When Michael Davidson, S.J., was growing up in Kingston, Jamaica, a group of Boston College students visited his school for several weeks. Davidson remembered these students for their kindness and encouragement.
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Sexual Chocolate: The Beat & the Brotherhood
Navigating a predominantly white institution like BC as a minority can pose difficulties—especially for incoming students. SC was founded in hopes of instilling a sense of community for students feeling lost while also giving them the chance to express themselves.
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Mulligan: Abbott Elementary Carves Space for African American Voices in Comedy
While there is always work to be done to highlight more diverse voices, Abbott Elementary shows that it is possible to be both entertaining and influential.
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He Felt God Call Him to Come Out. Now, He Helps Black Churches Become Safe Spaces for Others To Do the Same.
Thomas Crowley is the first gay paster at Myrtle Baptist Church, a Black church in Newton. Now, he’s helping other churches welcome gay people.
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Annual BHM Opening Ceremony Celebrates Black Identity With Reflections and Performances
The Heights Room buzzed with energy Wednesday evening as community members gathered for Boston College’s annual Black History Month opening celebration, highlighted by lively performances and speeches.
Arts, On Campus
‘Living in Color’ Reflects on Black Identity Through Art
Angus Williams, singer-songwriter and MCAS ’25, assembled a strong combination of artistic conversation and performance pieces in celebration of Black History Month this past Thursday evening. Living in Color showcased poetry, dance, gospel, and jazz music through which performers explored tensions within and outside of the Black community. Williams, also known by his stage name…
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B.E.A.T.S Celebrates Black History Month With Intimate Annual Showcase
For Black History Month, the a capella group B.E.A.T.S presented “Fight For You,” a curated showcase with songs by Black artists only and poetry readings.
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BFSAA Fosters Excellence and Leadership for 50 Years
“As support for Black students and other students of color have been essential to their success, so too has support for Black faculty, staff, and administrators,” Johnson said. “Our anniversary is a testament of our commitment to not only the Heights community, but also to one another’s success.”
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“Not Just for Ourselves, but for Everyone”: Black History Month’s Evolution at BC
At BC, Black History Month programming has surged in the past 50 years, with new lineups of theatre performances, lectures, poetry exhibits, and more. But even now, students feel the BC community can better engage with Black History Month.
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BC Community Celebrates Black Excellence at BAIC’s Annual BHM Opening Ceremony
The Thea Bowman AHANA and Intercultural Center’s annual Black History Month Opening Ceremony, which celebrated the theme “Stronger Together” this year, featured a lineup of guest speakers and performers.
