When you’re a freshman, everything is new, everything is exciting, and everything is a little bit scary. The laundry room is overwhelming. Canvas is confusing. Distractions (and emails) are everywhere. Just ask freshman year me.
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Sept. 17
No matter how you feel about Boston College football, one thing cannot be denied: Students show up for the Red Bandanna Game.
Hello, Heights!
There is no harm in just simply saying hi. You actually never know if it just might make somebody’s day. So, start greeting people this semester.
Not All RAs Are Created Equal
I aim to point out problems involving BC’s Residential Life so the University can understand the frustrations RAs on campus face.
Learning To Embrace the Extremes of Change
I have always been an extremist. In my opinions, beliefs, and actions, I have long thought that it’s all or nothing. I can’t semi-like brussels sprouts. I either like to eat them or I don’t.
Boston College Must Prioritize Admissions Diversity Efforts After Affirmative Action Decision
Boston College should develop creative solutions to maintain and continue improving diversity on campus after the top court’s decision to axe race-based affirmative action in college admissions.
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Sept. 10
From exchanging handshakes to running into hugs, Boston College students are excited to see each other. With the arrival of a new class and the return of recent alumni for football games, the campus is full of friends.
A Mormon Among Catholics at BC
I’m Mormon. More appropriately, I’m a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints—and I know of only four other undergraduates at Boston College that share my faith.
Giving Up and When To Do It
Never giving up is an idea that is culturally reinforced in music, movies, and our education system. But I’m here to tell you that giving up is great.
Loudly and Proudly Calling Upon BC To Create an LGBTQ+ Center
A resource center is an essential requirement for providing LGBTQ+ students a sense of belonging on campus in the face of administrative opposition.