Although complications may arise, Blecher-Cohen said it is important to keep in mind that student cooperation and activism can and have already led to positive changes in the queer community. He gave the example of the Office of BGLTQ Student Life, which according to Blecher-Cohen was founded in response to student activism and advocacy for a dedicated institutional space.

Jinadasa, another intern at the Office of BGLTQ Student Life, agreed that the formation of the office marked a step forward for the community.

“I can feel a tangible difference on campus, just from having that institutional support,” she said.

The QSA is also changing its structure to be more welcoming. According to C.Z., these changes include hosting more casual and less politicized discussions focused on sharing experiences, altering the role of the political co-chairs to emphasize their responsibility for inviting speakers, and increasing newcomer participation.

C.Z. said attendance at QSA general meetings has increased this year—with a large number of freshmen attendees—which she believes shows that the organization’s changes have been positively received.  

Despite these improvements, Blecher-Cohen said he hopes the community continues to grapple with these issues.

“Inclusivity is never something you reach and it’s done,” he said. “It’s something that—for every new action, every new event, you need to be thinking about it.”

—Staff writer Quynh-Nhu Le can be reached at quynhnhu.le@thecrimson.com.

—Staff writer Sara A. Atske can be reached at sara.atske@thecrimson.com.

This article has been revised to reflect the following correction:

CORRECTION: November 11, 2014

An earlier version of this article incorrectly stated the class year of Christopher Frost. In fact, he is a member of the Class of 2015.