Boston College surpassed universities like Duke, Cornell, and the University of Virginia to take the 22nd spot on Forbes’ Top Colleges in America ranking.
Health Services Relocates to 2150 Comm. Ave
UHS began operations in its new location in 2150 Comm. Ave today with updated equipment and additional space.
Wicked, Glee Star to Perform at 2016 Pops on the Heights Gala
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.
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.
At Commencement 2016, a Look Forward With the U.S. Secretary of Energy
The remarks from U.S. Secretary of Energy Ernest J. Moniz, BC ’66, focused on embracing change in a world that has shifted in many key ways, as shown by massive environmental change, like increased snowfall, and social tragedies, like the Boston Marathon bombings.
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.
$25 Million McMullen Museum to Open This Fall
The new McMullen Museum, funded in part by the Light the World campaign, will open on Brighton Campus in September. The first exhibit will feature pieces from Harvard University’s Houghton Library and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
‘The Reality is Always Better Than the Brochure:’ Graduates at Agape
“Agape Latte Extra: Senior Night” featured graduates from the Class of 2015 who shared their experiences in the last year since graduation.
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.
Down 2 Percent From Last Year, Admissions Received 29,000 Applications
Down two percent from last year, the Office of Admissions received 29,000 total applications for the class of 2020. Last year, BC received 29,486.