196–203. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.amepre.2020.02.020

The Genderbread Person v3.3
For a longer description about The Genderbread Person v3.3 follow this link to a pdf document put together by Sam Killermann, from itspronouncedmetrosexual.com
Pride Flags
While most of us are familiar with the popular rainbow pride flag, there are several other flags celebrating gender identity, sexuality, and inclusion.
LGBT Rights
Information on rights and current issues from the ACLU
The Safe Zone Project
A free online resource for LGBTQ awareness and inclusion educational work
Gender Revolution: A Journey with Katie Couric
From the Library's Films on Demand collection: Broadcasting legend Katie Couric takes us on a unique journey to discover the dynamics and complexities of gender in our world. Couric crisscrossed the U.S. to talk with scientists, psychologists, surgeons, activists, authors and families to learn more about the role of genetics, brain chemistry and modern culture on gender fluidity. She also speaks with a number of ordinary people who find their bodies and their lives on the front line of a rapidly changing world.
GLAAD - Southern Stories
A project from GLAAD, based on survey data from 2014/2015 about attitudes toward LGBTQ Americans that found more discomfort among Southerners about LGBTQ people in their community.