A group of young men at the University of Miami are aiming to shatter these stereotypes by beginning a frat of a completely different nature – they are in the process of launching a chapter of a nationally established gay fraternity.

From Oct. 5-9, SpectrUM sponsored the nationwide event “Coming Out Week” on campus at UM. The week featured a mix of both fun and serious events to spread awareness about equality issues and to encourage those who are not yet out that there is support available.

Hillel holds events that welcomes people off all faiths