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Though a bout with mental illness forced Miguel Garcia '17 to take a leave of absence in 2012, his studies in the humanities have provided cathartic insight into his journey back to health. “Both the study of history and literature deal with the nuances of the human experience — the beautiful, the brutal, and the mundane."

Hitting the books after hitting a wall

Miguel Garcia ’17 returns from mental health struggle with new perspective on life, literature, and his future

Arts|

DateMarch 20, 2017December 10, 2018

The Rev. Jamie Washington, a founding member of the Social Justice Training Institute, offered “10 tips” for engaging with BGLTQ issues during his keynote address at the opening of the new Office of BGLTQ Student Life.

New chapter in student life

College opens office for BGLTQ community

Campus|

DateMarch 30, 2012July 19, 2019

Divinity School students Julie Rogers (left) and Sierra Fleenor participated in a candlelight vigil the day after National Coming Out Day, when the BLGTQ and allied community at Harvard observed a moment of remembrance and reflection.

Standing as a community

Students, Faust, Hammonds speak in support of BGLTQ students

Campus|

DateOctober 13, 2011June 4, 2019

Forest named director of BGLTQ student life

Director’s office and student lounge to open in early 2012

Campus|

DateSeptember 9, 2011June 26, 2019

Harvard College Dean Evelynn M. Hammonds said the director will be a resource for undergraduates who identify as BGLTQ or have questions about their sexuality, and for all students who want to help create a supportive climate for their classmates. “The new director will bring together the College’s existing — and substantial — supports for BGLTQ students, and also take a leadership role in the creation of new programs and initiatives.”

A director of BGLTQ student life

New position will improve coordination of College resources

Campus|

DateApril 27, 2011July 24, 2019