Boston College Athletics
SAFE SPACE PROGRAM
The Athletics Department is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all individuals regardless of their race, color, culture, citizenship, gender, sexuality, creed, or religious affiliation. As a result, the Athletics Department has identified several individuals to serve as Safe Spaces Designees for students who may experience concerns related to various forms of discrimination.
Safe Space Designees are confidential resources for student-athletes to express their concerns or frustrations and are available to all student-athletes, not just those who identify within an underrepresented or marginalized community. Those that are feeling distressed or triggered by current events or observations are welcome to seek support.
Student-athletes who connect with an Athletics Department Safe Space Designee can expect to be heard and to receive appropriate resources, when applicable. The Athletics Department Safe Space program will eventually work in concert with an online anonymous reporting platform, so matters of concern can be elevated to Athletics Administration when appropriate while also protecting the identity of the student-athlete. Safe Space conversations and appointments may occur in-person, virtually, or by telephone.
Students may anonymously report a concern via Real Recruit by texting “Report an Issue” to 66595 at any time. You will receive a link to file a report anonymously with the administration.
Michael Harris | Director of SAAS
harrisvs@bc.edu | 443-365-9688
Patrice Bouzan | Learning Specialist/Academic Counselor
bouzan@bc.edu | 617-552-1497
