Intercultural Center

First-Gen Hub:

The First-Gen Hub aims to support first generation students in navigating the process of attending higher education institutions. We aim to encourage, uplift, and motivate students in their transition and continuation of higher education by providing knowledge of resources and building community. 

Pride Hub:

The Pride Hub is a vibrant and inclusive community hub dedicated to supporting and empowering LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and faculty on campus. Our goal is to create a safe and welcoming environment where individuals of all sexual orientations and gender identities can thrive and feel like they belong. We champion equity, allyship, and mutual respect. 

Womxn's Hub:

The Womxn's Hub supports and empowers students who identify as womxn through their journey in higher education. We were intentional in using the "x" in womxn to visually disrupt and challenge the notion that the identity derive from the patriarch. We aim to be inclusive and uplift all womxn from different cultural backgrounds by providing a brave space and provide resouces and programming. 

 

The Intercultural Center has a designated coordinator to provide  personalized one-on-one support and guidance to prospective students and currently enrolled City College students. We offer both, in-person and virtual appointments. 

***Please read carefully before you book an appointment.*** 

Book with Nathen for:  

• General support navigating your college journey 
• On-campus refferals 
• Information on resources for First-Gen, LGBTQIA+, Womxn students
• Information about the Kiki Learning Community 
• Hosting an event or club meeting in the Intercultural Center

Book an appointment with Nathen

NOTE: These appointments are exclusively for First-Gen, LGBTQIA+, Womxn students. Other students should refer to the Counseling and Personal Growth Department for general counseling related to academic and career goals. 

Please consider confidentiality statements below when speaking with the Intercultural Center team:

I understand that California is a 'two-party consent' state. It is a crime in California to record a telephone call or videoconference, among other types of private conversations, without the express consent of all participants.

I understand that I may not record my scheduled online session with my counselor without their consent. I may not record the meeting or any portion of it unless I ask the counselor and they specifically give you permission.

First-Gen Club:

Mission Statement: A student organization formed at San Diego City College that aims to provide support to First-Generation students on the City College campus. The goal is to provide this support in diverse ways but not limited to social, academic, personal, and spiritual. We formed an alliance of individuals working together, sharing our experiences, struggles, strengths, dreams and success to fulfill our goals as First-Gen students.

Contact Information: Email [email protected] or club advisor Diana Hernandez ([email protected]). Be sure to follow on Instagram @first_gen_sdcitycollege

Kiki Learning Community:

Mission Statement:The Kiki Learning Community focuses on a cohort-driven approach to learning, fostering community, supporting career development, facilitating job exploration, and strengthening students support networks by connecting them to valuable campus and community resources.

How to join:

• Enroll in ONE of the following courses for Fall 2026:
  • PERG 130: Career & Life Planning - Mon/Wed (11:10am-12:35pm) CRN: 45027
  • PHOT 150: History of Photography - Tues/Thrs (12:45pm-3:15pm) CRN: 44187
  • ENG C1000X: Reading and Composition - Tues/Thrs (9:35AM-10:55AM) CRN: 40325
    • ENG 31: Academic Literacy (11:10am-12:10PM) CRN: 44411
    • *This class must be registered together with the following section in the same transaction* 
  • GEND 101: Intro to Gender Studies - Tues/Thrs (12:45pm-2:05pm) CRN: 44290
• Complete the Fall 2026 Interest Form here

Who should apply?

• Students who identify as a member of the LGBTQIA2s community and allies
• Looking for a supportive, safe, empowering, open-minded community
• Interested in being a full-time student, in a cohort-based approach, in career planning and in collaborative learning

Contact information: Email [email protected] and follow us on Instagram @sdcitykiki

Visionary Feminists Club:

Mission Statement: The Visionary Feminist club is an organization that practices feminism, defined as a movement to end sexism, sexist exploitation, and oppression 

Contact information: Instagram @visionaryfeminists.city

Basic Needs Center

The Basic Needs Center aims to support students academic journey by providing equity-minded services that address their current basic needs challenges from a strength-based approach. 

Vist our Website

Contact Information::Email [email protected] or call 619-388-3684

LGBTQ+ Studies and Resource Guide

This guide is intended for City College students, staff, and faculty interested in researching and exploring LGBTQ+ Studies. This guide will feature library and internet resources (both print and electronic) recommended for LGBTQ+ Studies, research strategies, and resources on campus for LGBTQ+ students. 

