The mission of the Disability Services Office says, “that students with disabilities [will] receive support services and accommodations that permit equal access to all Boston College programs and the opportunity to realize their potential and develop effective self-advocacy skills.” I just wish they would stick to that.
LTE: Socio-Economic Diversity And The FAFSA
The controversy surrounding previously unclear FAFSA policies touches a nerve on the Heights. Regardless of the reasons behind the oversight, which may have made the financial aid process more difficult for some students, it is a poor reflection on BC and was rightly corrected as soon as possible. The deeper questions about socio-economic diversity at BC that this incident has raised remain unresolved.
Rhythm Of Life And Jazz
By: Alex Gaynor
Life can be a lot like jazz. The funny thing about jazz is that, contrary to many other genres of music, it doesn’t always come with a plan.
COLUMN: Reflecting On Love
By: Jovani Hernandez
What do Smokey Robinson’s “Ooo Baby Baby,” Maxwell’s “Fortunate,” and Miguel’s “Adorn” have in common? They’re all love songs.
COLUMN: Defamiliarizing Ourselves
By: Patrick Angiolillo
Today we run the risk of becoming too familiar with things. In our daily lives we are often caught up in the familiar routines we have. We simply fall into the routine trap of everyday life, and there is nothing inherently wrong with that. So I propose we defamiliarize.
COLUMN: What Are You Leaving Behind?
By: Emma Vitale
My first year at Boston College spanned from August 2012 to May 2013, and it was quite the unforgettable year. Although I’m very happy that I have moved on from the Newton bus and have started to experience the perks of being an upperclassman, there are aspects of being a freshman that I’m sad to leave behind.
BC Effectively Ensured Safety During Storm
By: The Heights Editorial Board
When severe weather threatens to affect the Boston area, the Boston College administration faces many decisions about what actions to take in response. During last Wednesday’s snowstorm, the Emergency Management Executive Team reacted admirably to keep the campus safe and the essentials functioning for all community members.
COLUMN: It’s A Small World After All
By: Jaclyn Susskind
So much in the world to see and hear, but do we really experience life in a simple way at all anymore? Has the rise of technology forever trampled the possibility of living a simplistic life in our society?