Queer Student Association

BCC campus in rainbow colors

Welcome!

The Queer Student Association (QSA) at Berkshire Community College (BCC) is committed to providing a safe space for members of the BCC LGBTQ+ community. It is a judgment-free zone for any student in need of support regarding their sexual orientation or identity. ALL students are welcome!

QSA events

Burke the Falcon holding a rainbow pride flag

Contact Us

Erica Barreto, Coordinator of Student Diversity Programs and Belonging
ebarreto@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-1613

Fall 2025 Events

BCC is committed to providing universal access to all our events. Email Erica Barreto at ebarreto@berkshirecc.edu to request disability accommodations.

Falcon Fest and Resource Fair

Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Free lunch is provided to all BCC students
Outdoor walkway Melville/Connector

Welcome to the fall semester! Let's enjoy together an outdoor lunch of dogs, burgers, and all the extras! Talk with BCC Clubs, organizations, and campus resources. Game On! We will have some fun outdoor games to play. Look for the raffle wheel located at the Student Engagement Table. We will have some great raffle items!


QSA First Club Meeting

Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
M302

Join fellow QSA members for a club meeting. This space is for students by students. All are welcome.


Live Out Loud Berkshires Annual LGBTQ+ Conference

Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Berkshire Community College, The Connector

Register for Live Out Loud

Join us for Berkshire County's annual community conference to strengthen our understanding and advocacy of the LGBTQIA+ population. This year's theme is Intergenerational Collaboration. Attend workshops, meet new people, eat lunch and explore the community resource fair!

Want to submit a workshop proposal or volunteer?

Contact Erica Barreto at ebarreto@berkshirecc.edu.

Live Out Loud Oct. 4, 2025 at BCC

Resources

Queer Book Database: a database of books by and about LGBTQ+ folks and our stories

Queer Liberation Library is fighting to build a vibrant, flourishing queer future by connecting LGBTQ+ people with literature, information, and resources that celebrate the unique and empowering diversity of our community.

The QSA maintains a list of local LGBTQIA+ healthcare resources. Find doctors, therapists, and other health options via our resources link.

LGBTQIA+ Resources