Oxford LGBTQ+ Society International Students -Welcome!
People from all over the world gather in Oxford, carrying their place of origin with them. It’s in the sense of humour, the foods and smells we miss, familiar landmarks and conversational placeholders, body language and intimacy. It’s easy for us to feel out of place, even in communities we think we ought to feel welcome in, such as the LGBTQ+ one. This mismatch of expectations and reality may is often difficult and especially true for LGBTQ+ international students who may be handling the disruption of transitions across languages, cultures, sexual expression, gender identity and the like.
We want to reassure you that it is okay to feel lost, unsure, adrift and anxious for a social raft. Be brave – there is a place for you and friendships to be made. We understand that coming overseas for university is always overwhelming, no matter where you’re from; and it’s so important to us that you know you have a support network. We, your two friendly neighbourhood international reps, are happy to help. We want to help make your transition to Oxford as easy (and fun!) as possible.
Contact us personally or come find us at one of the many events we’ll be putting on regularly for students like you. Between us and the Welfare Reps, as well as your college support services and welfare teams, there is always someone to talk to.
We want to reassure you that it is okay to feel lost, unsure, adrift and anxious for a social raft. Be brave – there is a place for you and friendships to be made. We understand that coming overseas for university is always overwhelming, no matter where you’re from; and it’s so important to us that you know you have a support network. We, your two friendly neighbourhood international reps, are happy to help. We want to help make your transition to Oxford as easy (and fun!) as possible.
Contact us personally or come find us at one of the many events we’ll be putting on regularly for students like you. Between us and the Welfare Reps, as well as your college support services and welfare teams, there is always someone to talk to.
