In the aftermath of the “Silence is Still Violence” protests that occured last year and the “die-in” from this past October, Boston College students have felt challenged to reflect upon issues of race within the community. Students of color and more specifically leaders of culture clubs on campus have felt compelled to take consider their places in such protests and in such discussions.
Sampling the Buffet: Cronin Gives Her Famed “Save The Date” Talk
A crowd formed outside of the doors of Devlin 008 long before the class inside was set to disperse, in hopes of getting a seat to see the famous “date talk” given by Kerry Cronin, a professor in the perspectives department.
Moore Pens Letter Responding to UGBC’s Resolution About Racist Vandalism
A letter addressed to UGBC by interim VPSA Joy Moore in response to UGBC’s Dec. 9 resolution explained why the University is rejecting most of the legislative body’s requests of the BC.
Three Teams File to Run for UGBC Presidency, Executive Vice Presidency
The candidates for president will be Reid Aguilar, MCAS ’22; Taylor Jackson, MCAS ’21; and Michael Osaghae, chair of the AHANA+ Leadership Council and MCAS ’20.
CSOM Establishes Guidelines to Combat Grade Inconsistency
CSOM has instituted new grading guidelines for its core classes that are designed to prevent grade inconsistency between classes and departments.
Computer Science to End Pause on Enrollment
The computer science department will begin processing major and minor applications this week after pausing enrollment in the major last fall.
More Than 1,000 Students Flock to Two-Day Career and Internship Fair
The Spring Career and Internship Fair spanned two days, with 54 employers each day speaking to a total audience of approximately 1,073 students.
Peer-to-Peer Texting Service ‘Lean on Me’ Launches
The Boston College chapter of the peer-to-peer texting support system Lean On Me officially launched on Jan. 21 and is now available for use by BC students.
Lochhead, Moore Discuss Diversity and Inclusion With Student Leaders in Wake of Racist Incident
Boston College interim Vice President of Student Affairs Joy Moore and Executive Vice President Michael Lochhead met with student leaders to discuss issues surrounding diversity and inclusion at BC Wednesday evening.
New Bus Stop Added Near Health Services
An additional bus stop near University Health Services was added to the Newton Eagle Direct and Newton Eagle Limited routes on Jan. 14.