Support GLBSU

It has been estimated that at least 10 percent of the U.S. population is gay, lesbian or bisexual. So it is logical to conclude that 10 percent of the ULV population probably falls into this category. But one would not know this by observing activities on campus. The gay community has been face­less here at La Verne – that is, up until now. Due to the courage of one per­son, Gregory Thomas, and his effort in organizing the Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Student Union (GLBSU), this segment of the University community now has a voice.

GLBSU offers support to students who feel they’re all alone. Many who are struggling with their sexual identity have found that they cannot always talk openly with their family and friends. Often, these young peo­ple are confused and frightened, and may resort to drastic measures to “deal” with their sexuality. Thomas’ personal experience perfectly illus­trates the painful journey a young person has to endure before coming to terms with homosexuality. That is why Thomas started the club, “To create a place for people with sexual identity issues to get together and talk… to meet other people with the same issues so they wouldn’t feel alone.”

The club can also serve another important function, that of education. Thomas was right when he said, “People tend to push away things they don’t understand.” GLBSU can be a place where all people, not just gays and lesbians, can meet and seek a better understanding of the issue of homosexuality, hopefully resulting in more awareness and tolerance of people who are different. The gay community is feeling under siege these days, with Pete Wilson’s veto of the gay rights bill. To prevent ugly inci­dents such as the flyer being distributed at the Cal State Northridge adver­tising a gay-bashing party, the entire University community must offer its support for GLBSU now.

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