Brian's Story

Since moving from Vancouver to enroll in the Sexual Diversity Studies program at UC, Brian Wilson’s academic and leadership skills have blossomed. He currently serves as co-president of the Sexual Diversity Studies Student Union (SDSSU) and, when not on campus, you can often find him onstage as a performer in Toronto’s drag scene. His academic excellence, leadership roles and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community earned him the Emperor I. Sergio Apolloni Scholarship, which has helped motivate him to pursue graduate studies in the field of education. “As a new drag queen, receiving this award meant a lot to me,” he said. “I would love to one day be able to use my drag as a means to help my community.”