The Heights

Teacher, Scholar, Mentor: Landrigan’s Life’s Work Transforms U.S. Policy and the BC Community

Kate Kissel • April 13, 2025

“Public health is—in a way—we’re victims of our own success,” Landrigan said. “Over the past 75 years, people in medicine and public health have made enormous strides in conquering disease.”

“Kids Need Us Now More Than Ever”: Lynch Students Weigh In on Potential Dismantling of the Department of Education

Mei Dasgupta and Lucy Freeman • April 7, 2025

As Lynch School of Educaition and Human Development students prepare for careers in education, they are also bracing for how Trump-era shakeups could impact their careers and the students they aim to serve.

To Eat or Not To Eat: An Honest Review of BC’s Dining Halls

Katherine Malloure • April 6, 2025

Boston College's dining halls offer a wide range of options to fuel your academic journey. But how do they stack up in terms of quality, variety, and overall experience?

“Teaching Kids to Dream”: STEM For All Sparks a Passion for Science

Veronica Pierce • April 6, 2025

“I think they’re teaching kids to dream,” Heaney said. “That whatever they think they can do, they can do. But, maybe more importantly, what STEM is doing is they’re exposing kids to things that they’ve never dreamt about before.”

Explore Boston on a Budget: Fun Outdoor Activities for Spring

Brady Welburn • April 4, 2025

It's clear that everyone is eager to get outside and enjoy the spring weather. Here are some budget-friendly activities around campus to make the most of the season.

Redefining Family Advocacy: Margie Palladino’s Mission for Courtroom Reform

Evie Oosting • April 4, 2025

“We all do this because we know our situations are over. I am not doing this to improve my case. My case is over,” Palladino said. “Every woman that is part of our group says they just don't want this to happen to other women and other children.”

Belle Liang Pioneers the Path to Purpose and Belonging at BC

Mei Dasgupta • April 2, 2025

“Instead of asking, ‘What do you want to do after graduation?’ we should be asking, ‘What do you hope to always be doing, no matter what your job is?’,” Liang said. “That question gets to the heart of purpose—and the human skills that are relevant across industry and appreciate over time.”

Stories That Stay: Marissa Aroy Amplifies Voices Through Film

Lucas Ding • March 30, 2025

“I found it really interesting to learn about what makes us tick, what makes people do what they do,” Aroy said. “This motivation stuck with me, even now, as a filmmaker, people’s stories genuinely interest me.”

These April Fool’s Day Pranks Are No Joke

CaraLynn Caulfield • March 30, 2025

These harmless pranks will leave your friends questioning their sanity while you try (and fail) to keep a straight face.

A Guide to Boston’s Best and Worst Workout Classes

Katherine Malloure • March 30, 2025

I dove into five popular workouts around Boston, rating them based on intensity, results, and overall vibe. From the core-shredding challenges of Solidcore to the high-energy sprint intervals at Barry's Bootcamp, discover which class delivers the best bang for your buck.

Dougherty Leads the Charge in Bridging Education and Policy

Lucas Ding • March 26, 2025

“All of this is a human endeavor—education, public policy, building a pluralistic society—all aimed at benefiting people,” Dougherty said. “The goal is always to serve the greatest number of people in the best possible way, no matter whether you're in federal service, academia, or an educational institution.”

A Guide to the Best Burritos Near BC

Katherine Malloure • March 23, 2025

The Boston area has tons of burrito spots to choose from, but with so many options around campus, how do you know which ones are worthy of your precious time (and cash)?