Bi/Pan/Omni-Sexual Affirmation
Abigail Francis, Director of LBGTQ Services
| Jan/21 | Thu | 05:30PM-06:30PM | 50-005 |
Enrollment: Limited: First come, first served (no advance sign-up)
Join us as we consider the complexity of sexuality and sexual orientation. Over dinner we will delve deeper into bisexual, pansexual, and omnisexual community identities. We will discuss experiences in coming out as non-monosexual, reactions from peers, and the feelings of support or isolation from both the straight and queer communities. How do we make the MIT campus a safe and comfortable place for Bi/Pan/Omni communities? Come discuss ways to foster a greater sense of belonging for individuals all across the sexuality spectrum!
Contact: Abigail Francis, 50-005, 617 253-0684, AFRAN@MIT.EDU
How to Smell Really Good (Emotionally): An Introduction to Emotional Hygiene
Adam Reynolds
| Jan/22 | Fri | 12:15PM-01:15PM | 50-005 |
Enrollment: Unlimited: No advance sign-up
The ups and downs of our fast-paced lives can often leave us in a swirl of tumultuous and muddled emotions. We keep things in check as best we can, but sometimes things accumulate and we find ourselves in an emotional rut. Perhaps we see anger spewing out towards loved ones or we're riddled with anxiety over small things or, worst of all, we're depressed and detached from our feelings. While there are many ways to support our emotional health, small, daily habits of "emotional hygiene" can often go a long way and equip us with the tools to maintain healthy relationships with ourselves and others. This lunch discussion will provide an introduction to emotional hygiene and some practical tips for developing your own emotional hygienic habits.
Contact: Abigail Francis, 50-005, 617 253-0684, AFRAN@MIT.EDU
May the (Identity Awareness) Force Be With You: How Knowing Who You Are Makes A Difference
Elizabeth Thompson
| Jan/28 | Thu | 06:00PM-07:00PM | 50-005 |
Enrollment: Unlimited: No advance sign-up
This workshop explains the differences between social and personal identities; our time together includes a chance for independent self-reflection and conversations with each other about our identities. We will discuss how an awareness of identity can affect our interactions with friends, significant others, peers, and our families of origin and choice. All are welcome. Dinner will be provided.
Contact: Abigail Francis, 50-005, 617 253-0684, AFRAN@MIT.EDU
Queer Relationships and Dating
Kate McCarthy
| Jan/15 | Fri | 12:00PM-01:30PM | 50-005 |
Enrollment: Limited: First come, first served (no advance sign-up)
Ever feel flustered and wish there were a manual to refer to when thinking about/trying to date, meet someone, navigate emotional or sexual relationships? Us too!!! Come join us for an open, safe conversation about the good, the bad, the ugly of queer relationships and dating. We’ll also walk through some aspects of healthy and unhealthy relationships and red flags around dating violence. There’s NO experience necessary and humor is always welcome. Lunch will also be provided.
Contact: Abigail Francis, 50-005, 617 253-0684, AFRAN@MIT.EDU
The Queer Career: Considerations for LGBTQ Individuals to Make When Choosing a Job
Deborah Liverman
| Jan/26 | Tue | 05:30PM-07:00PM | 50-005 |
Enrollment: Unlimited: No advance sign-up
Times are changing and more companies are not only welcoming LGBT individuals into their ranks, they are actively recruiting them. Unfortunately not all companies have been as vocal of their welcome for LGBT individuals. Given the range in openness about what companies do for their LGBT employees, it can be hard to know what considerations LGBT individuals should make in order to make the best choice. Join MIT Career Services staff for a discussion about what LGBT individuals should know before accepting a position. All are welcome.
Contact: Abigail Francis, 50-005, 617 253-0684, AFRAN@MIT.EDU
Transgender Fitness Training
Katrina Dryja
Enrollment: Limited: Advance sign-up required
Sign-up by 01/07
Limited to 10 participants
Attendance: Participants must attend all sessions
Fee: $24.99
for instruction. $56 for non-members
Not sure where to begin? No problem, start here! This class is intended for individuals who identity as transgender, gender fluid, gender nonconforming, and gender queer community. This cardio and strength based class will explore various exercise types and run for four weeks and is open to all skill levels.
This class is not availible for Physical Education credit.
Sponsor(s): Athletics, Physical Education
Contact: Stephanie Kloos, SKLOOS@MIT.EDU
| Jan/07 | Thu | 04:00PM-05:00PM | DuPont - Tclub Loung |
| Jan/14 | Thu | 04:00PM-05:00PM | DuPont - Tclub Loung |
| Jan/21 | Thu | 04:00PM-05:00PM | DuPont - Tclub Loung |
| Jan/28 | Thu | 04:00PM-05:00PM | DuPont - Tclub Loung |
Katrina Dryja
What's in your Knapsack?: Identity Development and its Impact on Your Lived Experience
La-Tarri Canty, Director, Multicultural Programs, Abigail Francis, Director, LGBT@MIT
| Jan/27 | Wed | 12:00PM-01:00PM | W20 Twenty Chimneys |
Enrollment: Unlimited: No advance sign-up
Presenters: Abigail Francis & La-Tarri Canty
This interactive workshop will encourage participants to examine how their multiple identities are developed and influenced by their upbringing, engagement at MIT and society at large.
We will also delve into the complexities of intersectionality and unpack its impact on our interactions with others.
Lunch will be provided!
Sponsor(s): Office of Undergrad. Advising/Academic Programming
Contact: Meghan Kenney, 7-103, 617 253-9764, MKENNEY@MIT.EDU
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