Thompson Rivers University

Rainbow flag flying over campus

June 2, 2017

Rainbow flag on campus.

The Pride flag is raised in front of the Campus Activity Centre, flying high above the campus for the month of June.

The colours of the flag reflect the diversity of the LGBT community, and the flag is often used as a symbol of pride during LGBT rights marches. While it originated in Northern California, the flag is now used worldwide.

Fostering diversity and encouraging students to find their path is only part of what makes TRU a different kind of university. The unique cultural perspectives of all students and employees are valued with a strategic priority to increase intercultural understanding.

Did you know?
Designed by San Francisco artist Gilbert Baker in 1978, the rainbow flag first flew in the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Parade on June 25, 1978. It consists of six stripes, with the colours red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and violet, each with their own meaning.

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