University of London Union

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The ULU building
The University of London Union (commonly referred to as ULU, pron. 'yoo-loo'), founded in 1921, is the students' union for the University of London. In 1957 it moved into its current seven-floor building in Malet Street, Bloomsbury. Its facilities include a large swimming pool.

LGBT history

Fairs were held at ULU in the 1970s and 80s after London Pride[1], and Winter Pride was held there in 1989 and 1990.[2]

The Gay Teachers Group was founded at ULU in 1974.[3]

There was a ULU Gaysoc in the 1970s.

Gay London Swimmers used to have nude swimming sessions there.

London Orca train at ULU.

At one time the Dolphin Swimming Club was based there.

References

  1. Out of the Shadows page 61
  2. Out of the Shadows page 64
  3. Out of the Shadows page 131