The Comics Place – 305

❤ WWU QueerCon Key Sponsor ❤

Serving your heroic needs since 1982, The Comics Place is Bellingham’s premiere comic book store! With a wide variety of new comics, a large back-issue catalog section, as well as a sizable selection of graphic novels, statues, board games and various novelties, The Comics Place is THE stop for comic book fans in Northern Washington!

shop.thecomicsplace.com

Pride IN Bellingham – 203

❤ WWU QueerCon Key Sponsor ❤

Community organization presenting the Pride Weekend Events, Parade, and Festival! Seeking community contacts and help from volunteers & supporters for the events on July 8 & 9.

prideinbellingham.org

Arledge Comics – 302

❤ WWU QueerCon Contributing Sponsor ❤

Founded in 2016 by Chickasaw siblings, Arledge Comics started as a hobby and became the home of the critically acclaimed ALEX PRIEST. Since its inception, Arledge Comics has grown to include a number of anthologies, – including TRIAL RUN, MY KINGDOM FOR A PANEL, and STRANGE WATERS – and creator-owned comics. Native founded, queer owned and operated: our mission is to create inclusive comics for the whole family to enjoy.

arledgecomics.com

Cosmic Games – 324

❤ WWU QueerCon Contributing Sponsor ❤

Cosmic Games is Bellingham’s one-stop shop for Magic the Gathering, Pokémon, Video Games, Dice, RPGs, Warhammer, Plush and Figures, Board Games, Disc Golf & More!

Instagram: @cosmicgamesbham

www.cosmicbham.com

Mo’s Parlor – 301

❤ WWU QueerCon Contributing Sponsor ❤

Come visit us at QueerCon! We will be bringing our Mo’s Parlor products as well as jewelry and anime merch!!

www.mosparlor.com

Clutter Puddle Creations – 431

We are a cat-obsessed, queer, and femme-owned small business. We absolutely love anything to do with anime, spookiness, and all things nerdy. We have a passion to bring you all the geeky handmade bags and accessories.

linktr.ee/ClutterPuddleCreations

Etsy: @ClutterPuddle

Community of Hope Church: Justice and Queer Family of Choice – 214

Community of Hope is a 2-year-old church centering queer experience and queer theology, working together for justice, and forming family of choice! We have no building: we gather on Zoom on first Monday evenings at 5:30pm, and outdoors for Wild Church on third Saturdays at 11am (plus other gatherings here and there)! Coming to church for the first time, or coming back to church after harmful past experiences, can be hard- so feel free to join on Zoom with your video off, swing by Wild Church but not stay the whole time, or have coffee with Pastor Rachael (she/her) first so that you can ask your questions and tell her your church-related allergies! 773-234-8108 pastor@communityofhopechurch.com. We are connected with Mennonite Church USA, as well as movements for racial, economic, and environmental justice!

www.communityofhopechurch.com

Facebook: @communityofhopebellingham

Inner Child Studio – 330

Our community center will be selling stickers to help raise funds for LGBTQIA+ summer camp scholarships.

innerchildstudio.org

Kaylee’s Kamp Foundation – 329

We are a nonprofit that provides scholarships for LGBTQ+ teens to attend inclusive and affirming summer camp programs. We will have information about our services and opportunities for donations.

www.kayleeskampfoundation.com

MAD HOPE Youth Suicide Prevention and Mental Well-Being – 436

MAD HOPE is a youth suicide prevention and mental well-being program in Whatcom County. Our main program is our three-hour curriculum, presented in middle school and high school classrooms around the county. We teach young people how to strengthen their resilience, how to recognize if they or someone else may need support for their mental health, how to recognize warning signs of suicide and how to get help for themselves or a friend in a crisis. Students learn about resources available for help, including trusted adults, helplines, and more. We also offer other community events to raise awareness about mental well-being and suicide prevention in Whatcom County. MAD HOPE is always looking for volunteers!

madhope.org

PFLAG Whatcom – 331

Pflag Whatcom is one of 400 chapters nationwide of PFLAG.org. We advocate, educate and support the LGBTQ+ community and their families, friends and allies.

pflagwhatcom.org

Whatcom Youth Pride – 202

In 2018-2019, some educators, parents, community members and students came together with a shared goal of finding ways to celebrate and show support to LGBTQIA+ youth in Whatcom County. Whatcom Youth Pride (WYP) was born!

