The Heights

As someone who grew up alongside a sibling with a genetic disorder, Jonah Kotzen said he is devoted to advocating for individuals with disabilities—a commitment that eventually motivated him to join student government. “My brother specifically is someone who has really defined my relationship with advocacy,” Kotzen, MCAS ’24, said. When he came to Boston College, Kotzen quickly … [Read more...] about Kotzen and Heckelman: Acceptance, Academics, Activity, and Adjustment

As a night of dancing and celebrating came to a close, audience members suddenly erupted into gasps as they learned this year’s Saint Oscar A. Romero Scholarship Award would go to not one but two recipients.  “You heard that the selection this year was quite difficult, and in fact we have a tie,” Rev. Gregory A. Kalscheur, S.J., announced to shocked faces and murmurs. “We have … [Read more...] about Kevin Lopez and Jonathan Mora Named Recipients of 2023 Oscar A. Romero Scholarship Award

Karl Bell will serve as director of the new Mentoring and Academic Achievement pillar at Boston College’s Pine Manor Institute for Student Success, according to Joy Moore, University vice president and executive director of the Pine Manor Institute.  “These organizational changes will enhance the overall student experience and provide consistent, high-quality support and … [Read more...] about “A Very Big Opportunity”: Karl Bell to Lead New Mentoring and Academic Achievement Pillar of Pine Manor Institute

Before Jordan Nakash’s college counselor suggested she take a tour of Boston College, she did not know a single thing about BC. But from the moment she stepped on campus, Nakash knew BC was meant to be her future home.  “There was something, maybe it was just a gust of wind, but it felt like it was meant to be,” Nakash, MCAS ’24, said. “After touring and hearing from the panel … [Read more...] about Nakash and Tewelde: Dedication, Collaboration, and Unification

For its ACC home opener, No. 16 Boston College baseball was treated to passionate crowds throughout the stands at Harrington Athletics Village and even on the hill in the outfield. The BC community came out strong to support the Eagles in their contest against No. 24 NC State on Friday afternoon.  “The boys noticed, we all noticed,” BC head coach Mike Gambino said. “I mean, … [Read more...] about No. 16 BC Cranks Out 4–1 Win over No. 24 NC State in ACC Home Opener

★★★★☆ No one does sad-girl pop like Lana Del Rey.  Her new album Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd, released March 24, is a hodgepodge history of sad music and the feelings it evokes in listeners. From lyrics to instrumentals, the album is crafted to chronicle both personal memories and universal feelings associated with the music. The album opens … [Read more...] about Lana Del Rey Blends Musical Past and Present With Nostalgic New Album

Boston College softball had been winless for 12 days heading into its doubleheader and home opener against North Carolina on Friday. The Eagles (16–12, 1–4 Atlantic Coast), however, managed to snap their four game losing streak with a 3–1 win over North Carolina (12–21, 2–6) in the first game behind Abby Dunning’s six-strikeout performance. But not long after, the Tar Heels … [Read more...] about BC Splits Home Opener with Tar Heels, Dunning Dominates Game One

Former Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney addressed an overflowing audience at Boston College on Thursday, stressing that she never doubted former President Donald Trump should be impeached following the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot.  “I knew then because of everything that we had lived through since the election, that we needed to move articles of impeachment against President … [Read more...] about “You Have an Obligation to Make a Difference”: Liz Cheney Urges Students to Run for Office

Boston College football returned for another week of practice on Tuesday and Thursday, during which it implemented situational gameplay while utilizing its new additions and picking up its intensity from last week. “This is the most physical spring that we’ve had,” BC head coach Jeff Hafley said. “Because we have more numbers and we have more depth.”  While the Eagles are … [Read more...] about Receivers, Running Backs, and a Coach on the Field: A Recap of BC’s Fifth and Sixth Practices