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When Boston College denied former professors Ed Reynolds and Charles Smith tenure in 1973, the BC Black Forum crafted a petition that called the decision “an extension of racist policy.” “The university only has four black faculty and will lose two of them,” the petition read. “Last year there were seven and with only four this year there was a net loss of three. Boston College … [Read more...] about BFSAA Fosters Excellence and Leadership for 50 Years

Christie Louis, this year’s recipient of the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. scholarship, said she first encountered King’s work in her fifth-grade history class, but she did not begin to understand the meaning of his words until later in life. “It wasn’t until I found myself deeply troubled and conflicted with the racial climate in the United States during the summer of 2015, … [Read more...] about Louis Wins Annual MLK Jr. Scholarship

The Student Assembly (SA) discussed final exam schedules, lighting in the Mod Lot, and community engagement at its meeting on Tuesday night. Andreas Pantazakos, MCAS ’24, said certain classes at Boston College—unlike some other schools in Boston—have final exams scheduled on Saturdays. “I won’t be here for my final for my Spanish class, and they made it really difficult for me … [Read more...] about SA Representatives Raise Concerns Surrounding Final Exam Schedules and Dim Lighting in Mod Lot

Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller emphasized the importance of the upcoming override vote and reflected on the past year within the city during her sixth annual State of the City Address on Tuesday night. “Thanks to all our members, the state of the city of Newton is strong, and together, we will make it even stronger,” Fuller said. Fuller said the city has made numerous … [Read more...] about Fuller Advocates for Override, Calls for Investment in Newton’s Future at State of the City Address

Most of the time, mornings consist of simple tasks such as brushing your teeth, washing your face, and getting ready for the day. But they can soon start to spiral into the most complex and difficult tasks of your life. For example, you may find that you have to get ready in the dark because your roommate is still sleeping, leading to you putting on all your clothes backward. … [Read more...] about Forming Habits: How To Find Stability Amid College Chaos

After being shut out in its season opener Friday, Boston College baseball set the tone for the remainder of its series against Pepperdine with a 16-hit, 18-run win Sunday, and a 3–0 shut out win Saturday. With contributions up and down the lineup from returners and newcomers alike, BC’s offense was relentless in the latter two contests, but its pitching also came through—which … [Read more...] about Eagles Rebound, Win Opening Series at Pepperdine with Saturday Shutout and Sunday Blowout 

Several Black Virginians settled in Newton following the Civil War, including three families that formed a community known as the Village, which centered around the historically Black Myrtle Baptist Church, Clara Silverstein said during a webinar titled “Moving North,” hosted by Historic Newton on Thursday. “Newly freed citizens left Richmond to look for better opportunities … [Read more...] about Historic Newton Event “Moving North” Highlights Black Migration to the City