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Are the Arts Alive at BC? Alumni Reflect On Whether the University Is Doing Enough

BC has a multitude of dance, a cappella, and comedy groups, as well as a successful theatre program. Yet, there are very few notable BC graduates who have gone on to work professionally in creative fields. Most alumni end up in conventional, white-collar professions—law, business, politics. This prompts the question: Is BC doing enough for its arts scene? 
BC's defense grabbed four interceptions in the 2008 win. (Paul Criado / Heights Staff)

17 Years of Silence: The Story of BC’s Last Holy War Win

Maria Stefanoudakis, Sports Editor October 29, 2025
This year’s game marks half a century of the Holy War. It is a rivalry, a tradition, and a legend. Boston College has not won since 2008, when the Eagles shut out Notre Dame 17–0 at home in front of nearly 45,000 people. Here’s the story of that game, told by the people who were there to witness it.
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