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Valuing the invaluable

By Andrew Kaplun
Soon after kickoff of this year's home opener against Clemson, a certain chant began as our beloved Eagles took the field. Surrounded by that sea of gold, you too begin saying it with pride and conviction: We are BC. In that moment, the student section is united in its egalitarian proclamation.

UGBC must revitalize campus

By Matt Carroll
It is 10:30 p.m. on a Saturday and I'm writing my column. While many of you may be admiring my dedication (please, hold your applause), I have really have nothing better to do. That is because I'm not drinking tonight.Unfortunately for Boston College students, if you are not out getting drunk on the weekends, there is not much to do on this campus.

Health and Science: Tips for fighting the college student's worst enemy: stress

By Alexis Mark / Columnist
I am about three and a half weeks into the second semester of my senior year. Bittersweet, I know. But that's not the word I would use to describe how I'm feeling right now. With a column due in a few hours, a paper due in two days, and oh yeah, that whole "what am I going to do after I graduate?" question, words like "tense," "anxious", and "worried" spring to mind rather quickly.

Powering a greener BC

By Peggy Fox
It is increasingly difficult to deny that human activity brings about the demise of the planet and greatly accelerates global climate change. The United States is the most notorious criminal in this regard, as it is the emitter of 25 percent of all greenhouse gases.

Rocking the vote

By Nidia Fevry
Wondering what factors distinguish the student experience of one college versus that of another? Many would guess that it is the administrators, acting on the founding principles of the University, who are responsible for shaping the atmosphere of the school.

Letters to the Editor 2/15/07