missionstatement/by-laws

By-Laws of:

Delta Lambda Sappho Union

Mission Statement

Delta Lambda Sappho Union brings together the sexual minority students, prospective students, alumni, faculty and staff of Weber State University, their friends and families, and members of the community; in spirit of the unity, social support and self-empowerment; and in a safe, confidential and nurturing environment.

Delta Lambda Sappho Union promotes academic and personal growth and development by encouraging outcomes such as intellectual growth, realistic self-appraisal, enhanced self-esteem, leadership development, fitness and wellness, meaningful interpersonal relations, social responsibility, satisfying and productive lifestyles, appreciation of aesthetic and cultural diversity, spiritual awareness, critical thinking and achievement of personal goals.

Delta Lambda Sappho Union serves as a catalyst for the creation of a campus and community environment free of prejudice, bigotry, harassment and violence.

Delta Lambda Sappho Union provides such services as; coming out support, support for victims of perpetrators of homophobia and hate crimes, services to address family issues and health concerns, as well as advocates for the human rights of all individuals.

Delta Lambda Sappho Union Welcomes any students, prospective student, alumnus, faculty and staff, friends, and family members of the community, regardless of degree of enrollment status, age, gender, ethnicity, ability socio-economic status, religion, or sexual orientation; who are interested in supporting, or learning about the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and trans-gendered communities.