Traditionally, fire drills are emergency exercises that simulate a building evacuation in the case of a fire. In the corporate world, however, a “fire drill” is what you call it when shit hits the fan.
Opinions, TU/TD
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of April 2
From the Clough Colloquium’s lecture series to UGBC’s speaker sessions, Boston College has no shortage of prominent speakers showing up to campus.
TU/TD, Opinions
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Feb. 26
The combination of midterms and freezing cold walks to class have left us exhausted, and Spring Break could not be coming at a more opportune time.
Opinions, Column
Rest, Young Grasshopper
There is nothing more unsatisfying than waking up from a nap and still feeling unrested. As someone who took an unsavory nap today, I can say with all due passion and emphasis that it is one of the most aggravating experiences known to man. In fact, my experiences with these imposter naps have been so…
Opinions, Editorials
Boston College Should Limit Assignments Due After Breaks
Boston College—as an institution grounded in the Jesuit, Catholic tradition—should better protect its students’ well-being by enforcing a policy limiting assignments due directly after breaks. This change would help the University prioritize students’ mental health and honor the Jesuit, Catholic commitment to cura personalis, or the care of the whole person. Students at BC are…
