PTC supports local LGBT community

Each year since 2005, hundreds of LGBT community members and their allies from around Minnesota's East Central area meet to network, learn and celebrate with pride at the East Central Pride in the Park event. This Sunday, it was Pine Technical College's first year attending the event, and members of PTC's Diversity Committee staffed a booth to showcase its support.

"Our booth got so much positive feedback; it was wonderful," said Theresa Fish, Sociology Instructor and Diversity Committee member. "We had the chance to connect with prospective and current students, alumni, community members, politicians and other MnSCU employees and demonstrate the school's commitment to being inclusive," Fish added.

Other vendors/booths at the event included Anoka-Ramsey Community College, East Central Minnesota Men's Circle, PFLAG, Rural Action Aids Network and more. Hot dogs, hamburgers, popcorn and desserts were served along with a lineup of entertainment including a comedy act and live music.


Photo: Members of PTC's Diversity Committee staff the booth at the 2010 Pride in the Park event.