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.
LTE: Change Cannot Be Promoted Through Silence
As a white student on campus who considers herself dedicated to social justice, I am calling out the countless other students who identify in this way and yet have remained largely silent on this issue through their absence.
TU / TD: New Ownership
We’re back. We’ve missed you. And, over the next year, we’re going to grow together and share plenty of laughs. Sit down, and buckle up.
Bapst Library is Out of Outlets
If you are looking for power during finals week, stay away from Bapst.
Educating Against Racial Injustice
To understand the place race has in our lives, it is important to be self-educated.
The Ethics Of Adderall
Adderall posses great benefits, but is ultimately an unethical tool to study with.
Ignites Talk: Cusaj Thomas On Breaking The Poverty Cycle
Living homeless for a time growing up, Cusaj Thomas, A&S ’15, discussed the organizations responsible for bringing him out of the cycle of poverty at the Dec. 1 Ignites lecture.
Ignites Talk: Lisa Edouard Discusses BC’s Silence On Class Difference
For the December Installment of BC Ignites, Edouard spoke on the silence surrounding socioeconomics and being poor at BC.
LTE: Perspective On Fellowships
Since being a Rhodes Scholarship Finalist in 2011, I have returned to BC to advocate for a more robust advising office for students applying for fellowships. Especially for female applicants, however, there is more that can be done to encourage and support candidates.
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.