Trans at UCSC
UC Santa Cruz is home to a vibrant and diverse trans, nonbinary, and gender-expansive community. Whether you’re looking for gender-affirming gear, community connections, or resources to support your wellbeing, the Cantú Queer Resource Center is here to help you navigate campus life and beyond. Explore the links below to find support, connection, and tools to thrive.
Gender Affirming Gear (GAG) Closet
The GAG Closet supports UCSC students in expressing their gender with comfort and confidence. Browse a wide range of free gender-affirming items—including binders, bras and inserts, tucking underwear, and more.
NorCal T-Camp
NorCal T-Camp is an annual retreat where trans, nonbinary, and gender-expansive students from across Northern California come together for community-building, workshops, and fun.
Campus Support
Find trans-affirming services at UCSC—from health care and mental wellness to housing, counseling, and ID/name updates. This page brings together practical info for navigating campus systems as a trans or nonbinary student.
Community and Online Resources
Explore off-campus and online resources created by and for trans and nonbinary communities. This includes crisis support, affirming health care, name and gender change information, recommended media, places to shop for gender-affirming gear, and more.
Pronouns and Inclusive Language
Learn about the importance of inclusive language and how to respectfully use pronouns. Whether you’re exploring your own identity or supporting others, this page offers tools to build a more affirming campus.