All students do have extended tap access to use the space during 6 am - 2 am the following day. Come on in!

Signature Programs

Crafting Your Identity with Wellbeing Lab

Description: Join LBGTQ+ Services and the Wellbeing Lab for a creative workshop where you can explore your identity through embrodiery. This hands-on session will provide space for self-reflection and expression, guided by student workers from both LBGTQ+ Services and the Wellbeing Lab. All materials will be provided, and no crafting experience is necessary. Come connect with others and create something meaningful to you!

Date: Wed, May 1st
Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Wellbeing Lab

Lavender Graduation

Description: Join us for Lavender Graduation, a ceremony that celebrates the achievements and contributions of LGBTQ+ and ally students at MIT. This event honors their unique experiences and successes, providing a space for reflection, recognition, and community. Graduating students will receive lavender cords to wear during the Institute Commencement ceremony. Friends, family, and allies are welcome to attend and show their support.

Date: Friday, May 3rd, 2024
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: MIT Welcome Center (E38) RSVP: 2024
Lavender Graduation RSVP (Guest Only)

Should you have any questions or require further information, feel free to reach out to LBGTQ+ Services at lbgt@mit.edu. We look forward to your presence and participation in making this Lavender Graduation a memorable and uplifting experience for everyone involved.

LBGTQ+ Advisory Board

Description: Join us for the final LBGTQ+ Advisory Board meeting of the semester. This meeting will be a time to reflect on the past year, provide feedback on LBGTQ+ Services programs and initiatives, and discuss plans for the future. Your input is invaluable to us as we strive to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for the LGBTQ+ community at MIT. We look forward to seeing you there!

Date: Tuesday, May 7th
Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Zoom (link will be provided)

MISTI + LBGTQ+ Services: The LBGTQ+ experience abroad: Being out in the world

Description: MISTI and the Rainbow Lounge invites MIT students of all sexual orientations and genders for a session featuring queer-identified students sharing their experiences living, working, and studying abroad. Panel followed by informal discussion. Contact Misti@mit.edu

RSVP by May 1, 2024 for food count.

Date: Friday, May 10th
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: E40-496 & Zoom (Hybrid)
RSVP: Click Here

Rainbow Compass Mentorship End of Year

Description: Join us for the Rainbow Compass Mentorship End-of-Semester Gathering! This event is a celebration of the mentorship relationships that have formed throughout the semester. Mentors and mentees will have the opportunity to reflect on their experiences, share stories, and enjoy some light refreshments. It's a great way to wrap up the semester and celebrate the connections made through the Rainbow Compass Mentorship Program. We hope to see you there!

Date: Tuesday, May 14th
Time: 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Rainbow Lounge (50-250)

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Library Resource

We have an online library to see all our books! Click Here. You can check them out in person when you visit the Rainbow Lounge.

LBGTQ+ Services Programs

LBGTQ+ Services has a wealth of programs. Below you'll find our current list of programs that change every month. If you're interested in learning more about our programs for incoming students, annual events, reoccuring programs, and our Rainbow Compass Mentorship program then please go to our history of LBGTQ+ Services Programs Page here.

Want to work on an event together? Email lbgt@mit.edu The LBGTQ+ Services staff is here to make it happen.

The generous contributions to the LBGT Resources and Programming Fund help ensure a safe and supportive campus-wide community where lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender, questioning individuals, and their allies are all welcomed as equals. . Find out how you can Give and MORE + by clicking on the links provided.