Jeremy Torres, M.Ed.

Pronouns: He, Him, His and They, Them, Theirs

Phone: 617-253-8792

E-mail: ejtorres@mit.edu

Jeremy is a dynamic and dedicated professional who excels in fostering inclusive environments and driving positive change within educational institutions. Currently at MIT, they collaborate with various departments, administrators, and student groups to spearhead the development and implementation of cutting-edge educational programs that focus on the intersectionality of LGBTQ+ issues.

Prior to joining MIT, Jeremy served as the Residence Director of the Cultural Crossroads and Honors College Living-Learning communities at the University of Vermont. With a rich history in supporting students within residential colleges, Jeremy has held key roles such as Residence Director, Community Coordinator, and Gender and Sexuality Program Coordinator.

Jeremy's commitment to supporting Queer and Trans collegians is evident through their innovative programmatic efforts. This includes conducting comprehensive training sessions for university students, staff, and faculty in LGBTQ+ competencies. Empowering individuals to enact positive change, Jeremy's initiatives promote Queer Joy, conflict mediation, restorative practices, and student crisis intervention.

Moreover, Jeremy has played a pivotal role in advising Fraternity and Sorority Life Councils, contributing to the establishment of Queer and Trans Fraternity and Sorority Life Councils. Their influence extends to the development and facilitation of impactful Social Justice leadership programming.

Jeremy holds a Master's in Education in Higher Education, Student Affairs, and Administration from the University of Vermont College of Education and Social Services. They earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Denison University, majoring in Political Science with a concentration in Queer Studies. Jeremy's diverse educational background reflects their passion for creating inclusive spaces and advancing the field of student affairs.

Pronouns: She/They

E-mail: aleopold@mit.edu

Audrey is a first-year MSW student at Boston University studying maco-level social work practice.   She joins us in Boston after completing their undergraduate degree at The Ohio State University in May of 2022.   At OSU, she double majored in Social Work and Sociology, and had a minor in Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies.  They have an extensive background in activism and policy advocacy through their involvement with reproductive rights campaigns in Ohio, non-police crisis response research, as well as student engagement tactics with the ACLU of Ohio.  Audrey’s passions lie within a space that advocates minoritized populations whose access to valuable resources has been severed or made more difficult.  She is eager to understand political tactics related to all human rights issues and their historical relevancy to a person’s identity.  

Audrey looks forward to working with everyone in LGBTQ+ Services at MIT, as well as creating a safe space for queer students on campus.  They hope to engage and collaborate with students and faculty to provide information on relevant social topics in their own communities.