Since 1778 when Lieutenant Gotthold Frederick Enslin became the first service member dismissed from the military for homosexuality, persons who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender have faced discrimination in the military. Since the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” LGBTQ+ service members have been allowed to serve openly in the U.S. military and federal benefits have been extended to cover their dependents. Come hear veterans talk about their service, sacrifice, and discrimination they faced while serving their country.
vets.umich.edu/vetsweekLGBTQ+ in the Military Panel
Veteran's Week 2020
November 9, 2020
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Online in Zoom
Contact Information: vets.umich.edu/vetsweek
Counts towards DEI continuing professional education
Since 1778 when Lieutenant Gotthold Frederick Enslin became the first service member dismissed from the military for homosexuality, persons who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender have faced discrimination in the military. Since the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” LGBTQ+ service members have been allowed to serve openly in the U.S. military and federal benefits have been extended to cover their dependents. Come hear veterans talk about their service, sacrifice, and discrimination they faced while serving their country.
