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]]> Wed, 8 Feb 2012 1.2771647 Editorials Editorials <![CDATA[Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Feb. 2]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/thumbs-up-thumbs-down-feb-2-1.2761286
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]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 1.2761286 Editorials Editorials <![CDATA[BC Dining transparency may decrease unrest ]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/bc-dining-transparency-may-decrease-unrest-1.2761250 Heights Editorial Board
By: Heights Editorial BoardStudents should be able to choose where, and how, their meal money is spent

Boston College students understand that serving the community is an important and fulfilling use of their time and -if they choose to spend it that way. Spending their money for a good cause should be no different. Ten percent of the money BC Dining Servic...

]]> Wed, 1 Feb 2012 1.2761250 Editorials Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[SnowJam shortcomings must be acknowledged]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/snowjam-shortcomings-must-be-acknowledged-1.2761235 Heights Editorial Board
By: Heights Editorial BoardStudents who feel cheated by Campus Vacations should let their feelings be known

This year, the much-hyped SnowJam ski trip to Mont Tremblant, Quebec, fell far short of expectations stemming from its rep...

]]> Wed, 1 Feb 2012 1.2761235 Editorials This year, the much-hyped SnowJam ski trip to Mont Tremblant, Quebec, fell far short of expectations stemming from its rep...]]> Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[Study your UGBC presidential contenders]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/study-your-ugbc-presidential-contenders-1.2761201 Heights Editorial Board
By: Heights Editorial Board‘The Heights’ urges students to educate themselves on their candidate options

On Wednesday, the campaigning period for the positions of president and vice president of the Undergraduate Government of Boston College (UGBC) commence...

]]> Wed, 1 Feb 2012 1.2761201 Editorials UGBC) commence...]]> Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[BC to Boston provides dynamic opportunities]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/bc-to-boston-provides-dynamic-opportunities-1.2756441
By: Students should take advantage of the variety of programs offered by the on-campus gr

On Thursday night, a group of Boston College students enjoyed a performance of the touring musical American Idiot at the Boston Opera House, thanks to a generous ticket sale organized by the increasingly popular on-campus group BC to Bo...

]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 1.2756441 Editorials On Thursday night, a group of Boston College students enjoyed a performance of the touring musical American Idiot at the Boston Opera House, thanks to a generous ticket sale organized by the increasingly popular on-campus group BC to Bo...]]> Editorials <![CDATA[Campus safety should always be a top concern]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/campus-safety-should-always-be-a-top-concern-1.2752375
By: A recent memo to Boston College faculty reminds us all to keep our campus safe by reporting crimes

In light of a memo sent to faculty and staff advisors at Boston College reminding them to report any crimes, The Heights believes it is important to extend this reminder to all members of the BC community. Students, as well as professors, staff, and fa...

]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 1.2752375 Editorials Editorials <![CDATA[Boston College donation leads to mutual goodwill]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/boston-college-donation-leads-to-mutual-goodwill-1.2752359 Heights Editorial Board
By: Heights Editorial BoardBC’s choice to donate $300,000 toward improvements for Newton schools will benefit both parties

Earlier this week, Boston College announced that it will donate $300,000 over the next three years to Newton public schools for laptops and other technology. With this gift, the Newton School District will be able to buy over 80 laptops...

]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 1.2752359 Editorials Earlier this week, Boston College announced that it will donate $300,000 over the next three years to Newton public schools for laptops and other technology. With this gift, the Newton School District will be able to buy over 80 laptops...]]> Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[Spring Involvement Fair benefits freshman]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/spring-involvement-fair-benefits-freshman-1.2752339 Heights Editorial Board
By: Heights Editorial BoardThe Heights encourages SPO to reconsider its cancellation of the event

This spring, for the first time in years, the Student Programs Office (SPO) has opted not to host a Student Involvement Fair, citing low participation by both students and organization...

]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2012 1.2752339 Editorials This spring, for the first time in years, the Student Programs Office (SPO) has opted not to host a Student Involvement Fair, citing low participation by both students and organization...]]> Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[ Small victory will not eliminate the problem]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/small-victory-will-not-eliminate-the-problem-1.2748091 Small victory will not eliminate the problem
By: Small victory will not eliminate the problem

The Heights would like to recognize the efforts of Boston College's student body, along with Internet users across the United States, in protesting the Stop Online Pirating Act (SOPA)...

]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2012 1.2748091 Editorials The Heights would like to recognize the efforts of Boston College's student body, along with Internet users across the United States, in protesting the Stop Online Pirating Act (SOPA)...]]> Small victory will not eliminate the problem Editorials <![CDATA[The truth behind the Belfast Project]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/the-truth-behind-the-belfast-project-1.2745201
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Misinformed, or maliciously misleading, characterizes much of the commentary to date on the Belfast Project. Interviewees in that oral history undertaking understood that divulging their participation could potentially compromise the un...

]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 1.2745201 Editorials Misinformed, or maliciously misleading, characterizes much of the commentary to date on the Belfast Project. Interviewees in that oral history undertaking understood that divulging their participation could potentially compromise the un...]]> Editorials <![CDATA[Implications of the subpoena]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/implications-of-the-subpoena-1.2745196 The Heights Editorial Board
By: The Heights Editorial BoardThe future of the Belfast Project endangers the very being of oral history

After months of legal discussion, Boston College has decided to discontinue its attempts to quash the United Kingdom's subpoena of the Belfast Project after Judge William G. Young demanded the release of tapes relating to the disappeara...

