“Boston College has a socially conservative and Roman Catholic identity, which only contributes to a culture of anti-queerness, which can exacerbate this problem,” said Hugh McMahon, UGBC Senator and MCAS ’20.
News, On Campus, Top Story
UGBC Candidates Debate Objectives for Diversity and Inclusion
The candidates were then asked a series of probing questions about their knowledge of current initiatives for diversity on campus and their plans to enhance the experiences of underrepresented individuals.
News, On Campus
UGBC Debates Sexual Health Referendum, Students for Sexual Health
The resolution stated that the University should allow Students for Sexual Health to distribute contraceptives to the BC community and have meetings without official University funding or recognition.
News, On Campus
‘Girls Leadership’ Founder Addresses Perfectionist Culture, Self-Compassion
“We have this sense that no matter how hard we work, we can never be enough, and to me, that is a byproduct of being told you have to be amazing at everything you do,” said Rachel Simmons, a bestselling author, educator, and motivational speaker.
News, On Campus
UGBC Passes Resolution on Regular Committee Updates, Rejects Absent Co-Sponsorship Vote
Overall, the “Resolution Concerning Regular Committee Updates” was largely supported during the questioning and debate period.
News, On Campus
Student Assembly Rejects Resolution on Threats, Personal Attacks
After a tied vote on the “Resolution Concerning a UGBC Stance Against Threats and Personal Attacks,” Tt King, UGBC executive vice president and MCAS ’18, voted “no” to break the tie.
News, Featured Story
UGBC Creates ‘Committee Legacy Program’ to Facilitate Year-to-Year Transition
The SA also debated a Resolution Concerning a UGBC Stance Against Threats and Personal Attacks on Tuesday.
News, Top Story, Administration
BC Signs Letter Asking Congress to Take Action on Dreamers
Boston College joins hundreds of other universities in signing a letter to congressional leaders. University President Rev. William P. Leahy, S.J. has always been a supporter of DACA, and wrote in the statement that rescinding DACA is a mistake that conflicts with the nation’s values and heritage.
On Campus, News
UGBC Introduces Resolution in Response to Racial Incidents
Vice President of Student Affairs Barb Jones and Dean of Students Thomas Mogan attended the meeting to listen to the presentation, contribute to the conversation, and answer questions.
News, On Campus, Featured Story
Student Assembly Welcomes Freshman Senators
Hannah Chen, MCAS ’21, wants to create a stronger community for freshmen.
