LBGTQ+ Services’ Programs

LBGTQ+ Services has a wealth of programs. See below for our monthly programs and our signature programs we put on every year.


Check out some of our upcoming programs that are open to all. If you want to work on an event together, email us at lbgt_wxgs@mit.edu. All events are free and open to all in the MIT community.

May Programs

Lavender Graduation

Join LBGTQ+ Services for the 2026 hybrid Lavender Graduation on Friday, May 1 at 4:30 p..m. US Eastern Time to celebrate our LBGTQ+ and ally MIT undergraduate and graduate students who have graduated or will be graduating in 2026 and the wonderful things they’ve accomplished.  This event is in collaboration with and hosted by our friends at Alumnx Pride and the MIT Alumni Association and will be hybrid, all are welcome. More details about the information in the RSVP link, graduates must RSVP to actively participate.

June Campus Partner Program

Boston Dyke March

Women and Gender Services (WXGS) is planning our annual signature event of taking MIT community members down to the Boston Dyke March. Please feel free to show up in the Rainbow Lounge between 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. for food, make posters, stuff your free drawstring backpacks with water bottles, temporary tattoos, flags, snacks, sunblock, etc.

At 5:30 p.m. everyone will take the Redline down to the Boston Common to enjoy the festivities that start at 6 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

  • Date: Friday, June 5
  • Time: 4:30 p.m.
  • Location: Rainbow Lounge (50-250)



It’s a Vibe Workshop series is an interactive, multi-day program centered on storytelling, discussions, and actionable strategies to foster belonging and strengthen networks in personal, academic, and professional spaces for LBGTQ+ and ally communities.


The MIT Lavender Graduation is an annual ceremony hosted by LBGTQ+ Services and Alumni Association. This event celebrates the achievements and contributions of LBGTQ+  and ally students, faculty, and staff. The event includes speeches, music, awards, and the presentation of lavender cords to graduating LBGTQ+ and ally students.


MIT’s National Coming Out Day is a celebratory event organized by LBGTQ+ Services. Programs have included: LBGTQ+ and Allies Family Dinner, workshops on “coming out vs inviting in”, LBGTQ+ and allies with LBGTQ+ student groups, LBGTQ+ movie night, and more.


The Rainbow Compass Mentorship program is open to all current students of MIT interested in connecting with LBGTQ+ faculty and staff. This year-long program helps students build confidence, learn more about LBGTQ+ resources at MIT, provide guidance and advice on professional development, and build LBGTQ+ and ally community at MIT.

Applications for ’24-’25 year are currently closed

The MIT Trans Day of Remembrance is an annual event organized by LBGTQ+ Services and the Office of Religious, Spiritual, and Ethical Life (ORSEL) to honor and remember the lives of transgender and nonbinary individuals. The day typically includes a live streamed memorial service, speakers, and educational programming to raise awareness about the challenges faced by the trans and nonbinary community.

The MIT Trans Day of Visibility is an annual event to celebrate and uplift the achievements and contributions of transgender and nonbinary individuals. Programs have included workshops, panels, and social events aimed at increasing visibility and building inclusive community at MIT.

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