MIT: Independent Activities Period: IAP

IAP 2014 Activities by Sponsor - Abigail M. Francis

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Sex+Gender: Build a Better Model!

Sean Delmore

Jan/27 Mon 05:00PM-06:30PM 50-005, Rainbow Lounge

Enrollment: Unlimited: No advance sign-up

The models we use to explain gender+sexual orientation have grown from simple binaries (male/female) & linear continuums (gay, bisexual, heterosexual), to more complex versions. Still, if you've seen the Genderbread model or tried to diagram gender & sexual identities, you know there's room for improvement! Come help engineer (a) better model(s)! We'll have markers, crayons, a whiteboard, other creative supplies, some tips for getting started, and dinner. (Drop in, stay as long as you are able.) All are welcome!

Contact: Abigail Francis, 50-005, 617 253-0684, AFRAN@MIT.EDU


The "Good" Body: A discussion of LBGTQ body image and MIT culture

Zan Barry, Audra Bartz

Jan/22 Wed 05:30PM-07:00PM 50-005, Rainbow Lounge

Enrollment: Unlimited: No advance sign-up

What is a "good" body? How does negative body image impact the LBGTQ community? What are effective ways to cultivate positive body image? This session will cover the role of the media, stereotypes, and the pressures of MIT culture, and how they impact body image.

Contact: Abigail Francis, 50-005, 617 253-0684, AFRAN@MIT.EDU