No. 10 BC’s Offense Falters in 3–1 Loss to BU

Sebby FitzGerald • February 28, 2026

No. 10 Boston College lost to Boston University for the first time this season on Friday night as the Eagles' offense faltered, resulting in a 3–1 loss to the Terriers.

BC Foundations Program Offers Back-Door Admission to a Few Wealthy, Connected Applicants

Annika Engelbrecht, Danica Bergen, and Willy Connors • February 25, 2026

Housed at BC's Messina College, the Foundations program offers an alternative path to admission for some students, many of whom are wealthy and connected.

Students Gather in Anti-ICE Protest Outside of St. Ignatius

Nikita Osadchiy and Danica Bergen • February 23, 2026

Boston College students gathered across from St. Ignatius Church on Saturday evening to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)-perpetrated violence and call for future political action. “We...

BC Closes and Cancels Monday Classes for the Second Time This Semester

Annika Engelbrecht • February 22, 2026

For the second time in four weeks, Boston College closed and canceled classes due to a snowstorm that’s expected to bring up to a foot and a half of snow to the greater Boston area.

Perchance Is Emerging as One of BC’s Most Exciting Student Bands

Milo Priddle • February 22, 2026

Perchance the Band is one of the most popular student ensembles at Boston College, and the first group to perform on Live From The Newsroom presented by Music Go Round Boston: a live performance show in which The Heights’ office will be the backdrop for short sets from some of the most talented musicians on campus.

In Student Admission Program, Black Students Balance Authenticity With Advertising

Willy Connors and Danica Bergen • February 19, 2026

On a predominantly white campus, Black students in the Student Admission Program (SAP) must navigate sharing their authentic experience while representing Boston College to prospective students. 

Pentagon Considering Graduate Tuition Aid Cuts for Active Service Members at Boston College

Willy Connors • February 18, 2026

The Department of Defense (DOD) will review and potentially cut off tuition aid for active service members at Boston College and other elite universities nationwide that are no longer “committed to American values,” per a video statement from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

FACES Hosts Vigil To Honor Victims of ICE Violence

Willy Connors • February 15, 2026

FACES Council, Boston College’s student-run anti-racism organization, held a vigil to honor victims of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations across the nation on Friday afternoon.

“Love Does Win”: Rev. Eric Jackson Brings a Ministry of Inclusion and Hope to Newton’s Eliot Church

Riley Del Sesto • February 15, 2026

Pastor Eric Jackson, shaped by civil rights activists and teachings, leads Newton's Eliot Church with sermons combining academics, social justice, and inclusive love after a 17-year career across five prior congregations.

No. 14 BC’s Beanpot Momentum Snuffed in 4–2 Loss to Merrimack

Genevieve Morrison • February 14, 2026

No. 14 BC lost its Friday-night matchup to Merrimack 4–2, leaving the Eagles with their second consecutive Hockey East loss following a pre-Beanpot loss to Vermont.

UGBC Releases Statement Addressing ICE After Months of Pressure

Danica Bergen • February 13, 2026

UGBC affirmed its solidarity with immigrant and international students amid “violent behavior” from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in a statement Thursday morning that followed months of student pressure.

Campus Connections: Five BC Faculty Couples’ Love Stories

Evie Oosting and Elizabeth Maher • February 13, 2026

The person who stands at the chalkboard proctoring tests with a menacing gaze couldn’t possibly be the same person who returns to their spouse and family at the end of each day—or could they? The Heights spoke to five married couples who work at Boston College. Here’s what they had to say.