Naturally, one would assume the adaptation is a cinematic portal into a world we’ve mined, crafted, and dreamt of for over a decade. But alas, the film falls short of our nostalgic wishes.
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Carnegie Corporation President To Deliver 2025 Commencement Address
Dame Louise Richardson, president of the Carnegie Corporation of New York, will deliver Boston College’s 2025 commencement address on May 19, the University announced.
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BC Raises Cost of Attendance to $91,792 for 2025–26, 3.57 Percent Increase
Boston College raised its annual cost of attendance to $91,792 for 2025–26—a 3.57% increase and the third-largest hike in a decade—while boosting need-based financial aid by $13 million to help offset rising costs.
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Sellers-Garcia Discusses Boston’s Climate Strategy
With climate change increasingly acting as a wildcard, preparing for and mitigating its effects is becoming more challenging. But according to Oliver Sellers-Garcia, Boston’s first Green New Deal director and special advisor to Mayor Wu on climate action, Boston is evolving to meet the moment.
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BC Barred Student Organization From Endorsing Presidential Candidate, Emails Show
The College Democrats of Boston College, a registered student organization on campus, was barred from publicly endorsing and phone banking for Kamala Harris by University administrators five days before the 2024 presidential election, according to emails obtained by The Heights.
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BC Professors Reject Sen. Cruz’s Claims, Defend Research Grants Against “Woke” Allegations
Boston College professors pushed back on a report by U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz that claims National Science Foundation (NSF) grants awarded to them promote “woke” diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives or “neo-Marxist” propaganda.
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Free Speech Group Condemns BC’s Demonstration Policies, Calls for Reforms
In a letter to University President Rev. William P. Leahy, S.J., the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) condemned Boston College’s demonstration policies for violating First Amendment principles, urging the University to eliminate its requirement that speeches and chants be pre-approved prior to demonstrations.
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BC Enforced Speech Restrictions and Thorough Approval Process for Pro-Palestinian Demonstration, Emails Show
Boston College administrators required organizers of a Feb. 13 pro-Palestinian demonstration to revise and remove portions of their speeches, disclose speakers’ identities, and refrain from using amplified sound and “public facing” advertising before granting approval to demonstrate on campus, according to email exchanges obtained by The Heights.
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“I’m Very Grateful”: Rev. Jack Butler, S.J., To Serve as Next University President
Rev. John “Jack” Butler, S.J., Haub vice president for University Mission and Ministry, will serve as the 26th president of Boston College, Board of Trustees Chair John Fish announced in an email to the BC community Tuesday afternoon.
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From Isolation to Empowerment: Black in Business BC Bridges the Gap for Black CSOM Students
Black CSOM students at Boston College often face isolation and underrepresentation, impacting their sense of belonging and professional growth. In response, they’ve built their own support networks, including Black in Business BC, a student-led group providing mentorship, resources, and career connections. Despite challenges, they foster a strong, unified community.