In June 2019, WYP hosted one of the nation’s first all-youth Pride Parade and Festivals. LGBTQIA+ youth and allies marched along a short parade route while the community lined the streets with signs and shouts of love and support. The day culminated in a large festival with LGBTQIA+ youth-focused/allied organizations tabling, food trucks, and a youth-led drag and talent show. ​ Derailed a bit by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020-2021, WYP returned better than ever in 2022 with a parade and festival that rivaled 2019. Join us as we continue to create celebrations and spaces for LGBTQIA+ youth in Whatcom County! WYP 2023 is just around the corner!

www.whatcomyouthpride.com

Instagram: @whatcomyouthpride

Facebook: @whatcomyouthpride

Wild Whatcom – 404

Wild Whatcom recently launched a new outdoor queer affinity program called “Out and About”, organized by and for queer folks looking to connect with nature. We will meet in a different natural area every month to explore local ecology and expand our naturalist skills, have fun building community, and collectively unlearn some of our potential reservations around being “out” outside. This is an inclusive, welcoming space where everyone’s identity is respected and celebrated. We look forward to seeing you out there! Registration is always open on the Out and About page of Wild Whatcom’s website. Please email communityprograms@wildwhatcom.org with any inquiries.

wildwhatcom.org/out-and-about

Disability and Neurodivergence Club – 435

We are a club created for and by disabled and neurodivergent students. We aim to create a supportive community, increase accessibility on campus, and expand the Western community’s awareness of various disabilities and neurodivergences. We will have informational flyers and fidget toys available to play with!

Instagram: @wwu.disability.neurodivergence

Everything Cosplay – 210

We are the Western Washington University Cosplay club. Our goal is to create a group so people can be safe at cons and not go alone! We also are really active in pushing your creativity and sharing our knowledge in our workshops for beginners.

Instagram: @wwu_cosplayclub

Institute for Critical Disability Studies – 431

The Institute for Critical Disability Studies is Western’s newest organization promoting disability culture and disability studies. We will be offering several courses in Critical Disability Studies in the next year, including one this summer. Come learn about our new minor!

wp.wwu.edu/disabilitycollaborative/icds

Physicists for Inclusion in STEM – 428

Physicists for Inclusion in STEM (PhIS) is a student-led organization in Western’s Physics and Astronomy department. Our primary focuses are public outreach, providing support to undergraduate Physics and Astronomy students, and promoting inclusion and equity work in the Physics and Astronomy Department and the College of Science and Engineering (CSE).
Come check out our table to learn more and see some cool physics demos!

win.wwu.edu/organization/phis

Out in Science WWU – 429

Starting in 2015, we have been working for the promotion, inclusion, and support of LGBTQIA2+ members in the STEM community. Out in Science is open to students, staff, faculty, and alumni! Club meeting activities include crafts, games, movies, documentaries, tie-dye, and more!

wp.wwu.edu/outinscience

Instagram: @oiswwu

Planned Parenthood Generation Action – 211

Planned Parenthood Generation Action is a club for WWU students to advocate for intersectional reproductive freedom!

Royal Gambit Drag Club – 208

This is a club for all drag artists to be able to come together and put on shows! We welcome all Kings, Queens, and Nonbinary Things! We aim to create an inclusive environment to learn and grow as artists and royalty together. We have monthly shows at western! follow us on social media or join our discord to keep up with us and keep an eye out for our next show!

Instagram: @wwudragclub

Tabletop Cinema Club

Our purpose is to gather members who are interested in the Tabletop Role-Playing category and view live-streamed or prerecorded game sessions such as Critical Role.

Instagram: @tabletopcinemaclub

The Dining Dollars Project – 212

The Dining Dollars Project is a club focused on utilizing unused dining dollars to help alleviate food insecurity on campus and in the community. We collect donations of non-perishable food items and distribute half of them to unhoused folks in Bellingham via care kits. The other half goes to food pantries on campus.

linktr.ee/wwu.diningdollarsproject

WWU Design Club – 403

A group of thoroughly caffeinated peeps who want to spread the love of graphic design with the masses. We host club events to get both design and non-design majors to connect, create, and have fun!

