This week, Student Diversity and Inclusion, the peer educator program and the student government association are celebrating Pride in May. Here are three events honoring the LGBTQ+ community this week.

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0:06: Welcome to the three Cs with the Columbia Chronicle, your go to source for the top 3 things every Columbia College student, faculty and staff member needs to know. 

0:17: We’re here to bring you credible information about our campus and provide the clarity you need on the issues that matter most. 

0:25: I’m your host, Sydney Richardson. 

0:29: This week, Student Diversity and Inclusion, the Peer Educator Program and the Student Government Association are celebrating Pride in May. 

0:39: About 40% of Columbia students identify as LGBTQ+. 

0:45: June is nationally recognized as LGBTQ Pride Month. 

0:49: Since the semester officially ends on May 16th, Columbia is celebrating Pride Month early. 

0:55: Here are 3 events honoring the LGBTQ+ community this week. 

1:01: A Queer People of Color Panel and Mixer will be held on Wednesday, May 7th. 

1:07: Students will share about their experiences as queer people of color and connect with others. 

1:12: The event runs from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Hive on the third floor of 618 South Michigan. 

1:20: The annual Lavender Ceremony will take place in the Hive on Thursday, May 8th. 

1:25: The ceremony recognizes LGBTQ plus graduates. 

1:29: The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. 

1:34: On Friday, May 9th, Pride and May will conclude with the Unity and Pride Ball. 

1:39: The celebration will feature performances by queer artists. 

1:42: The event starts at 5 p.m. in the HAUS at 623 South Wabash. 

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2:02: I’m Sydney Richardson. 

2:03: Thanks for listening. 

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