The Heights

Fundraising, Other Efforts, Must Increase to Maintain Current Financial Aid Policies

The Heights Editorial Board • April 29, 2019

"The Heights commends the current financial aid policy and encourages the University, donors, and Board of Trustees to follow the example of Mahoney in seeking to widen the scope of fundraising and other methods to ensure that BC’s financial aid policies align with its Jesuit values long into the future."

BC Should Have Sexual Assault Climate Survey, Annual Bystander Training

The Heights Editorial Board • April 11, 2019

"The University should implement elements of the law, such as Bystander Intervention training all four years and a campus-wide sexual assault climate survey, whether or not the bills pass."

Editor’s Note, March 28, 2019

The Heights • March 28, 2019

On Monday, March 25, the Editorial Board of The Heights published an Editorial titled “Following Hockey Incident, BC’s Statement Brief and Insufficient.” Since then, it has become apparent to the...

Reactions to “Lies Feminists Tell” Counter Free Speech

The Heights Editorial Board • March 18, 2019

"Students have rights to express their views on campus, in a form that can look like anything from protesting to hosting speakers."

Student-Admin Forums Must Be Valued by Students, University

The Heights Editorial Board • February 25, 2019

"If students, faculty, and the University actually wish to combat racism, we must remember the event in December and be careful not to push the issue of racism aside."

Please Capitalise the “B” in Black

Kathryn Destin • February 18, 2019

"Like I said earlier, being Black ain’t easy, but from what I’ve been shown time and time again, being Black is beautiful."

Osaghae and Brooks Have Institutional Knowledge, Experience to Lead

The Heights Editorial Board • February 11, 2019

"Their approach is practical and incrementalist, and their previous UGBC experience will ensure that they are efficient in realizing their goals."

Black History Month 2019 is a Pivotal Step in the Right Direction

Naya Joseph • February 3, 2019

"In short, I hope that this month affirms black students, particularly those who are further marginalized within the community."

LTE: In Response to “Taking the Temperature on Diversity and Inclusion in 2018”

Letters • December 3, 2018

"Until students, faculty, and staff alike contend with the historical roots of BC’s dominant culture, AHANA+ students will not be able to benefit from all that our institution has to offer."