Instagram: @wwu.design.club

WWU English Graduate Students – 416*

We are a collection of queer graduate students in the English department who want to share our work with you! We’ll have work from individual writers available to read/purchase, as well as an exclusive collection of writing available for the first time at QueerCon. Come see us and let’s share our stories!

WWU Furry Club – 320

The WWU Furry Club is a welcoming group for everyone who identifies with the furry community. We welcome all fursuiters, casual furry enjoyers, or anyone who is just curious to learn more about furries!

Instagram: @wwufurryclub

WWU Idol Club – 209

We are a WWU-based idol club that cosplays and performs as Love Live characters! We aim to engage the local community and bring individuals together through choreography and music. Our biggest goal is to develop a safe space for people to express themselves through the love of idols!

wwuidols.carrd.co

WWU Lavender Menaces – 401

Lavender Menaces is a queer club that primarily focuses on lesbians, women-loving-women (wlw), non-binary people, and sapphics in general. Our meetings include conversations regarding the experience of sapphics, watching movies and planning queer social events. We want to create a space where queer women and non-binary people can discuss their experiences and find a community.

Instagram: @wwulavendermenaces

WWU Lutheran Campus Ministry – 213

Lutheran Campus Ministry (LCM) is a progressive faith community at Western Washington University where students can grow in their faith, learn about the Lutheran tradition, and create friendships through discussion, food, worship, service, and fun! LCM is committed to ensuring that everyone has a safe, affirming and welcoming space to access and explore their faith.

www.lcmwwu.com

Abby Forsberg – 423

She/her

I crochet a large variety of products! I’ll have crocheted plushies, bags, backpacks, beanies, keychains and more.

Alana Salazar Scheideman – 410*

She/her

My name is Alana Salazar Scheideman (Instagram: lepidoptera_luna). I’m a freelance artist and Anthropology student at WWU. I currently live with my girlfriend and our one-year-old cat named Fig. My Instagram handle comes from the scientific name for the lunar moth, and my art is inspired by nature and fantasy, with an emphasis on my experiences as a gay woman. I’ll be selling prints and stickers at QueerCon, as well as commissions!

Instagram: @lepidoptera_luna (CW: body horror)

TikTok: @beansdemons (CW: body horror)

A’la Onosai – 335

They/them

So_Slayyy Makes handmade wire jewelry like necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. This jewelry is made for any outfit you have and want in your life. So_Slayyy will make you slay.

Alma Watson – 309

She/they

Cute and colorful prints, stickers, various plush creatures and sewn accessories.

Tumblr: aw-colorcat.tumblr.com
DeviantArt: deviantart.com/aw-colorcat
Instagram: @aw_colorcat

Amy Chookiatsirichai – 314

They/them

I like to do illustrations focusing on portraiture. I will have art prints of all sizes and stickers available for sale. I also am available for character art or other portrait-focused commissions if you’re interested!

Instagram: @stinkyartdump (CW: body horror, nudity)

angeltwirls – 318

He/him

Hi! I’m a queer trans artist that makes handmade jewelry, along with art! I have so much fun experimenting with jewelry and art and love all things cute. :>

angeltwirls.bigcartel.com

cutepuppies.crd.co

Art by Annie Fur – 322

She/her

Howdy! I’m Annie, a hobby artist who loves to dip into all sorts of mediums. My main focuses are landscapes, nature, animals, furries, and funny little doodles!

Twitter: @AnnieFur1
Instagram: @annie.fur

Atlas Lind – 328

They/them

I make and sell art, jewelry, augmented clothing, and sometimes other artistic products.
Instagram: @atlasabsurdist_art

Avirosearts – 407

She/her

I am a multi-media artist, working in painting, drawing, jewelry, and fiber arts. I focus primarily on the natural world for subject matter, finding inspiration in nature. The jewelry I create is Upcycled, previously having been either functional or used and broken jewelry that I reimagine and give new life to.

