<p>I am fairly certain that Northeastern is where I want to spend my undergraduate years. But, just like any other college I am looking at, I want to make sure that this school is LGBT friendly before I declare it my #1 choice. I've heard that Boston is a very liberal city, and so even if NEU isn't as diverse/tolerant as I hope, I don't believe that it would be <em>that</em> much of a problem (correct me if I'm wrong). In a nutshell, I would really appreciate it if you guys could answer some questions I have regarding the LGBT scene at NEU! :)</p>
<p>-I've read that NEU has certain LGBT groups/clubs. Are they very active?
-How close is the LGBT community in general?
-...Are there many "out" lesbians? ;)
-Would you say that the majority of the student body is open-minded and tolerant?
-Would you say that the administration is tolerant?
-My friend's brother goes to a college where most LGBT's are pretty gender queer or androgynous looking. I have only met one or two other openly gay people (I live in the down south in the bible belt), so I honestly have no clue if this is the norm. How would you say gays/lesbians "look"? I am fairly feminine. Would this be looked down upon by other LGBT's??
-If I were to write my essay about all the crap I go through for being a lesbian down south, would I be "discriminated" against by admissions officers? Lol, this may seem like a ridiculous question, but down here I know it happens.. I'm an academically strong student, but I'm terrified that writing my essay about that would put me at a disadvantage.
EDIT: I tried looking it up, but couldn't find anything about the NEU essay. Do they even have one????
-Lastly, how is the city of Boston in general? Would I have much to do if I don't plan on trying to sneak into certain bars/clubs/etc. that only admit 21+? Let's say the club scene isn't my thing.... would I have a hard time meeting people?</p>
<p>Im not too familiar with the organizations but heres a link [Gay</a>, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Community at Northeastern University > For Students](<a href=“http://www.glbt.neu.edu/students.html#groups]Gay”>http://www.glbt.neu.edu/students.html#groups) . I would suggest that you contact the organizations directly to get a more receptive response. Northeastern and Boston in general is VERY diverse and you will have no trouble making friends depending upon how social you are. Like any major city you will find jerks particularly “m a s s h o l e s” as they would call them here.</p>
<p>I had a few LGBT friends at NEU and most seemed to be pretty comfortable. I cannot say for certain but I think the campus is pretty acceptable. Of course you run into people who are just idiots and say dumb stuff but overall most don’t have a problem or make trouble about it (as it should be). We did have an incident last year where a vulgar slur was written on a wall in a dorm but the admin stepped in right away, had it cleaned, and had the RAs/RDs talk to the resident hall occupants where the incident occurred. They also issued a statement saying the admin and the NEU community will not tolerate such acts or something to that effect.</p>
<p>I would say Northeastern is very accepting. I think the scene is part of the larger city in this case. All of the gays from all the schools mix together. The gay groups on campus tend to be “uncool”. The bottom line is Northeastern is one of the most liberal schools in the country in one of the most liberal cities in the country. I know we have gender neutral housing in the new dorm on campus.</p>
<p>it’s just the common app essay, which basically has no question and you write anything.</p>
<p>i would highly highly highly doubt they’d discriminate against you in the admissions process - they’re looking for a diverse school.
but i would guess that 99% of gay people write their essay about it. so it may not be the most original. so make it your own.</p>
<p>okay… well first off I’m gay and just went to my freshman orientation at NEU. Let me say that you have NOTHING to worry about. I met more gay men than straight men to be honest. They take diversity and tolerance extremely serious and respect is demanded. Everyone I met either was gay/was completely accepting of gay people. </p>
<p>As for NuBiGLIA (the schools ax-co) it’s pretty large and present as far as these groups go. </p>
<p>And as for your essay… most gay people do not write about their homosexuality… well. So if you feel that it really is necessary than write away! Just keep it interesting/not cliched. </p>