” It is certainly difficult to guarantee that a diverse group of candidates will be available and suitable to hire, and BC has made progress in the past couple of years in hiring a high proportion of AHANA faculty.”
News, On Campus, Top Story, Administration
Admin Proposals on Diversity, Inclusion Met With Hope, Skepticism
In interviews this week, student leaders indicated that they wonder whether the administration can meet its proposals by implementing concrete changes.
Opinions, Letters To The Editor
LTE: A Response to “Looking Forward to a Progressive Future”
“Father Leahy and BC are merely exhibiting the very Jesuit ideals this University was founded upon in 1863,” writes Dietrich in her letter.
Column, Opinions
Looking Forward to a Progressive Future
“Now, with the enactment of the new 10-year plan, the establishment of an LGBTQ+ resource center should be one of the BC’s primary directives in addressing the aforementioned challenges.”
News, Top Story, Administration
Academic Deans Release Statement Denouncing DACA Decision
They join University President William P. Leahy, S.J. in condemning President Donald Trump’s decision.
Opinions, Column
How to Change BC for the Better
“The truth is, campus activism works. It may seem like those pesky protests on O’Neill Plaza are just photo-ops for #woke students’ Instagrams, but they can be truly transformative events that change the campus culture.”
On Campus, News, Top Story
Students, Administrators Discuss Strategic Plan at ‘BC Moving Forward’
UGBC president Russell Simons said the purpose was to have meaningful discussion about the future of the University.
Opinions, Column
Student Pens Open Letter to Admin After Denied a Chance to Walk at Graduation
Kiara, a rising senior, wanted to walk at this past year’s graduation so that her mother, who is suffering from Ovarian cancer, would have the chance to see her graduate. Her request was denied.
News, On Campus, Top Story
‘BC Looking Forward:’ Students Voice Visions of BC’s Future at Dinner
As part of an 18-month strategic planning initiative, BC administration and UGBC invited students to voice their visions for the future of the University on Monday.
Editorials, Opinions
Looking Forward Event Should Occur Yearly
“The administration should continue to attend these meetings and work with UGBC to better understand student concerns.”
