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@mit.edu. All events are free and open to all in the MIT community.

November Programs

Bagel Break with Milena Pagan `11

Come join us for a Bagel Break with MIT ’11 alum Milena Pagan. Milena will talk about her experience as a Latina woman founding Rebelle Artisan Bagels, and how she used her food science expertise to bring her brand of bagels to Cambridge. Connect with Milena and other MIT students who are interested in food, community, and business — plus taste test a variety of Rebelle’s famous bagels.  All are welcome to join.

  • Date: Friday, November 6
  • Time: 5-6 p.m.
  • Location: Rainbow Lounge (Walker 50-250)

Trans Day of Remembrance

In partnership with ORSEL, all are welcome to attend and be in community with one another for Trans Day of Remembrance. This vigil will be held in the MIT Chapel with music, reflection, and speeches in memory of trans and gender diverse lives who have been lost.

  • Date: Wednesday, November 18
  • Time: 12 – 1 p.m. 
  • Location: W15 | MIT Chapel


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 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.