Vist our Website

Contact Marley Rodriguez with any questions:Email [email protected] 

Mental Health Resources

San Diego City College provides access to a number of mental health resources for both students and employees. Student resources include free and confidential one-on-one, family and relationship counseling with clinical interns. For more information, contact Mental Health Counseling. Phone: 619-388-3055 Email: [email protected] or visit us at A- 180.

You may also visit our website to learn more about the services we provide to students and employees Mental Health Counseling. 

 

Financial Resources Guide

Scholarship Organization	Website/Contact information	Requirements	Deadlines
Point Foundation The LGBTQ Scholarship Fund:	https://pointfoundation.org/scholarships	Point Foundation The LGBTQ Scholarship Fund requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. At least half-time enrollment in a degree-seeking associate, undergraduate, graduate, or professional program at an accredited, not-for-profit college or university in the United States. Connection and commitment to the LGBTQ+ and ally community. Students who are first-generation and/or from an under-resourced household. If previously awarded a Point Scholarship, applicants must have exited their former program with active status.	To be announced by organization
Markowski-Leach Scholarship	https://mlscholarships.org/	The Markowski-Leach Scholarship is awarded annually to LGBTQ+ post-secondary students who will be enrolled full-time in a program that leads to a degree or a teaching credential at a select California university. All undergraduate recipients must have earned a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 in all prior college level coursework.	The required online application form for 2027-28 academic year scholarship awards will be available in January 2027.  The next application deadline will be March 31, 2027.
LEAGUE Foundation	https://www.leaguefoundation.org/	The LEAGUE Foundation Scholarship is designed for U.S. high school seniors who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.	Applications are usually available and accepted between January and April 2027. Decisions are usually made in July.
Stonewall Community Foundation	https://www.stonewallfoundation.org/scholarships	Stonewall Community Foundation Scholarship has five types of scholarships available with varying requirements and deadlines.	To be announced by organization
Out to Innovate	https://oti.memberclicks.net/scholarships	The Out to Innovate™ Scholarship requires successful completion of a minimum of two years of post-high school education at an accredited U.S. college or university. Minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 on a 4-point scale. A declared major in an accredited STEM or STEM-related teaching field. STEM is Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, and is defined in detail in this document. Identify as a member or ally of the LGBTQ+ community. Be an active supporter of and participant in programs or organizations that promote LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility Students must be eligible for fall term registration at an accredited U.S. college or university and must not be under disciplinary sanction. Beginning 2025, this scholarship is available to undergraduates only. Graduate students are no longer eligible for the Out to Innovate scholarships.	The application portal for the 2026/2027 academic year is now open. The submission deadline is Tuesday June 30, 11:59 pm (Pacific Time).
National Rainbow College Fund	https://rainbowcollegefund.org/scholarship-program/	The National Rainbow College Fund (NRCF) requires applicants must self-identify within the LGBTQ+ community (publicly or privately), have lived in California for at least one year, demonstrate financial need, minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, and enroll in at least 6 units at an accredited institution.	To be announced by organization
2026 LGBTQ Foundation Scholarship	https://calgbtfoundation.org/scholarship	The CA LGBTQ Foundation Scholarship requires that all California residents may apply and will be considered. Applicants must currently live in or plan to live in California for the duration of your program. Applicants must be enrolled full time in an accredited California college or trade school for the 2026-2027 academic year. Applicants may be community college, undergraduate, graduate, or PhD students. Applicants may be incoming, continuing, or returning students.	All applications must be submitted online by 11:59 pm on June 30, 2026

 

LGBTQ+ Pride Flags

Learn more about each Pride Flag!

Gender Pronouns Guide

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Why are Pronouns Important? 

Pronouns are essential because they recognize and respect an individual's gender identity. They are a fundamental part of inclusive language, allowing people to express themselves authentically and be seen for who they truly are. Using the correct pronouns shows support and validates someone's gender identity, promoting a more inclusive and respectful society. By embracing pronouns, we foster a sense of belonging, promote gender equality, and contribute to a world where everyone's identity is acknowledged and valued. 

