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There’s a Difference Between a Professor and a Graduate Assistant. BC Needs Clearer Course Listings.

The Heights Editorial Board • February 9, 2025

The Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences falls short on transparency by failing to clearly disclose when graduate teaching assistants are teaching courses and leaving students in the dark about who is actually behind the lectern.

What’s Lacking in the Standard Student-Professor Dynamic?

Alexa Piedra • December 4, 2022

Have you ever had a really shitty teacher? Maybe they did not explain the material well, were very strict with their assignment deadlines, or just put half the class to sleep. It doesn’t just matter what they teach, it matters how they teach.

UPDATE: 24 BC Law Professors Sign Onto Letter to the Senate Condemning Kavanaugh Nomination

Jack Goldman • October 4, 2018

Twenty-four Boston College Law School professors signed a letter asking the U. S. Senate not to confirm U. S. Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh. The letter was sent to The New York Times, and it will be presented to the U. S. Senate on Thursday. Kavanaugh is facing multiple accusations of sexual assault.

How Professors Handle Snow Days: TU/TD

TU/TD • March 14, 2018

"Snow Day Calculator gave it a 99 percent chance specifically for BC—it was basically guaranteed."

Back to School Guide: Professors Worth Taking

Archer Parquette • August 30, 2017

With new professor Angela Ards and old favorites like Seth Jacobs, this list covers some of BC's best.

Joycestick Debuts in Dublin, Transporting Users Back to 1904

Heidi Dong • June 16, 2017

In honor of Bloomsday, an international celebration of James Joyce's life and legacy, the minds behind Joycestick are celebrating in the most fitting way possible.

Lynch School of Education Hires Show Promising Future

The Heights Editorial Board • March 19, 2017

"Lynch’s decision to recruit diverse faculty members is a crucial step in improving the school’s effectiveness and progress in the modern world."

This Summer, Professors Hit the Books

James Lucey • September 11, 2016

During our time off, Boston College professors of all disciplines hit the books in the name of academia all across the globe.

BC Advising Joins Career Center to Hold “Professors, Pastries, and Professions”

Chris Russo • January 31, 2016

The Advising Center and Career Center have joined together to create an outlet for students to meet professors and advisors, "Professors, Pastries, and Professions."

Ask The Experts: Professors & Culinary Professionals Pick Boston Restaurants

The Heights • November 5, 2015

The Heights asks professors and culinary professionals, 'What is the best bite in Boston?'

TU/TD: Spring Break Oh So Close

TU/TD • February 18, 2015

Spring break is on its way, and we are so ready to get out of the snow.