The women of the Oscars, whether there to present an award or potentially win one of their own, displayed a wide array of elegant—yet risky—styles at the 95th Academy Awards. In honor of Women’s History Month, here’s a breakdown of the best dressed women on the champagne-colored carpet at the 2023 Oscars. Michelle Yeoh & Jamie Lee Curtis First, to give recognition … [Read more...] about Leaf: The Best Women’s Red Carpet Looks at the 2023 Oscars
BC Center Maria Gakdeng Enters Transfer Portal
Boston College women’s basketball sophomore center Maria Gakdeng entered the transfer portal on Monday, a source confirmed to The Heights. “Thank you to my family, coaches, teammates, and friends at Boston College for constantly pouring into me,” Gakdeng wrote on Twitter. “The love and support as I’ve navigated challenges and celebrated great success is undeniable. Although … [Read more...] about BC Center Maria Gakdeng Enters Transfer Portal
Nikita Nesterenko Signs With Anaheim Ducks
Boston College men’s hockey forward Nikita Nesterenko signed a three-year entry level contract with the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday. The Minnesota Wild originally drafted 172nd overall the Brooklyn, N.Y. native in the 2019 NHL Draft but traded his rights to the Ducks along with a 2025 fourth-round selection for Swedish defenseman John Klingberg on March 3, … [Read more...] about Nikita Nesterenko Signs With Anaheim Ducks
Eagles Post 17–10 Victory over Clemson in Dolce’s First Start in Net
Headlined by perennial national title contenders like Boston College lacrosse and North Carolina, the ACC consistently boasts multiple top-25 teams each year. And just 10 games into the 2023 season, Clemson has already joined those ranks. The Tigers knocked off then-No. 10 Duke last Saturday to enter their matchup against BC on Thursday afternoon as the nation’s No. 24 … [Read more...] about Eagles Post 17–10 Victory over Clemson in Dolce’s First Start in Net
BC Effective Altruism Integrates Intentionality Into Giving Back
At Boston College, the “men and women for others” spirit guides the mission of the many on-campus volunteer and philanthropic organizations dedicated to helping both the Boston and global community. When Brian Gardner discovered the philosophy behind effective altruism, which encourages the use of evidence and reason in determining the most effective ways to help people, he … [Read more...] about BC Effective Altruism Integrates Intentionality Into Giving Back
Newton Voters Cast Split Decision in Special Override Election
Newton residents voted against question one and in favor of questions two and three during the override vote regarding a proposed $15 million tax increase on Tuesday, according to unofficial election results announced by Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller. Fifty-three percent of voters, or 10,566 people, voted no on question one—which if passed would have enacted a permanent tax … [Read more...] about Newton Voters Cast Split Decision in Special Override Election
Pon de Joy Brings Mochi Donuts to Newton Centre
Customers line up to choose from a vast array of colorful mochi donuts—including flavors ranging from black sesame to chocolate potato chip—at Pon de Joy in Newton Centre. “A mochi donut is a fusion between, like, a mochi dessert and a donut,” store employee Lila Donovan said. “Instead of being all wheat flour, our donuts are made with a little bit of wheat flour and also … [Read more...] about Pon de Joy Brings Mochi Donuts to Newton Centre
Eagles Go 4–0, Notch Longest Win Streak Since 2018
Boston College softball gained serious momentum over Spring Break, finishing 4–0 on the week and extending its win streak to eight games—its longest since 2018. The Eagles haven’t lost since Feb. 25 against Villanova. After finishing up a road trip in La Jolla, Calif. against UC Riverside, BC traveled to Hempstead, N.Y. for the three-game series against Hofstra to extend … [Read more...] about Eagles Go 4–0, Notch Longest Win Streak Since 2018
Looking into BC Baseball’s Hot Start: Eagles Ranked No. 18 After Finishing 4–1 Over Spring Break
For the first time in two years, Boston College baseball is back in Baseball America’s Top 25, checking in at No. 18 after finishing 4–1 over Spring Break with road wins against then-No. 3 Tennessee, North Carolina Asheville, and then-No. 10 Virginia Tech. “We say this is our thing,” BC head coach Mike Gambino said. “What we mean by that is we don’t care what anybody else … [Read more...] about Looking into BC Baseball’s Hot Start: Eagles Ranked No. 18 After Finishing 4–1 Over Spring Break