Five people sitting and talking in groups in the Gender and Sexuality Center
Gender and Sexuality Center

Trans and Nonbinary Support

ESU proudly offers a variety of support services and resources for students who may identify outside the gender binary. Gender identity is included in our non-discrimination policy in efforts to make our campus a welcoming home to all students.

GSC Resources include:

  • Trans/nonbinary Journaling Support Group
  • Behind Closed Doors
  • Queer Spirituality
  • LGBTQIA+ Social Mixers
  • Gender Focused Led-Discussions (Masculinity Mondays, Gender Fluid Fridays etc.)

Name Change Policy

East Stroudsburg University supports students using their preferred or proper name throughout their time at the university. This would mean that a Preferred Name would appear on emails, class rosters, residence hall rosters, and other non-legal documents. However, there are instances when the legal name must be used including employment (W-2) paperwork and financial aid, for example.

  • Trans/nonbinary Journaling Support Group
  • Behind Closed Doors
  • Queer Spirituality
  • LGBTQIA+ Social Mixers
  • Gender Focused Led-Discussions (Masculinity Mondays, Gender Fluid Fridays etc.)

Name Change Policy

East Stroudsburg University supports students using their preferred or proper name throughout their time at the university. This would mean that a Preferred Name would appear on emails, class rosters, residence hall rosters, and other non-legal documents. However, there are instances when the legal name must be used including employment (W-2) paperwork and financial aid, for example.

Please note: once the preferred name is reflected in your MyESU Portal, you will still need to visit the Campus Card Center (lower level, University Center) to have a new eCard printed with your preferred name. You will also need to email helpdesk@esu.edu to request your email address be changed to reflect your preferred name.

For more information and to request use of a preferred name, please review the Preferred Name Policy and complete the request form.

Preferred Name PolicyRequest a Preferred Name

PRIDE Community Days

The Pocono Chamber of Commerce organized the first and socially distant Pocono PRIDE Community Day in September 2020! ESU’s Gender and Sexuality Center participated to support the event and LGBTQ+ community. Pocono Pride will continue to grow and be a staple to ESU and the surrounding community.

Visit the Pocono Pride Festival website for the most up to date information.

Gender Inclusive Housing

ESU welcomes and values diversity, and we are proud to provide a safe and affirming living and learning environment for our LGBTQIA+ students. The House of Sylvia is our on-campus LGBTQIA+ friendly housing program located on the fourth floor of Hawthorn Hall. The program offers academic support, educational programming, and social events specifically tailored to the needs and interests of our LGBTQIA+ students.

To learn more about the House of Sylvia or to make a room request, please contact David Campbell at 570-422-3867 or email him at dcampbell@esu.edu.

Gender Inclusive Restrooms

Accessible Family Bathrooms are gender inclusive and can be found at the following locations:

  • Facilities Management Complex
  • Hemlock Suites, Residence Life Office
  • Laurel Residence Hall, Lobby
  • Mattioli Recreation Center, 2nd Floor
  • McGarry Communication Center
  • Starbucks on Campus, around the corner from the M/F bathrooms
  • Stroud Hall, All Floors, first door on both sides of bathroom areas
  • Sycamore Suites, ground floor, in Health and Wellness Office
  • University Apartments, Laundry Room (Building A)
  • University Ridge, Community Center

Community Resources

The GSC realizes finding trans and non- binary friendly healthcare providers are not the easiest to find. This list will be helpful in finding local resources around campus for you to get the healthcare you deserve.

Lehigh Valley Health Network

LVHN offers healthcare options to trans and non-binary patients including Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

Please Note: The Health and Wellness fee does cover services at the ExpressCARE but is very limited. It does not cover medication or testing, diagnostics, or imaging. ExpressCARE can refer students to other healthcare providers but they will not be covered by the Health and Wellness fee.

NOVUS ACS

NOVUS Adult Care Services is trans and non-binary friendly and offers free STI/ HIV Testing, HIV Prevention, and other healthcare solutions for STIs and STDs. They also offer financial assistance for PrEP and other prevention methods and treatments. NOVUS ASC is located in courthouse square, 28 N 7th Street, Stroudsburg, PA.

Allentown Women’s Center

Allentown Women’s Center offers Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), continuing care, and counseling referrals. They also offer birth control options as well as financial assistance. The Allentown Women’s Center is located in Bethlehem, PA.

Bradbury-Sullivan Community Center

The Bradbury-Sullivan Center is the community LGBTQ+ center for the Lehigh Valley located in Allentown, PA. They offer “world-class, life-enriching LGBT arts & culture programs.”

Mazzoni Center

The Mazzoni Center is the largest LGBTQ+ center in Philadelphia. They provide comprehensive health and wellness services within an LGBTQ+ focused environment. They also host the Trans Wellness Conference every year.

Triversity

Triversity located in Pike County, Milford PA, is an LGBTQ+ community resource center that offers support groups, educational opportunities, HIV testing, and advocacy opportunities.

Contact Us

Contact us if you have any questions or would like a confidential meeting with one of the GSC staff.

Contact Information

Campus Address
University Center, Room G-7
Phone:
(570) 422-2733
Title of Department Leader
Coordinator Gender & Sexuality Center
Name
Danielle Cavanaugh
Phone:
(570) 422-2733