Although the UVA case might not have been entirely factual, it has certainly started a conversation about the prevalence of sexual assault on campuses nationwide.
Students Rally For Change On Campus
Non-violent student protest is becoming an increasingly relevant tool in achieving the social justice aims BC espouses.
Changes Presented For Student Guide
UGBC’s proposed reforms to the Student Guide could open BC up as a university, creating an atmosphere more conducive to the expression of ideas. An attentiveness to detail, however, and understanding of the nuance of University policy will be necessary in ensuring these changes can be smoothly implemented.
Supporting Students In The Fellowship Process
Although BC does very well in supporting students pursuing a Fulbright grant, it does not do as well encouraging students to apply for more prestigious grants, exhibited by the school’s low number of Rhodes and Marshalls. Expanding the UFC and encouraging a culture of fellowships would do much to improve the school’s competitiveness.
Recommendations For Student Guide Revisions
As the Dean of Students’ Office works on revising the Student Guide with the Office of Student Involvement and UGBC, these are some concerns they should keep in mind.
Process For Choosing New EVP Reveals Troubling Disregard For UGBC’s Constitution
The process by which UGBC selected its new Executive Vice President after the resignation of Chris Marchese was inconsistent with the protocol outlined in the Constitution. This reveals a disconcerting disregard for the contract between the student government and the student body.
A Collaborative Path To A Better Student Guide
The Dean of Students’ Office is currently rewriting the Student Guide, a much needed action. It is commendable that they are involving students in the process, and students should take advantage of the opportunity to share their view.
Research Methods Reveal Ethical Shortcomings
Recent events at Harvard, Stanford, and Dartmouth have raised questions about ethical practices in conducting research. The failure to seek informed consent from the participants in two projects is reprehensible.
A New Way To Foster Film And Acting On Campus
The collaboration between Exposure Productions and the BC students behind Mod of Cards is a positive way of encouraging artistic development on campus. It offers a model of how BC might better prepare students for creative fields.
An Improvement To Ethics Oversight
BC recently launched a third-party hotline for ethics complaints. The establishment of this hotline is an improvement to the University’s internal auditing.