Battery Acid Design – 421

They/them

Creating original clothing designs, upcycled clothing and jewelry, and fun stickers!

batteryaciddesign.bigcartel.com

Black Pepper No Kidding – 415*

Our artist duo (Molly Keeler and Soren Choe) has been crafting hard every day since its inception in 4th grade. We strive to explore various mediums in new and beautiful ways and bring smiles to everyone who crosses our path.

Instagram: @blackpepper.nokidding

Caroline Sophia Hamel – 412*

She/her

My name is Caroline Sophia Hamel (she/her). I’m a queer (trans and pan) and neurodivergent author. I tend to write hopeful books focusing on mental health with queer and neurodivergent characters, and often queer romance. I’ve written two books: To Hold a Flower (book 1) and The Essence of Longing (book 2). They follow three characters: Liela, Dunet, and Myllia as they learn to love and accept themselves, figure out who they are, and grow as people. There are two main relationships. Liela and Dunet are sisters trying to develop a more genuine relationship and Liela and Myllia fall in love and have a multi-book, sweet and trusting lesbian romance that progressively explores more queer themes. I explore depression and other heavy mental health themes with Dunet, insecurity and unmasking neurodivergence with Liela, and empowerment and growing into adulthood with Myllia. My books fluctuate in tone and themes, but always lean towards hope. They can be light and whimsical or a bit heavy at times, but I hope you can find acceptance and feel seen in my characters.

Instagram: @to_hold_a_flower

carolinesophiahamel.com

CrownedCrypted – 323

Hello! I’m Kody, a young adult queer artist looking to share my work with the community. All my work is my own original art in the form of stickers, prints and more!

Instagram: @crownedcrypted

El Draws! – 319

Hi! My name is El, and I’m an illustrator! I do a lot of digital portraits and sketch work, usually of my own original characters and designs. I’ll be selling some prints and other merchandise at my table. (I also plan on having some free goodies as well) I do take commissions and would love to talk if that interests you! Hope to see you there!

TikTok: @eldraws2 (Videos coming soon)

Elizabeth Buchholz – 424

She/they

Digital art prints of miscellaneous art and fandom-related characters.

Emma Larson – 314

She/they

Hi! My name is Emma and I am a 22-year-old artist and graphic designer based in Washington! I’m a senior at WWU studying Graphic Design and Linguistics and visual communication is my passion. I sell screen-printed shirts, vinyl stickers and sticker sheets, art prints, and greeting cards all with my own designs/art! Thank you for supporting me as a creative!

Instagram: @emmadoesartonline

emmalarsondesign.com

ErikaComicCreator – 306

She/her

I am an independent webcomic creator, I am currently working on my comic called, Eternal Shadow: Lost Souls, and chapters update on Webtoon and Tapas every Friday at 12:00pm PST. I also draw illustrations of my characters as well as some fanart, I do both traditional and Digital art.

Twitter: @erikacomiccreator

Instagram: @erikacomiccreator

webtoons.com/en/challenge/eternal-shadow-lost-souls

tapas.io/series/Eternal-Shadow-Lost-Souls

Four Tear Ink – 308

They/them

Four Tear Ink offers a unique array of upcycled and repurposed creations and original art, including keychains and jewelry, fiber arts, paintings, and other repurposed decor.

Instagram: @four_tear_ink

Funtomsoft Studios – 303

He/him

Cute Cartoony art prints, stickers, keychains, lanyards, buttons, resin crafts. At physical markets we also provide cups and Kemonomimi ears.

funtomsoft.storenvy.com

Galen Haecky – 316

They/them

Queer comic artist and illustrator, coming to you live from your local peat bog. Ft. a bit of everything: zines, art prints, stickers/buttons/patches, and handbound sketchbooks.

Twitter: @goddamn_strop

galenstrop.carrd.co (CW: body horror, self-harm/suicide, blood)

Grace Matson – 312

She/her

I specialize in block prints and acrylic paintings that I’m excited to share with everyone! I love making nature-based art, especially involving birds.

Instagram: @fowlren

Hadley Hudson – 315

She/they

HadleysArt8 is a mixed Black artist who creates multimedia art. Everything is designed and made by Hadley Hudson in Bellingham, WA. Hadley loves to make wearable art and often includes sex-positive imagery, in hopes to release stigma and create conversation about such topics.

