On Thursday night, Climate Justice Boston College gathered outside of President Father Leahy’s house to protest the University’s investment in fossil fuels. CJBC also held a vigil for climate refugees around the world.
McKibben Encourages Student Activism to Raise Awareness for Climate Change
On Thursday night, environmentalist Bill McKibben spoke about his experiences in the field and how politicians, businessmen, and Pope Francis address environmental issues.
Let’s Talk About Sex (Maybe): A New UGBC Bill Could Mean a Change in Sexual Health Discussion
Though the conversation has been lacking for the past few years, a new bill from UGBC might finally get people talking about sexual health on campus.
Senator Jeanne Shaheen to Give Law School Commencement Speech
The BC Law School announced this week that Jeanne Shaheen, the first female senator and governor of New Hampshire, will speak at the 2016 commencement.
Student Leaders, Athletes Participate in Bystander Intervention Program
The Women’s Center partnered with BC Athletics this year to expand its Bystander Intervention program to include student leaders and athletes.
Students’ Petition Calls for Changes in the Core
Three BC students created a petition to make the core curriculum less Eurocentric as part of their class titled the Challenge of Justice.
BC Alum to be Honored at Arts Festival
As part of the Arts Festival this week, Nick Scandalios, BC ’87, will be awarded with the 2016 Alumni Award for his work in the theatre.
T-Pain Will Headline This Year’s Modstock
The Campus Activities Board announced tonight that T-Pain will headline Modstock on May 5. Tickets will be available beginning Friday, April 29.
‘Feminists Coming Out Day’ Promotes Dialogue on Gender Equality
The Women’s Center, along with UGBC and other campus groups, hosted ‘Feminists Coming Out Day’ on Stokes Lawn on Monday. This is a part of numerous on campus initiatives to encourage dialogue on feminism.
CRS Screens ‘Chasing Ice’ to Promote Awareness for Climate Change
Student ambassadors of the Catholic Relief Services (CRS) screened “Chasing Ice,” a film that follows nature photographer James Balog BC ’74, on Monday to promote awareness for climate change.