Kristin Chenoweth, known for her roles in TV, movie and Broadway shows, will be the guest performer at the 2016 Pops on the Heights gala.
Off Campus, Top Story
Graduate of the Class of 2016 Died in Phoenix Home, High School Confirmed
Timmy Frakes, MCAS ’16, passed away Tuesday morning at his parents home in Phoenix, Ariz. More information to come.
On Campus, Top Story, News
This Year’s Convocation Speaker is a BC Alum and VP of Walgreens
Author of ‘A Chance in the World’ and Vice President of Walgreens Steve Pemberton, BC ’89, will address the incoming freshman class at the 2016 Convocation ceremony.
News, Top Story, Featured Story
BC Student Has Been Found After Missing Commencement
BC student Dana Morrissey, MCAS ’16, reported missing Monday afternoon after not being at the commencement ceremony Monday morning, was found by Newton Police several hours later.
Features, Person of the Year 2016, Person Of The Year
Momentum Award: Eradicate BC Racism
The Heights awarded Eradicate Boston College Racism with a momentum award for its anti-racist activity on campus throughout the 2015-16 academic year.
Top Story, On Campus, News
The State of Race: UGBC, Admin Prioritized Dialogue, Culture Shift Over Policy Change
Throughout the course of the year, discontent on campus with regards to race led UGBC and the administration to open up dialogue on these issues but they were unable to change much of the University’s policies.
News, On Campus, Top Story
Tom Coburn Semifinalist for Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Tom Coburn, CEO of Jebbit, is the semifinalist for the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2016 Award. The winner will be announced on June 23 at a gala event at the Boston Marriott Copley Place.
News, On Campus, Top Story
End of the Line: Napoli, Hussey Close Out Term of Student Interest Success, Policy Challenges
UGBC president Thomas Napoli, MCAS ’16, and vice-president Olivia Hussey, MCAS ’17, hosted more events this year but were unable to accomplish major goals.
News, Top Story
Triumph in Corcoran Commons: Printers to be Installed in June
After many years of logistical and bureaucratic holdups, the University will be installing printers in Corcoran Commons this summer.
On Campus, News
‘Feminists Coming Out Day’ Promotes Dialogue on Gender Equality
The Women’s Center, along with UGBC and other campus groups, hosted ‘Feminists Coming Out Day’ on Stokes Lawn on Monday. This is a part of numerous on campus initiatives to encourage dialogue on feminism.
