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LGBT History Month 2019 Faces – Marielle Franco

A voice that could not be silenced

Marielle Franco is the Lesbian Face for LGBT History Month 2019. A councillor who grew up in one of Rio de Janeiro’s most dangerous favelas, Franco was a human rights activist who campaigned against police corruption and violence, and on behalf of Brazil’s most vulnerable. She was a proud member of the LGBT community, and one who fought tooth and nail for its safety and rights. When she was murdered on 14th March last year, the loss of her vital and outspoken voice was felt keenly throughout the country. She was a rising political star who fought with integrity, charisma, and determination, and her death sparked outrage and demonstrations in Brazil and across the globe.

LGBT History Month 2019 faces – Robert Graves

Robert Graves is the Bisexual Face for LGBT History Month 2019. He was a British poet and writer, who also participated in world War 1 as a Fusilier. Much of Graves’ work is influenced by his time at war, labelling him as one of the ‘War Poets’. His other influence was the relationships he had, throughout his life, with individuals of both sexes.

New Quick Access PCs in Augustine House

If you need to find a PC to quickly check your emails, access Blackboard or print a document, you might want to try the new Quick Access PCs coming soon to Augustine House. These will be on the ground floor and will allow you to log on for 15 minutes, so they’re perfect if you just want to pop in and out without having to scour the library for a free computer.

LGBT History Month 2019 – What’s going on?

It’s nearly February and the Library and Learning Resources team will be proudly supporting and celebrating LGBT History Month.

This year the event is looking at the history of the LGBT community with a focus on peace, reconciliation and activism.

As before four individuals have been selected as the faces of LGBT History Month 2019 due to their involvement with the overall theme. These are:

  • Magnus Hirschfeld (1868-1935) German Physician
  • Marielle Franco (1979-2018) Brazilian Politician
  • Robert Graves (1895-1985) English Poet
  • Marsha P Johnson (1944-1992) American Drag Queen

Improving your grades just got easier! – Skills4Study – new modules

Feel like you need a little help with your referencing or want to further develop your writing skills? Skills4studycampus is a free online resource that can help you improve your grades and hone your academic skills.

This online resource is interactive and very easy to use. There is also the added benefit of being able to access the site on either a desktop device or tablet, enabling you to use the support on and off campus.