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The rainbow university Advice on creating a higher education system in which LGBTQ+ students, staff and faculty can thrive
Despite the huge progress that has been made towards greater inclusivity of gender and sexual orientation, being LGBTQ+ and "out" in higher education is still difficult. This collection of resources looks at what steps can be taken, on an institutional and individual level, to ensure LGBTQ+ scholars, students and staff can flourish, whether in the classroom, research lab or while simply relaxing on campus. From the use of pronouns and inclusive language to wearing of rainbow lanyards and active allyship, even seemingly subtle changes can make a big difference.
Copyright © 2025 THE - Times Higher Education. All rights reserved. Small steps that make a big difference to LGBTQ + inclusivity
A guide to boosting LGBTQ + inclusivity in higher education , by Eleanor M . Townsend
Making LGBTQ + individuals feel safe , valued and empowered on …
Gender - inclusive housing , research opportunities and informed mental health support are among the ways universities can …
Intersectionality and why in 2022 inclusion must allow for multiple identities
University diversity policies must include intersectionality , and now is the time make it happen . Paul Harpur , Dino Willox and Brooke …
Steps to promote LGBTQ + students ’ well - being on campus
What can universities do to promote greater LGBTQ + student well - being and positive academic outcomes ? Kristen A . Renn …
Ways to improve the equitable inclusion of LGBTQ + people in research and higher education
A summary of actions universities and research bodies should take to create truly equitable , inclusive environments for LGBTQ + staff and students
Work ‘ with ’ not ‘ on ’ : making social research more inclusive for LGBT + people
How to develop inclusive social research practices that involve carrying out work ‘ with ’ LGBT + participants , rather than ‘ on ’ them , by Paul Willis
How can we make LGBTQ + students feel welcome through our teaching ?
Practise inclusivity , speak out against harmful behaviour in your classroom and , most importantly , continue to learn , says …
Managing excluding behaviour and bigotry in the classroom
A reflective tool to help university teachers manage inappropriate or offensive behaviour in the classroom , presented by Donna …
Five simple ways to make your classroom more LGBTIQ + friendly
From encouraging the use of pronouns for all to utilising the power of narrative , Lucas Lixinski marks IDAHOBIT day by offering tips on …
Creating an environment where staff and students feel comfortable sharing their pronouns
Using the correct pronouns is a key part of respectful communication – so where do we begin with creating a university environment where sharing pronouns becomes a natural part of our workplace culture ?
Embracing inclusivity with ‘ y ’ all ’ : why this pronoun deserves a fresh look
In a recent online meeting , a colleague told me that using that word made me sound uneducated . So I set out to see if it is really sending a bad message
Administrators can and must act to nurture LGBTQ leaders
Advocacy by straight administrators and expansion of mentoring could increase the number of LGBTQ leaders in higher …
Supporting LGBTQ + aspiring leaders in universities
LGBTQ + staff bring to campus qualities such as courage and sensitivity that are key to leadership . Now a UK programme aims to …
How LGBTQ leaders navigate a predominantly non - LGBTQ world
Looking at LGBTQ leadership style as a reaction to the power structures that dominate our culture is essential to finding a common …
How can universities support global LGBTQI + human rights ?
From more research to clearly signposted support for international students , UK campuses can do more to advance inclusivity worldwide . Drew Dalton offers four strategies
Breaking the homonegative life cycle for lesbian , gay and bisexual students in Jamaica
Lesbian , gay and bisexual students in Jamaica experience education punctuated by discriminatory treatment . Craig McNally looks at what university leaders must do to break this homonegative cycle and create inclusive campuses
What happens when we can ’ t help a student when they need us most ?
The job of university personal tutor is not nine - to - five , and academics in support roles are fallible and don ’ t always get it …
What LGBTQ + allyship means in academia
Being a queer person who very much appreciates allyship and who tries to be a good ally to others has taught me a few things , says …
Leadership and the intersectionality of being queer and living with HIV
Coming out as gay was a first step , but it was being open about living with HIV that showed Raymond Crossman how his whole self shaped …
