Home isn’t just a place — it’s a feeling of belonging, authenticity, and support. In this episode of Discover Boston College, host George Kaparis ’27 sits down with Maeve, Director of the Queer Leadership Council, and Claire Mengel '26, Assistant Director, to explore how QLC fosters connection, advocacy, and community for LGBTQ+ students at BC. They discuss upcoming Pride Week events, collaborations with student organizations, and what it means to create a truly affirming space on campus. Whether it’s building partnerships, organizing mixers, or simply being there for one another — this episode highlights how QLC helps every student feel at home on the Heights.
Home isn’t just a place — it’s a feeling of belonging, authenticity, and support. In this episode of Discover Boston College, host George Kaparis ’27 sits down with Maeve, Director of the Queer Leadership Council, and Claire Mengel '26, Assistant Director, to explore how QLC fosters connection, advocacy, and community for LGBTQ+ students at BC. They discuss upcoming Pride Week events, collaborations with student organizations, and what it means to create a truly affirming space on campus. Whether it’s building partnerships, organizing mixers, or simply being there for one another — this episode highlights how QLC helps every student feel at home on the Heights.
0:00 | Welcome to Discover Boston College with George Kaparis ’27.
0:18 | Meet Maeve Yurcisin ’27 and Claire Mengel '26 — leading voices behind the Queer Leadership Council.
0:59 | What QLC is and its mission on campus.
1:32 | Partnering with campus offices and student organizations.
2:17 | Pride Week preview — events to look forward to.
3:00 | Tabling, wellness bags, and student outreach.
3:37 | How QLC ties into the theme of “homecoming.”
4:01 | What home and authenticity mean for queer students at BC.
4:50 | Advice for students still searching for their space on campus.
5:03 | Creating your own community and leading with representation.
5:51 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College!