“The difference between my Yiayia and I is that I grew up in the fast-paced culture of New York in an American society where productivity determines worth, and she grew up starving under inhumane circumstances during World War II, coming to America and working hard for everything she had. For her, coffee was her break, a time to recharge and refuel in order to persevere through the difficult circumstances she had been dealt.”
The Overwhelming Chaos of Black Friday
“We are stuck in a bubble that encourages us to be materialistic people, starting with the advertisements, coupons, and sale events that constantly surround us. Though it is not an easy suggestion, it might be interesting to see how we felt if we operated more like the Spanish do on a daily basis.”
Recognizing the Value of Fear
“Rather than seeing fear as a weakness or a burden, what if we began to view it as a springboard for opportunity? What if, instead of allowing it to slow us down, we began to interpret it as our body’s natural way of preparing for greatness?”
Karl Bell to Leave OSI, Join Learning to Learn Office
He will work with first-generation, low-income students, and students with disabilities, helping them from admission until life after BC.
‘The Shape of Water’ Highlights Aspects of Humanity, Breaks Preconceptions
‘The Shape of Water’ provides a realistic glimpse into 1960’s society and teeters between the mystical and the deeply, intrinsically human.
Stephanie Kaplan Lewis Discusses ‘Her Campus,’ How to Start Business
Stephanie Kaplan Lewis, co-founder, CEO, and editor-in-chief of Her Campus, discusses the story of her company’s founding and gave BC students advice about how to start their own businesses.
How Many Hours Do You Think You’re Going to Procrastinate During Finals?
In this Monday’s edition of ‘Voices from the Dustbowl,’ we asked students how many hours they think they’re going to procrastinate during finals. Featured Image by Margaux Eckert
Previewing 2017-18 Women’s Basketball: Fairfield
Having lost to two Ivy League opponents and five games altogether, the Eagles are scrambling to get back on track. Head coach Erik Johnson and Co. will try to right the ship against Fairfield on Sunday.
Backcourt Carries Men’s Basketball to Victory at Hartford
With Teddy Hawkins out of the lineup, the Eagles went back to relying on their backcourt as their primary source of production. Ky Bowman and Jerome Robinson came through, combining for a season-high 44 points.
At Agganis, Men’s Hockey Gets Revenge Win Over BU
The Eagles followed up one of their best periods of the year with one of their worst. But Ron Greco’s snipe salvaged a brutal second frame, and the game, for BC.