I find myself starting my final school year and its two remaining semesters. I intend to fully embrace the thirty weeks or 210 days I have left.
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Herrd: BC’s Savior or Demise?
Whether you want to know how dinner at Lower tastes, what the updates of the hockey game are, or the latest piping hot tea from the Boston College student body, Herrd is your one-stop-shop to figure it all out.
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Reflections on a Jesuit Education
I have now spent the past six years of my life in a Jesuit learning environment and as most know that comes with a lot of reflection. In fact, I probably spent at least a third of my high school career reflecting.
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The Power of a Luxurious Lexicon
Actions speak louder than words. There is no debate. A hug means more than a, “I’m here with you,” and a salute means more than a, “I respectfully acknowledge you.” With this firm belief, a lot of people ask me why I even bother to be an English major.
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Whatever You Live Will Be Life
In the spring of 2020, a few months before I was an official Boston College student in the Class of 2024, I was a disenchanted high school senior with no idea of what the future might hold. I was perpetually tired, perennially anxious, and in desperate need of direction.
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Conversation Partners: Oh, La La!
Contrary to most students, I love icebreakers. Admittedly, I am competitive in group discussion settings. I try to have the most creative response to the prompt.
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A Tale of Testimony and Resilience in West Virginia
Powerless to stop these injustices when she was younger, Heaven was now fully equipped to make a tangible difference in her community. She knew plenty of people worked in the big cities, but who would advocate for people in Appalachia? Immediately, Heaven rose to the challenge.
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A Mosaic of Those You’ve Loved Most
As a kid, being called a “copycat” felt like the most hurtful insult I could receive. Well-meaning adults would attempt to offer consolation, saying “Imitation is the highest form of flattery,” but this adage was no match for my crushed 10-year-old ego.
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Mental Health and Coping in the Digital Age
The mental health conversation is the loudest it’s ever been and everyone has something to say. The internet has revolutionized how openly we talk about mental health, but this revolution was not without its consequences.
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Artfully Apathetic: Musings on Creative Burnout
When was the last time you were touched by a piece of art? While a seemingly simple question, I have found myself stumped.