]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 1.2745196 Editorials After months of legal discussion, Boston College has decided to discontinue its attempts to quash the United Kingdom's subpoena of the Belfast Project after Judge William G. Young demanded the release of tapes relating to the disappeara...]]> The Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[Recognizing the 100th anniversary of Sub Turri]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/recognizing-the-100th-anniversary-of-sub-turri-1.2745195 Heights Editorial Board
By: Heights Editorial BoardBC Seniors should acknowledge this occasion by having their senior portraits taken

Sub Turri, one of the oldest organizations on Boston College's campus, will celebrate its 100th anniversary this year. In honor of the 100th edition, student leaders of the yearbook ...

]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 1.2745195 Editorials Sub Turri, one of the oldest organizations on Boston College's campus, will celebrate its 100th anniversary this year. In honor of the 100th edition, student leaders of the yearbook ...]]> Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[Departure as an inspiration]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/departure-as-an-inspiration-1.2745191 Heights Editorial Board
By: Heights Editorial BoardKuechly’s choice to enter the NFL draft is one that honors his hard work

Over winter break, Boston College linebacker Luke Kuechly officially declared for the 2012 NFL Draft, meaning he will forgo his senior year in Chestnut Hill. While the decision wil...

]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 1.2745191 Editorials Over winter break, Boston College linebacker Luke Kuechly officially declared for the 2012 NFL Draft, meaning he will forgo his senior year in Chestnut Hill. While the decision wil...]]> Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[In support of 'Support Love']]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/in-support-of-support-love-1.2729865 The Heights Editorial Board
By: The Heights Editorial BoardAmidst controversy, The Heights backs the Support Love campaign

Boston College has struggled in the past to reconcile its Catholic beliefs and GLBTQ student issues. The ResLife-backed...

]]> Thu, 8 Dec 2011 1.2729865 Editorials Boston College has struggled in the past to reconcile its Catholic beliefs and GLBTQ student issues. The ResLife-backed...]]> The Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[Becoming politically literate]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/becoming-politically-literate-1.2724552 The Heights Editorial
By: The Heights EditorialThe Heights applauds groups that promote political discussion

The Heights has long condemned the general apathy of the student body. Often, Boston College fails to respond to controversial events with action, preferring to either stay mum on the issue or speak up with a voice no louder than a whis...

]]> Mon, 5 Dec 2011 1.2724552 Editorials The Heights has long condemned the general apathy of the student body. Often, Boston College fails to respond to controversial events with action, preferring to either stay mum on the issue or speak up with a voice no louder than a whis...]]> The Heights Editorial Editorials <![CDATA[Embracing the Boston Holiday Spirit]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/embracing-the-boston-holiday-spirit-1.2724540 The Heights Editorial Board
By: The Heights Editorial BoardAmidst the craziness of exams, take time to soak in the holiday spirit in and around Boston

This past weekend, the campus played home to an impressive amount of holiday events including the annual University Chorale's Christmas concert and various a cappella performances. The first weekend after finals begin, Christmas Reflect...

]]> Mon, 5 Dec 2011 1.2724540 Editorials This past weekend, the campus played home to an impressive amount of holiday events including the annual University Chorale's Christmas concert and various a cappella performances. The first weekend after finals begin, Christmas Reflect...]]> The Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[We only have one reputation, don't ruin it]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/we-only-have-one-reputation-don-t-ruin-it-1.2724523 The Heights Editorial Board
By: The Heights Editorial BoardWe have a duty to learn the true meaning of sportsmanship and display it on an unconditional basis

Sporting events are among the most visible examples of the Boston College community coming together in support of a common cause. Fans of BC sports are able to show their passion through their presence at games and by cheering for BC's ...

]]> Mon, 5 Dec 2011 1.2724523 Editorials Sporting events are among the most visible examples of the Boston College community coming together in support of a common cause. Fans of BC sports are able to show their passion through their presence at games and by cheering for BC's ...]]> The Heights Editorial Board Editorials <![CDATA[Can't Find A Candidate]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/can-t-find-a-candidate-1.2655972 Tim O'Connor
By: Tim O'Connor

nth for the Red Sox, but it was worse for President Barack Obama. His approval rating reached an all-time low of 43 percent, his American Jobs Act was met with a lukewarm reception (and failed to pass the Senate last week), and the prom...

]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 1.2655972 Editorials nth for the Red Sox, but it was worse for President Barack Obama. His approval rating reached an all-time low of 43 percent, his American Jobs Act was met with a lukewarm reception (and failed to pass the Senate last week), and the prom...]]> Tim O'Connor Editorials <![CDATA[The Future of Journalism Classes]]> http://www.bcheights.com/opinions/editorials/the-future-of-journalism-classes-1.1964998 The Heights Editorial Board
By: The Heights Editorial Board

Journalism classes have recently been moved out of the communication dept., a move that leaves many wondering why. ...

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