The Boston College LGBTQ+ Alumni Council strives to provide programs and events that foster a vibrant and inclusive community for LGBTQ+ alumni and allies, engage with and be a resource for the student body and serve our communities in keeping with the values of our Jesuit education.


 

Upcoming Events

 

 

Northern California Boston College Alumni Pride Celebration

Northern California Boston College Alumni Pride Celebration

When: June 26
6:00 pm
Where: The Detour
2200 Market Street
San Francisco, California

Join the Boston College LGBTQ+ Alumni Council and the Northern California Chapter of the Boston College Alumni Association for their second annual Pride Month celebration in San Francisco! Meet fellow LGBTQ+ and ally alumni in Northern California during Pride weekend in The Castro over cocktails and light fare. This event is for 21+ only.

Past Events

 

 

LGBTQ+ Council Service Project at SAGE Center

LGBTQ+ Council Service Project at SAGE Center

When: April 17, 4:30 pm
Where: SAGE Center- Chelsea
305 7th Avenue, 15th Floor
New York, New York

The LGBTQ+ Council and the NYC Chapter participated in a day of service. Attendees participated in the dinner service for clients of SAGE – an organization that provides advocacy and services for LGBTQ + Elders. Volunteers helped with food preparation, serving the meal, and clean up.


Boston Alumni Pride Month Picnic

Boston Alumni Pride Month Picnic

When: June 17
Where: India Street and Atlantic Avenue
Boston, Massachusetts

The LGBTQ+ Alumni Council had an outdoor picnic downtown to celebrate Pride Month! Casual lunch was included with event registration.


Pre Tony Awards Celebration

Pre Tony Awards Celebration

When: Tuesday, June 6
Where: The Players
16 Gramercy Park South
New York, New York

The LGBTQ+ Alumni Council, NY Chapter, and Alumni Arts Circle held a special Pre-Tony’s party at The Players in New York City on Tuesday, June 6, at 6 p.m. Participants gained exclusive access to this historic and legendary New York City property, and mingled with other alumni who have similar passions for the “Great White Way.” There was a special appearance and performance by BC alum Anthony Nunziata ’06. 


LGBTQ+ Alumni Webinar Building Bridges featuring James Martin, S.J.

The BC LGBTQ+ Alumni Council invites you to join us for a webinar, "Building Bridges: How the Church Can More Effectively Reach Out to LGBTQ+ People."

The webinar was led by James Martin, S.J., a Jesuit priest, editor at large of America Media, consultor to the Vatican's Dicastery for Communication, and author of the New York Times bestsellers Jesus: A Pilgrimage, The Jesuit Guide, and Learning to Pray. He recently founded the website Outreach.faith for LGBTQ+ Catholics and those who minister to them.


LGBTQ+ Eagles for Others

LGBTQ+ Alumni Council Spring Social

Wednesday, April 28

The LGBTQ+ Alumni Council had an evening of conversation and camaraderie!

 Attendees joined small breakout rooms to meet and get to know fellow alumni. 


 
LGBTQ+ Eagles for Others

LGBTQ+ Eagles for Others

Tuesday, December 1

The LGBTQ+ Alumni Council held a night of conversation and virtual socializing in November of 2020. The night began with a panel featuring BC alumni whose work supports the LGBTQ community, and concluded with breakout rooms so that alumni can meet each other and socialize. Panelists included: Kristen Campbell '07, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, New York Methodist Hospital, Gregg Cassin '80, HIV Peer Health Counselor, Shanti Project, and motivational speaker, and Jane Barry-Moran '14, MA'16, Manager, Programs and Partnerships, Out Leadership. The discussion was moderated by LGBTQ+ Executive Committee member Paul Wendel ’08, Executive Communications at Cisco.

Jane Barry-Moran '14, MA'16

Jane Barry-Moran '14, MA'16
Manager, Programs and Partnerships, Out Leadership

Gregg Cassin '80

Gregg Cassin '80
HIV Peer Health Counselor, Shanti Project

Paul Wendel ’08

Paul Wendel ’08
LGBTQ+ Executive Committee member

Kristen Campbell '07

Kristen Campbell '07
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, New York Methodist Hospital


 
Boston College LGBTQ+ Alumni Council

LGBTQ+ Alumni Council Discussion with Joy Moore and Caroline Davis

Thursday, August 13

Participants joined the LGBTQ+ Alumni Council for a conversation with Joy Moore ‘81, H’10, Vice President of Student Affairs and Caroline Davis, Director of Outreach and Student Support. The event was moderated by LGBTQ+ Executive Committee members Larry Holodak '84 and Martin Casiano '15, and also featured remarks from Co-Chairs Matt Putorti '06 and Laura Dello Stritto '13. Participants learned about how Boston College is providing support and programming for LGBTQ+ students, as well as how these programs have adapted in the wake of the pandemic.