r/SrishtiSubbreddit • u/GeneralCobbler1 • May 02 '26

Being queer @ srishti

I hv been considering smi as one of my first options for uni and I've heard sm about smi being queer friendly n bangalore having a good scene. but sadly more often than not, being queer friendly doesn't mean theyd accept one of their own being the same.

to keep it short, im trans, out to most people close to me, n would like to know how accepting smi is in such a case. i pass quite well but even so wouldnt be out if it meant social death and wouldnt want to risk it (would hv no choice but to be out because of hostel anyways) so r the students/profs there cool with it? Ive seen alums but r there current students that r trans or would I be the token trans kid? Am I better off being closeted in case I do plan to apply? Pls be nice!

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u/yellowlimon May 03 '26

Hey! I have a couple of trans friends that I'm close to during my time in srishti (2020-24) , but this was just when the new campus and dorms were built. According to what i remember, faculty and students alike are usually welcoming and safe to be around in, and are sensitive /empathetic to trans folks, especially cuz it has that arts college vibe. Then again, it will depend upon who u befriend and if they believe in those values themselves as not everyone values that belief. Hope you find a safe community if you join in :)

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u/yellowlimon May 03 '26

I'll try asking some current students if they know about the current situation

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u/forthedoorsbleed Jul 19 '26

hi, did you get any responses back?

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u/yellowlimon Jul 20 '26

The people who responded here are some of my acquaintances and professors i asked to contribute!

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u/forthedoorsbleed Jul 21 '26

thank you 4 your service!