Hastings College Alliance will host a screening and discussion of “What Becomes You,” a documentary film by Hastings College professors; Dr. David Lovekin, professor of philosophy and chair of the department; and Jim Fritzler, professor of theatre arts, at 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 19 in French Memorial Chapel. Refreshments will be served. The event is free and open to the public.

The film follows Hilda Raz, a well-known poet, feminist scholar and editor of the “Prairie Schooner,” and her daughter-turned-son, Aaron Raz Link, as they discuss their experience of Aaron’s transgender process and the memoir they wrote about it.

The event is held in recognition of national Transgender Awareness Week, Nov. 15-20.

The Hastings College Alliance teaches and promotes safety, dignity, respect and acceptance for students of all sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions and strives to create a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for all, whether gay, lesbian, straight, bisexual, transgender or questioning.

Hastings College, founded in 1882, is a private, four-year liberal arts institution affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). A total of 64 majors in 32 areas of study and 12 pre-professional programs are offered to more than 1,150 students. Hastings College was named 75th Best Value College in the nation and #1 in Nebraska by Forbes.com and the Center for College Affordability and Productivity. It was named a 2010 “Best in the Midwest” by The Princeton Review and rated a “Best Buy in College Education” by Barron’s.