D.L. is a Detroit native turned GVSU “Laker for a Lifetime” Grand Rapids resident. With a work history that is everything but orthordox. D.L. boasts a hefty career in laboratory science, leadership, and social justice change. They have earned degrees in Business Administration Economics and a Masters in Public Administration and Health. He serves as support to QTPOC folks as a member of various West Michigan community committees focusing on wellness, homelessness, equity, and social change. D.L. continues to work from a lens of racial and social justice to support individuals and communities in building their capacity to challenge internal and external systems of oppression to create sustainable change. DL loves spending time with their semi-large family, and their favorite thing to do is ride their recumbent trike. Feel free to wave if you see him slowly stroll by!

D. is dreaming of a better world where collective liberation is realized. A GVSU alum, and former student worker at the Rainbow Resource Center, they are thrilled to be joining a dynamic team of thinkers, creatives, and fierce advocates. With a desire to amplify the voices of the marginalized, and dedication of translating theory into practice, they look forward to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community at GVSU, and all people seeking to live out their truths. They hope you know you matter.

Joey is passionate about creating an equitable society for all LGBTQIA+ people. She has a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies with a minor in Sociology from Calvin University. Joey's career experience has been in Refugee and Immigrant Services, where she worked as a volunteer coordinator connecting community members with refugee youth as mentors and tutors. In her free time, you can catch Joey reading, gardening, or walking/cooking with her wife.

Originally from Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Liv moved to Grand Rapids in 2020 after graduating with a bachelor’s in art history and psychology. They currently work at the intersection of liberatory harm reduction and integrated healthcare, providing support for people living with HIV (PLWH), people who use drugs (PWUD), and aging adults experiencing cognitive changes. Driven by a fierce commitment to justice, Olivia is pursuing licensure to become a clinical social worker dedicated to abolitionist and anti-carceral frameworks. Her long-term goal is to serve as an accomplice in the radical transformation of our world by anchoring into community-based solutions that build new systems of care outside oppressive and exploitative societal structures. In their free time, Liv enjoys being goofy with friends, swimming in Lake Superior, and lounging at home with their partner and two very cute cats.

Annah is a senior studying Marketing and Communication. A lover of creativity and the Arts, when she's not working you can see her in the PAC or exploring downtown Grand Rapids. After graduation she hopes to pursue a Master's degree in Nonprofit Management with a goal of working towards equitable resources for students. 

Andrew is an Anthropology and Spanish major in their third year here. They’re hoping to work in the nonprofit sector after graduation. They love rock climbing and people, and you can often find them at the rock wall or right here in the LGBTRC. They also enjoy exploring new things and ideas, and are happy to listen to you talk about your interests!

Charlee is a junior studying elementary education and special education. Their friends, their plants, and the reciprocity of learning with children is near and dear to their heart. Their ideal day would consist of getting lost in the woods, collecting little trinkets, trying new foods, and crafting!

Darcy is in faer second year at GVSU as a Philosophy/Political Science dual-major, and is excited to be a front desk worker and a co-facilitator for Bi-Furious this year. In their free time, Darcy enjoys singing, writing poetry, and being silly! Fae loves yapping with new people and making friends, so be sure to say hi!

Marshall is a third year studying Political Science. He's interested in pursuing a MSW after completing his bachelor's. On or off the clock, you're likely to see him in the center all throughout the week. He is a front desk worker and one of the current T2 facilitators

Atticus is a third-year Sociology major and co-facilitator for Colours of Pride! They love to hang out with friends, explore new things, and create with his hands. Activism is a huge part of their life and he plans to incorporate it in his work post-grad.

Levi is a returning student at GVSU, and one of the facilitators for Ace of Clubs. He is majoring in psychology with a minor in applied statistics. He enjoys activism, research, and spending time with wildlife, particularly bird and bug-watching. (Ask him about the leopard slugs on campus).

Maverick is a junior facilitating GQA. They are majoring in biomedical science and behavioral neuroscience with the goal of attending either GV's physician assistant or nurse practitioner program. In their free time, Maverick participates in several clubs, volunteers at Mary Free Bed, and marches trombone for the laker marching band. 

Max is a third year student majoring in studio art with an emphasis in graphic design. He hopes to be able to help improve accessibility systems online. In Max's free time he likes playing games, spending time with friends, and sketching. He is a co-facilitator for NeuroQueers.

S’Niyah is a senior majoring in psychology who will be co-facilitating T2 this year. She enjoys traveling, photography, LGBT advocacy, talking about gay stuff, and building her city on Minecraft. She also loves bragging about having the gayest room on campus!