Instagram: @hadleysart8
Etsy: @hbhudson8

Jazmin Muratalla-Sanchez – 314

She/her

Hi, I’m Jazmin! (pronounced has-meen) I’m a bisexual POC that creates polymer clay earrings and pins. I love making little cute guys and hope they bring a smile to your face! I’m a beginner polymer clay artist but have had previous art experience in the past creating digital art and have some art prints as well. If you’d like to see my work and some drawings, follow my Instagram @fleurs.lil.guys! I’m currently open for some commissions, if anyone is interested, feel free to talk to me about prices and work something out. 🙂

Instagram: @fleurs.lil.guys

Jill Guercio – 419

She/her

Hi! I’m Jill, a queer artist here at Western. I make cute colorful earrings and cozy crochet and knit pieces.

Instagram: @jillybeanscozythings
Etsy: @JillybeansCozyThings

Juniper Fiser – 414*

They/them

I do hand-embroidered patches, wall art and patched/altered clothing. My art is largely comprised of skeletal imagery, fan-art and pride-wear, as well as muppet art. I like to re-use and rework fabric and clothing into new pieces.

Leigh Hellman – 307

Leigh Hellman is a queer writer, originally from the western suburbs of Chicago, and a graduate of the MA Program for Writers at the University of Illinois at Chicago. After gaining the ever-lucrative BA in English, they spent five years living and teaching in South Korea before returning to their native Midwest. Leigh’s short fiction and creative nonfiction work has been featured in Hippocampus Magazine, VIDA Review, and Fulbright Korea Infusion Magazine. Their critical and journalistic work has been featured in the American Book Review, the Gwangju News magazine, and the Windy City Times. Leigh is a strong advocate for full-day breakfast menus, all varieties of dark chocolate, building a wardrobe based primarily on bad puns, and bathing in the tears of their enemies.

Facebook: @leighehellman

Instagram: @leigh_hellman

Amazon: amazon.com/Leigh-Hellman/e/B07BVTF275

Goodreads: goodreads.com/leigh_hellman

leighhellman.com

Lemon 😀 – 405

They/them

My work includes bright, colorful, and fun knick-knacks. My partner and I also run a YouTube channel together called Lemon and Bug.

Little Beetle Alchemy – 426

They/he

Little Beetle Alchemy makes a wide assortment of handcrafted goods with a focus on the entomological. My most exciting products are my insect dioramas, in which I design elaborate scenes using real dried insects and other natural materials. I also do block prints, often on the pages of books!

Instagram: @L.B.alchemy

Madeline Luck – 332

She > they

Check out crochet products like hats, keychains, and plushies at my table! I use second-hand and post-consumer materials in all my work. Reach out if you want to see anything in particular! Products have been lovingly tested by my cat Luna.

Instagram: @madeline.hummus

@GalaxyGoose on QueerCon Discord Server

Mariah Currey – 413*

She/her

Mariah Currey hails from the rainy forests of Northwest Washington where she spends her time creating female-centric and gender non-conforming comics that balance action and adventure with complex interpersonal relationships. Possessing a lifelong love of fantasy, myths, and monsters, Mariah’s work often juxtaposes supernatural characters and settings with the mundanity of everyday life scenarios. Mariah’s largest body of work can be seen in her long-running webcomic series, Rainy Day Dreams, a cozy gothic fantasy, and her new series, Usual Haunts, an erotic vampire comedy. Additionally, her work has been featured in a smattering of zines and anthologies including Object Head Zine: Flora & Fungi, Fatality and Flora, and Concrete Arcanum. Mariah is a graduate of Western Washington University where she double majored in Graphic Design and French. When she isn’t busy making comics, Mariah can be found perfecting her home-barista skills in her Whatcom county residence she shares with her husband, son, and 8 cats.

mariahcurrey.com (CW: body horror and nudity)

mariahcurrey.carrd.co

Molly Grauer – 432

They/them

I make lots of art, but I mainly do linocut printmaking right now! Prints, stationary, and bookmarks are just a few of the things to expect from me.

MooMoo Dreams – 311

They/them

Queer-inclusive handmade jewelry.

