<p>I'm applying there for transfer and I was just wondering how gay friendly the school is? A friend of mine that is also applying there wants to know, and since I am bi myself, I was interested as well. Thanks. :]</p>
<p>Vela, I think this question, no offense, is a little unfair. I am a religious conservative…one of those Bible toting people who really sees the Bible as the inspired Word of God. Nonetheless, I think that most conservatives are perfectly comfortable with gay people as people. I think there is a difference of opinion on certain topics between gays and religious conservatives…such as on gay marriage, but that does not normally translate to a dislike of gay people. And my only personal objection to the legalization of gay marriage relates to the fact that I don’t want my church to have to perform gay marriages. I think…really…that even though there are places where there are more or fewer gays in the community, and that might be more or less comfortable for you personally…your choice… there are few people who are “unfriendly” to gay people anymore…on any campus. I think you should visit and then decide if it is “friendly”.</p>
<p>Well, I was just wondering if gay people are shunned or if they’re treated like any other person would be. I mean, I myself am not for gay marriage since marriage is for religious purposes and each religion should have their own choice… I do believe in like civil unions and whatnot though. But that’s another topic. 
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<p>I did visit the school a while ago but it was a Saturday and there wasn’t many people around. I’m a girl so it’s not like people can tell by looking at me that I’m personally bi. (Not butch. I like being cute and whatnot lol) That and it’s not like I flaunt it and shove it down people’s throat.</p>
<p>Vela, I think there are lots of stereotypes about conservatives, just as there are lots of stereotypes about gay people. You will find other gay people on any campus, and people on campus will be young, and likely pretty unfazed by your sexual preferences. I think you’ll be fine on all but a few very very conservative campuses. I’m sure that James Madison is fine…if you like the rest of what it offers…I’m sure it is fine. I’m sure that there are other campuses that have a more liberal feel, but I really don’t think most people even think about this issue much.</p>
<p>JMU is in the south and it’s a pretty preppy school as well with a certain amount of jock types. It’s not exactly Sarah Lawrence. That said, being bi is hardly being gay(at least if you’re a girl) in people’s eyes. Being bi as a guy is more or less ‘coming out’. Guys watch 90 % of porn. And guys don’t fap to other dudes banging each other but almost all guys fap to lesbos. So don’t worry. You’re not exactly threatened.</p>
<p>Also, JMU, like any campus, has a mixed crowd. Unis are always far more liberal and Virginia is one of those 50/50 states. Part south, part north.</p>
<p>I think you’d be okay but probably not thriving. A LAC would be a better choice if you don’t mind the size.</p>