Why Pronouns Matter 

Pronouns.Org 

San Diego City College Library Resources

San Diego City College Library LGBTQ+ Glossary

Lambda Archives LGBTQ History

https://www.lambdaarchives.org/

We Are the Youth

We Are the Youth is an ongoing photographic journalism project chronicling the individual stories of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer youth in the United States. Through photographic portraits and “as told to” interviews in the participants’ own voices, We Are the Youth captures the incredible diversity and uniqueness among the LGBTQ youth population. We Are the Youth addresses the lack of visibility of LGBTQ young people by providing a space to share stories in an honest and respectful way.

http://wearetheyouth.org/ 

Asexual Visibility and Education Network

AVEN hosts the world's largest online asexual community as well as a large archive of resources on asexuality. AVEN strives to create open, honest discussion about asexuality among sexual and asexual people alike.

https://www.asexuality.org/ 

Gender Justice Glossary via UCSD

This list has been created collaboratively between the staff at the UC San Diego Women’s Center and UC San Diego LGBT Resource Center. We built this page together as both Centers seek to create space for thinking critically about gender and power, as well as the impact of gender, gender identity and gender expression on individuals, communities and institutions. Intersectional feminism and its understanding of patriarchy, white supremacy and power guides our approach. We hope that this information helps you in your exploration of gender justice issues.

Gender Justice Glossary of Terms

The San Diego LGBT Community Center

The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Queer, Transgender, Nonbinary, Immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region. 

https://thecentersd.org/  

TransFamily Support Services 

TransFamily Support Services guides transgender/non-binary youth and their families through the gender transitioning process to help make it the most positive experience possible. They provide family coaching, assistance with healthcare and insurance issues, help navigating the legal system, and support at schools. All services are provided at no fee. 

https://transfamilysos.org/

North County LGBTQ Resource Center

Serves the lesbian, gay, transgender, bisexual, and questioning (LGBTQ) community of North County San Diego. Our service area includes the communities of Encinitas, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, Rancho Bernardo, Fallbrook, Camp Pendleton, and other outlying areas.

https://www.ncresourcecenter.org/

San Diego Pride

In addition to our annual festivities, San Diego Pride has donated more than $3 million dollars to LGBTQ-serving nonprofits and runs multiple year-round education, advocacy, and community service programs. Pride festivities have grown from a small grassroots march for equal rights into the largest civic event in the region, with activities that span a full week of celebrating the LGBTQ community.

https://sdpride.org/

The Gender Phluid Collective

A safer, supportive, and empowering home for Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), Queer and Trans People of color (QTPOC), and those who identify within the African Diaspora in San Diego. GPC provides support groups, resources for community health services, and mental health services as well as helps provide items for those transitioning, or just needing a little help maintaining. We do welcome everyone to our space, but we do have boundaries and ask that these boundaries are respected.

https://www.thegenderphluidcollective.com/

Christie's Place 

Christie’s Place is a nonprofit social service organization in San Diego County that provides HIV/AIDS education, support and advocacy. Our mission is to empower women, children, families and individuals whose lives have been impacted by HIV/AIDS to take charge of their health and wellness.

https://christiesplace.org/ 

San Ysidro Health HIV

The HIV services department at San Ysidro Health is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life of people living with HIV and their families. We recognize that learning to live with HIV / AIDS can be challenging, which is why we offer a comprehensive array of quality HIV services in a caring, supportive environment where guests can feel at home, amongst friends and family. 

https://www.syhealth.org/hiv 

Our Safe Place 

Our Safe Place provides very necessary mental health services and drop-in centers for LGBTQ+ youth up to age 21 and their families. 

https://sdyouthservices.org/services/our-safe-place/

 

Pride Student Mixer:

The Pride Student Mixer occurs at the start of each Fall and Spring semester. It's an opportunity to kick of the semester with City students, faculty, and staff that identify within the LGBTQIA+ community along with our allies. 

Click here to view the Spring Pride Student Mixer video:

Lavender Graduation:

The Lavender Graduation is an annual event to honor and recognize our LGBTQIA+ graduating students. 

Click here to view the 5th Annual Lavender Graduation video:

Pride Flag Raising Ceremony:

The Pride Flag Raising Ceremony occurs during the first week of June to kick off Pride Month! It serves as reminder of our committment and support for our City College students, faculty, and staff that identify with the LGBTQIA+ Community. 

Click here to view the 4th Annual Pride Flag Raising Ceremony video: