The National Institute of Mental Health awarded Boston College’s Research Program on Children and Adversity (RPCA) a five-year, 3.3 million dollar grant that will advance the program’s research on the mental health effects of war on child soldiers in Sierra Leone, according to BC News.
Panelists Discuss Free Speech at BC at BCAAUP Event
The BC chapter of the American Association of University Professors hosted a virtual forum, welcoming Melnick, Lindsey O’Rourke, Kent Greenfield, and Patricia Lowe to discuss academic freedom and campus speech on Tuesday evening.
Akyol Calls for a Modern Look at Islam and Jurisprudence
Mustafa Akyol said he is calling for an epistemological shift in Islam’s interpretation of religious tenets.
Two Teams Launch Bids For UGBC President and Vice President
Two teams launched their bids for UGBC president and vice president Friday afternoon, kicking off a race that will end when students cast their ballots on April 5.
Remembering BC Law Professor Catharine Wells
Boston College Law School Professor Catharine Wells, a pragmatism legal scholar who spearheaded efforts to diversify the BC Law community, died on March 7.
BC To Increase Cost of Attendance to $80,296 for 2022-23 Academic Year
The Boston College Board of Trustees voted to raise undergraduate tuition to $62,950 for the 2022–23 academic year, a $2,420 increase from the previous year’s tuition, according to a University release.
Uzodimma Named 2022 New Testament Emerging Scholars Fellow
Chimbuoyim Uzodimma, a doctoral student in the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry (STM), was named the 2022 New Testament Emerging Scholars Fellow in March.
Earthjustice Director Discusses Water Insecurity in the U.S.
Jeremy Orr joined Boston College’s Rappaport Center Senior Fellow in Residence Community Address for a discussion on water insecurity March 14.
UPDATE: ResLife Announces Additional Change to Housing Selection Schedule
The Office of Residential Life altered its housing selection timeline after it was disrupted due to IT server issues, according to an email sent to students on Wednesday. The housing selection process will resume on Thursday.
CEO of Chicago Blackhawks, BC Alum Talks Revamping Fan Experience
Danny Wirtz shared his vision for the future of the Blackhawks organization in the evolving landscape of sporting entertainment in a Shea Center Talk on March 10.