Student leaders in UGBC lack the leverage they need to make substantial or impactful change to the governing of the University.
News, On Campus, Top Story
UGBC Candidates Include Outsiders and Current Vice President
Three teams are nominated for this year’s undergraduate government presidential elections.
Editorials, Opinions
UGBC Non-Discrimination Effort is a Good First Step
The extent of GLC’s power ends with its presentation, report, and proposal. As an organization of student government, it can organize and fight for its cause, but cannot actually implement any of the policies it proposes for the University.Despite this, the proposal still remains a good first step toward its goals and, even if rejected, acts as a symbolic gesture declaring UGBC’s stance when it comes to this issue.
Opinions, Column, Featured Column
Why Student Interest Groups Can’t Win
Come this time of year, there will almost inevitably be some snarky opinion piece remarking on the futility of the incompetence of UGBC. Of course, we should be critical of our student leaders whenever necessary, but I also think it’s worth considering how many vested University interests stand to benefit from the belief that our student organizations are simply incompetent, and student advocacy only really ever touches on superficial problems.
News, On Campus, Top Story
After Meeting, UGBC and Administration Address Ongoing Work for Inclusivity
After meeting on Jan. 22, UGBC and the administration release their thoughts and plans to address the issue of institutional racism at BC.
News, On Campus, Top Story
“What I Be” Photo Campaign Returns to Campus for the Second Year
Students join “What I Be” photo campaign, hosted by undergraduate government for the second year, in efforts to take away the power of their insecurities.
Opinions, Editorials
Maximizing the Benefit of the ‘What I Be’ Project
A way for UGBC to build on the success of last year’s ‘What I Be’ project and take advantage of the interest generated by this upcoming year’s would be to craft a follow-up campaign that plays off these already addressed themes.
Editorials, Opinions
Cancelled Cox Speech Still Demonstrates Strong Effort
Although many are disappointed by the unexpected cancellation, it remains important to remember that the cancellation was prompted by Cox and the efforts that went into securing the talk in the first place are still worth commendation.
News, On Campus, Top Story
Despite Deadline Set by UGBC, Administration Has Not Yet Adopted an Action Plan Regarding Race
After submitting a working proposal in November, UGBC expresses disappointment in the lack of a plan of action from the administration.
News, On Campus, Top Story
In Response To Gabelli Donation, UGBC Asks BC To ‘Prioritize Its Students’
A $10 million donation for campus beautification causes UGBC to release a statement.
