On Monday morning, the Undergraduate Government of Boston College released a statement addressing the BC community in the aftermath of violent events.
News, On Campus, Top Story
The State of Race: UGBC, Admin Prioritized Dialogue, Culture Shift Over Policy Change
Throughout the course of the year, discontent on campus with regards to race led UGBC and the administration to open up dialogue on these issues but they were unable to change much of the University’s policies.
Opinions, Editorials
Administration Should Address Race Issues More Publicly
“Though the administration has addressed UGBC’s concerns, the University should make its response more public and show the student body that it is actively engaged with the issues.”
News, On Campus, Top Story
End of the Line: Napoli, Hussey Close Out Term of Student Interest Success, Policy Challenges
UGBC president Thomas Napoli, MCAS ’16, and vice-president Olivia Hussey, MCAS ’17, hosted more events this year but were unable to accomplish major goals.
Features
After Five Extra Weeks, Elections Committee Looks Back at a Hectic Election
Coming off of a hectic elections year, the BC Elections Committee takes a well-deserved breather and reflects on a wild semester in undergraduate politics.
News, Top Story
Triumph in Corcoran Commons: Printers to be Installed in June
After many years of logistical and bureaucratic holdups, the University will be installing printers in Corcoran Commons this summer.
News, On Campus
McKibben Encourages Student Activism to Raise Awareness for Climate Change
On Thursday night, environmentalist Bill McKibben spoke about his experiences in the field and how politicians, businessmen, and Pope Francis address environmental issues.
News, On Campus
‘Feminists Coming Out Day’ Promotes Dialogue on Gender Equality
The Women’s Center, along with UGBC and other campus groups, hosted ‘Feminists Coming Out Day’ on Stokes Lawn on Monday. This is a part of numerous on campus initiatives to encourage dialogue on feminism.
Top Story, Features
Meet the Prez and VP: Simons and McCaffrey on Finding BC’s Middle Ground
Russell Simons and Meredith McCaffrey, both MCAS ’17, joined the race late, but won fast.
News, On Campus
UGBC Hosts Second Annual Earth Day Fair
UGBC hosted the second annual Earth Day Fair on Stokes Lawn on Friday. The Fair featured several student organizations, like EcoPledge.
