But with the student group Intersection and events such as Qpocalypse!, Spencer said a safe space is available for people who fit in these minority groups.

On Monday evening, laughter, pizza and Scattergories filled the Heritage Room in the Multicultural Center as almost 15 individuals, most of whom identified as members of a racial minority and as an LBGT student, staff member or ally gathered at Qpocalypse!

Qpocalypse! was hosted by Intersection, the queer persons of color and allies group in the LBGT Resource Center, affiliated with the Office of Cultural and Academic Transitions, for LBGT individuals of color to mingle and enjoy each other’s company, Spencer said.

“When you’re part of multiple communities, sometimes you (can feel like you) don’t have full access to any of them,” Spencer said.

Microbiology and molecular genetics senior Gavin Rienne said as a member of both communities, it’s important for students to know about events such as Qpocalypse! and be aware this sort of place is available.

Rienne said this type of an atmosphere is unique because it gives a person such as himself, who is a black LBGT student, an opportunity to meet people with similar backgrounds.

“For a lot of students, when they come to a university, it’s important that they expose themselves to different things, but you also need to have a base where you can connect,” Rienne said.

Rienne said it always is important to understand different viewpoints and perspectives, and becoming involved in a group such as Intersection can provide just this.

Psychology senior Jimmy Johnson said involvement in Intersection not only should be about LBGT or minority students, but about embracing the idea of accepting and learning about people of any and all cultures.

“You can’t just limit yourself to one culture,” Johnson said. “The world, and especially … America, is (not) based on one culture. It’s actually a conglomeration of different cultures and ethnicities and we have to be (versatile) if we want to succeed in life.”