About the Day of Silence

Founded in 1996, the Day of Silence has become the largest single student-led action towards creating safer schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. From the first-ever Day of Silence at the University of Virginia in 1996, to the organizing efforts in over 8,000 middle schools, high schools, colleges and universities across the country in 2008, its textured history reflects its diversity in both numbers and reach. More...

Events at Missouri S&T

  • Tuesday, April 14, 2009
    • Information Available, 11am-1pm, Havener Atrium
      Swing by to get more information on the Day of Silence and opression of GLBT individuals.
    • Everyone's a Shining Star, 7:30pm, Residential College 1 Seminar Room
      Gain a clearer perspective on what it means to "come out." Be one of the first 15 people to show up and get a free gay? fine by me.™ t-shirt!
  • Wedensday, April 15, 2009
    • LIVE HOMOSEXUAL ACTS, 11am-1pm, The Puck
      Come and see what all the fuss is about! It's an informal event, featuring KMNR.
  • Thursday, April 16, 2009
    • Information Available, 11am-1pm, Havener Atrium
      Swing by to get more information on the Day of Silence and opression of GLBT individuals.
  • Friday, April 17, 2009
    • The Day of Silence
      What are you going to do to end the silence?
    • Milk, 9pm, Humanities and Social Sciences G-5
      Come see this excellent movie, co-sponsored by SUB and The DaVinci Society. Snacks will be provided! The story of Harvey Milk, and his struggles as an American gay activist who fought for gay rights and became California's first openly gay elected official. More...