Etsy: @moomoodreams

Olimain Art – 417

They/them

Stickers, keychains, and prints filled with childish whimsy to bring to life whatever my silly little heart desires! Anything from cute to the biblically accurate, chances are you’ll find something you love!

Instagram: @olimain_art (CW: nudity and mild body horror)

Only One Handcrafted Jewelers – 430

They/them

Only One Handcrafted Jeweler is a queer and woman-owned, one-person small business that specializes in wire-wrapped jewelry. Using genuine precious stones and gems, any variety of jewelry, accessories, or custom-created pieces are possible! Every item is crafted by hand and here in Bellingham! For a preview look for @onlyone_jewelry.

Instagram: @onlyone_jewelry

Etsy: @OnlyOneCK

PRIZEPUPPY – 321

He/they

PRIZEPUPPY is a transmasc nostalgia-fueled furry artist born and raised in Bellingham. Drawing inspiration from beloved childhood toys and his lifelong appreciation for mascots such as Geoffery the Giraffe and Chuck E. Cheese, he brings to life bright and colorful artwork that he hopes will strike a quirky chord. PRIZEPUPPY hopes to provide a variety of stickers, buttons, and prints at his table this year.

prizepuppy.crd.co (CW: dark humor, references to self-harm)

Instagram: @prizepuppy

Ray Murphy – 420

He/him

I work in many media including digital art, watercolor and gouache paintings, and linocut prints. This year I will have a selection of stickers, prints, linocut-printed and bleach-painted clothing for sale.

Instagram: @rayj.artworks

Rowan Ezra U – 336

They/he

I am a local artist, I do Roll20 tiles and embroidery commissions! I may also sell embroidered patches or watercolor pride flags.

Instagram: @foolsagacity_

Sage Valentine – 207

She/her

Sage Valentine is a local drag queen and vice president of Royal Gambit Drag Club. She has been entertaining and inspiring people all across Washington state since starting drag in 2018. Valentine’s drag is a love letter to femininity and female pop music. She most enjoys interacting with the audience and connecting with others in the queer community. She will be selling merchandise, taking photos and connecting with attendees and creators. Valentine will also be performing in a show later in the evening.

linktr.ee/sagevalentine

Instagram: @sage.valentine

Sarah (The Smile Hour) – 327

She/they

The Smile Hour is a passion project to create and share art that puts a smile on people’s faces. They specialize in cutesy stickers, jewelry, and art prints, and also have certain pieces that pay tribute to Bellingham culture.

Shannon Devine Art & Comics – 306

They/them

I am a local artist and comic creator. I will be selling prints, greeting cards and misc items that include LGBTQ+ content.

Instagram: @shannon.devineart
Facebook: @shannondevineart

Shawna Lingrey – 205

She/her

I make jewelry and self-care items. This includes upcycled earrings, morse code bracelets, friendship bracelets, key chains, and heating pads.

Spooky Cutie – 418

She/they

Hello! I am a local nonbinary and queer Bellingham artist whose just starting to branch out with their work. My primary subject is body positivity and I am a strong believer that everybody deserves love. My work tends to use pastels and soft lines as well as some cross-hatching.

Instagram: @spooky_cutie.artistry (CW: mild nudity)

stinkyarthoe – 408*

She/her

I find joy in creating pieces consisting of many times of mediums. I enjoy most of all, sketching, printmaking, painting, and clothing design. I am an independent artist using all independently sourced materials.

Strawberry Lemonade Creations – 310

She/they

Hi 🙂 I create jewelry (mostly earrings), premade & custom. I source my beads from local sellers / thrift shops, exclusively using stainless steel hooks (hypoallergenic!).

Instagram: @strawblemonad3
Etsy: @strawblemoncreates

Sweet Hendrix – 313

She/her

I create colorful landscapes that are reminiscent of the pnw. I add a mystical perspective with bold colors and shimmers.

Tate Ivy – 409

They/he

Sculpted jewelry, figurines and practical pieces. My main mediums are clay and mixed media, with some crossover in fiber crafts.

depop.com/tomatosaurusrex (CW: body horror)

Tinker Z – 326

He/him

There’s no such thing as too many accessories. At least that’s the point I aim to make. I can’t imagine living a life where I’m not making and sharing creativity and joy. Earrings, chains, and handbags are never a centerpiece of an outfit, but they can still be flashy! My items are eccentric and creative, and hopefully can spark some new ideas for you too.

Trina Coville – 332

They/them

I crochet many things!! Today I will be selling pride flag colored arugmies, mushroom hats, a raffle for a big Appa plushie from Avatar the last Air Bender, and others! I will also be selling keychains with uteruses on them to raise money for The Northwest Abortion Access Fund, an abortion fund serving Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska.

Instagram: @cottagecore_crocheting

yams – 406

whimsical pottery and hand-carved lino prints made with love and intention.

Instagram: @grandpayams

Bellingham Queer Collective — Michelle Harmeier

Building Up Our Bellingham Queer Community

The Bellingham Queer Collective is an intersectional and intergenerational LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC group focused on gathering people together for in person arts, cultural and outdoor events. Learn how WWU students can get involved and provide input about how the group can better support students and other members of our queer community.

Michelle Harmeier is the founder of the Bellingham Queer Collective. They are a retired educator focusing on supporting the queer community in Bellingham.

Instagram: @blackpepper.nokidding

Hadyn Adams (she/her)

The trend of majority wlw in children’s media Talk

My talk discusses the majority of LGTBQ+ couples being lesbian/sapphic couples in children’s media and lists examples of LGTBQ+ couples in children’s media as well as theories about why this is the case and hopes for the future of LGTBQ+ couples in media.

As someone who plans to work with children in the future as well as enjoying children’s media, I am passionate about the representation in said media. I believe that there should be more representation in the couples children see as well as letting kids know that not everybody wants a relationship or may be romantic.

Leigh Hellman (they/them)

Reading Between the Lines: Queercoding vs. Queerbaiting Talk

With the continuous expansion of explicitly LGBTQ+ media, debates surrounding the issue of “queerbaiting” have branched out of fandom spaces and into popular discourse. But what is the distinction between queerbaiting and queercoding, and what is the history that shaped these interconnected practices and still influences media and cultural mores today?

CWs: Discussion may include histories of homophobia/transphobia, gender and sexuality-based violence, systemic oppression, and adult language.

LGBTQ+ Western — JoeHahn (he/him)

WWU LGBTQ+ Resources Talk and Q&A

Are you new to WWU, considering attending, or want to find connections in the LGBTQ+ community at Western? Then come to this session to learn all the resources relating to LGBTQ+ Western, Pride Housing, LGBTQ+ clubs, and more!

JoeHahn (He/They) is the LGBTQ+ Director at Western Washington University. Prior to working at WWU, JoeHahn worked for local government in Benton County, Oregon as the EDI Coordinator and as a Resident Director and Black Student Union advisor at Western Oregon University. JoeHahn developed their love for serving the LGBTQ+ community during their time as a student through events and services like Safe Zone trainings, coming out conversations, and WOU’s annual drag show.

Patricia Grayhall (Sparks)

She/her

Writing Stories of Our Lives Talk

Patricia Grayhall is a retired medical doctor and author of Making the Rounds: Defying Norms in Love and Medicine which garnered a starred review in Kirkus Reviews. She’s published articles in Queer Forty, The Gay and Lesbian Review, The Millions, Lesbian Game Changers, The Seattle Lesbian, and Seattle Magazine. NPR recently interviewed her (link). Her book is among Kirkus Reviews’ Best Indie Books of 2022. Patricia lives with the love of her life on Vancouver Island where she enjoys other people’s dogs, big nature, and her second career as an author.

I just had a wide-ranging discussion with the Bellingham Queer Collective book group last night with my book Making the Rounds: Defying Norms in Love and Medicine as the springboard. I would like to encourage other queer people to write their stories as we need to document our lives to become part of a more complete history of our shared humanity.

www.PatriciaGrayhall.com

WWU Idol Club — Alex Anderson (he/him), Moss Golding (they/it/koi), Salem Atkins (they/them), Andrew Worthington (any)

WWU Idol Club Debut Performance

The WWU Idol club will be performing our debut setlist as an official club! Bring lightsticks if you have them, and be ready to cheer along!

wwuidols.carrd.co