Boston College admitted 15 percent of 36,525 applicants to the Class of 2027, according to a University release. “These students’ intellectual inquiry, the time and care they’ve committed to their communities, and the personal stories they have shared with us are both impressive and inspiring,” Director of Undergraduate Admission Grant Gosselin said in the release. “We look … [Read more...] about BC Admits 15 Percent of Applicants to Class of 2027
Beyond Canvases and Frames: A Look Into McMullen’s Faculty-Driven Research
This is the second installment of a two-part series about McMullen. Enclosed in an ornate golden frame on the walls of the McMullen Museum is a painting of the Madonna and Child alongside John the Baptist that Stephanie Leone said she and her students found particularly intriguing. “We really knew very little about the circumstances of its production,” said Leone, an art … [Read more...] about Beyond Canvases and Frames: A Look Into McMullen’s Faculty-Driven Research
Robinson Outlines Ways To Fight the Runaway Greenhouse Effect
Kim Stanley Robinson, a science-fiction writer, analyzed the future of the climate crisis as part of the Boston College Lowell Humanities Series on Wednesday night, explaining that it is not too late to combat the runaway greenhouse effect. “Our culture is driven between stories right now,” said Tim Kreider, a New York Times columnist and the opening speaker. “The old ones … [Read more...] about Robinson Outlines Ways To Fight the Runaway Greenhouse Effect
The Show Must Go On
We don’t realize how much something means to us until it’s gone. This is how I felt when, near the end of February, I received disheartening news from one of my roommates. In less than a month I would be losing something that was a constant in my life for over half a decade, something that had stood by my side through my successes and my failures. On March 14, 2023, the popular … [Read more...] about The Show Must Go On
Del Soto Discusses the Two-Fold Responsibilities of Migrant Women
Migrant women can serve as both caregivers and human rights defenders, according to psychologist and sociologist Arancha Garcia del Soto. “Universally, women tend to be kind of the effective providers within their families, right?” Del Soto said. “What happens when the situation is deeply unequal, or there’s a conflict going on? Usually, women are forced to become economic … [Read more...] about Del Soto Discusses the Two-Fold Responsibilities of Migrant Women
Record-Breaking Crowd Energizes Conte Forum at 2023 Showdown
Even before the dance teams took the stage in Conte Forum at ALC Showdown on Saturday, audience members and the show’s judges stood out of their seats, dancing to songs by Rihanna and Jay-Z in anticipation of the sold-out show. Hosted by the AHANA+ Leadership Council (ALC), 2023 Showdown featured a record-breaking crowd and one new dance team, according to hosts Deena … [Read more...] about Record-Breaking Crowd Energizes Conte Forum at 2023 Showdown
Lockdown Defense, Medjid’s Seven Goals Leads Eagles Over Pittsburgh
Led by Jenn Medjid—who entered Boston College lacrosse’s matchup against Pittsburgh leading the ACC in goals per game with 3.8—Boston College lacrosse’s offensive firepower has played a central role in its identity this season. On Saturday in Alumni Stadium, however, the Eagles left their mark on the defensive end, blanking the Panthers over the game’s first 38 minutes and … [Read more...] about Lockdown Defense, Medjid’s Seven Goals Leads Eagles Over Pittsburgh
UGBC Candidates Address Mental Health Resources, Environmental Sustainability in Final Debate
The two teams running for UGBC president and vice president faced off in a final debate on Thursday night, tackling issues including sustainability, academic advising, and mental health resources ahead of Monday’s election. The Elections Committee held the final debate, which began with opening statements from presidential candidates Jonah Kotzen and Jordan Nakash, as well as … [Read more...] about UGBC Candidates Address Mental Health Resources, Environmental Sustainability in Final Debate
NPS’ FY24 Budget Will Face Significant Cuts, Interim Superintendent Says
In her presentation of Newton Public Schools’ (NPS) fiscal year 2024 (FY24) budget on Wednesday night, interim superintendent Kathleen Smith said NPS will make budget cuts as a result of the failure of the operating override during the special election on March 14. Smith said that, despite the result of the override vote, NPS will do as much as possible to lessen the negative … [Read more...] about NPS’ FY24 Budget Will Face Significant Cuts, Interim Superintendent Says