Cecilia Fernandez is a member of the Gay Straight Alliance (GSA). The club supports gay and lesbian students on campus and raises awareness about bullying. The Gay Straight Alliance meets Tuesdays at 1 p.m. in Room 338 of the Art and Behavioral Science Building.

What made you want to join the Gay Straight Alliance?

I joined because I’m an older lesbian, and it’s kind of like making sure that my younger lesbians and gay boys are not  being stereotyped and that they can recognize the signs when others are trying to affect them. I want to make sure they know how to handle it accordingly and respectfully.

What events are you working on now?

We’re trying to go to the GSA Pride in Los Angeles that’s supposed to be a really great fund raiser. We’re also trying to start an anti-bullying campaign here on campus.

What is your favorite thing about the club?

Watching the members of the club respond to each other like the younger members of the club and how they adapt to each other and certain situations.

What is the most challenging thing about the club?

The most challenging thing about the club is getting more of an accepting environment because even though we are accepted, they are still some steps to take to make it a completely equal environment.

Why should people join this club?

It lets them open up a little more and gain knowledge about gays and lesbians. The club helps people come to terms with their own sexuality.  Also, the club helps to show that we’re not monsters or anything. We’re actually very colorful, harmless people.