student life Archives

End the Semester on a High Note With These Fun (and Free) Events

Katherine Malloure • April 24, 2025

Looking for something fun to do with friends? Need a break from studying? Is your bank account running a little low toward the end of the semester? Good news—the final weeks of the semester are packed with fun (and free) events on campus.

Traditional Food, Games Light Up Faces At Night Market

Victor Stefanescu • October 24, 2021

Ten clubs showcased their respective cultures through food, traditions, and games in the spirit of night markets, which bring people together in cities across the globe.

University Should Send Out Additional Information on New Stay-at-Home Advisory

Opinions • November 10, 2020

While the University should properly communicate with students regarding how changing state rules will affect on-campus life, students should make sure that they are fully aware of what the rules entail in order to be responsible citizens.

How to Meet Your Neighbors (The College Edition)

Grace Christenson • February 2, 2020

Imagine opening the door of your home to a horde of small, female strangers exuding awkwardness, shoving a dozen donuts in your face and yelling, “These are for you!” Nightmare? Dream come true? Who’s...

Be Thankful the Other 364 Days of the Year

Eleanor Grondin • November 18, 2019

Thanksgiving is a joyous time centered around family, food, and of course, giving thanks. With life seemingly becoming faster paced by the day—whether that be due to technological advances or simply...

We Can All Learn from “The Patriot Way”

Eleanor Grondin • October 28, 2019

It’s that time of year again—football season is in full swing, and the New England Patriots are 7-0. Patriots fans like myself are, as usual, thriving off team wins but also highly critical of each...

Skunk Hunting in the Mods, Part Two

Grace Christenson • October 8, 2019

Since my last column, I’ve rapidly gained a reputation as the trail-blazing, gorgeous lead reporter covering the skunk beat of Boston College. Two (that’s 2!) strangers approached me about my investigative...

VP for Student Affairs Joy Moore Previews Changes

Abby Hunt • August 28, 2019

After serving in the position on an interim basis since last fall, Joy Moore, BC ’81, was named vice president for Student Affairs last month, an opportunity she said she is thrilled about and reaches far past what she ever thought was possible in her career.