12/06/2018
All good things must come to an end - and so the time has come to say goodbye to SFE.
“Students for Equality” was born out of the need for a subtle (and somewhat covert) LGBTQ+ and ally campus presence. The name was broad enough in scope to not raise any flags; however, it failed to tackle issues of inequality. Before SFE, Walla Walla University had an unofficial GSA (Gay/Straight Alliance) which was more direct in approach but came with the baggage of its bluntness. That group was subject to undue prejudice by students and the University. Neither of these past groups were granted any official standing from Walla Walla University, and so they shriveled and died as students graduated and left the area.
Though no official statement can be made, I can tell you that something new is underway. With the help of students and faculty, steps are being taken to restart a LGBTQ+ presence here at Walla Walla University - only this time the goal is for the group to become official and recognized. Until that happens, we invite you to like/follow our new (still unofficial) page at www.facebook.com/wwupride or send us an e-mail at [email protected] or follow us on instagram at www.instagram.com/wwupride. These three resources have been established to function as non-WWU affiliated resources, and will continue to function in addition to any future (official) changes that take place.
This is the off campus group for and by students of Walla Walla University. Not affiliated with WWU. Showing Christ's love for all!