The Heights

In Statement, UGBC Expresses Solidarity Following Week of Violence

Carolyn Freeman • July 11, 2016

On Monday morning, the Undergraduate Government of Boston College released a statement addressing the BC community in the aftermath of violent events.

Boston College Rises 15 Spots to 22nd Place in Forbes Ranking

Taylor St. Germain • July 5, 2016

Boston College surpassed universities like Duke, Cornell, and the University of Virginia to take the 22nd spot on Forbes' Top Colleges in America ranking.

Health Services Relocates to 2150 Comm. Ave

Taylor St. Germain • June 27, 2016

UHS began operations in its new location in 2150 Comm. Ave today with updated equipment and additional space.

Wicked, Glee Star to Perform at 2016 Pops on the Heights Gala

Sophie Reardon • June 24, 2016

Kristin Chenoweth, known for her roles in TV, movie and Broadway shows, will be the guest performer at the 2016 Pops on the Heights gala.

Graduate of the Class of 2016 Died in Phoenix Home, High School Confirmed

Sophie Reardon • June 22, 2016

Timmy Frakes, MCAS '16, passed away Tuesday morning at his parents home in Phoenix, Ariz. More information to come.

This Year’s Convocation Speaker is a BC Alum and VP of Walgreens

Sophie Reardon • June 6, 2016

Author of 'A Chance in the World' and Vice President of Walgreens Steve Pemberton, BC '89, will address the incoming freshman class at the 2016 Convocation ceremony.

At Commencement 2016, a Look Forward With the U.S. Secretary of Energy

Chris Russo • May 23, 2016

The remarks from U.S. Secretary of Energy Ernest J. Moniz, BC ’66, focused on embracing change in a world that has shifted in many key ways, as shown by massive environmental change, like increased snowfall, and social tragedies, like the Boston Marathon bombings.

BC Student Has Been Found After Missing Commencement

Sophie Reardon • May 23, 2016

BC student Dana Morrissey, MCAS '16, reported missing Monday afternoon after not being at the commencement ceremony Monday morning, was found by Newton Police several hours later.

Police Release Suspect Detained by Students, Cite Lack of Probable Cause

Taylor St. Germain • May 9, 2016

The man, who was detained by several BC students, was thought to be a suspect in recent off-campus burglaries.

History Professor to Appear on C-SPAN

Taylor St. Germain • May 5, 2016

The BC history class Race, Riots, and Rodeos: America from the End of the Civil War to 1900, was filmed on April 12 and is set to appear on C-SPAN at the start of July.

BC Cited By State Agency for Disability Discrimination

Advanced Journalism • May 5, 2016

Two years after state and federal agencies opened investigations into disability discrimination on campus, Boston College has been cited in one case, and two new complaints have been filed, according to a state official.

The State of Race: UGBC, Admin Prioritized Dialogue, Culture Shift Over Policy Change

Sophie Reardon • May 5, 2016

Throughout the course of the year, discontent on campus with regards to race led UGBC and the administration to open up dialogue on these issues but they were unable to change much of the University's policies.