In this Monday’s edition of ‘Voices from the Dustbowl,’ we asked students what the last song that was stuck in their heads was.
Everyone I Know Goes Away in the End: The Penultimate TU/TD
TU/TD ruminates on the small moments that make life worth it. And also the never-ending struggle to defeat the forces of evil.
After 20 Years, Institutional Success, Slow Social Progress
“Leahy’s work toward building the University has been invaluable, but that long-term building has neglected the short-term needs of students.”
LTE: Walking the Talk: A Response to the Campus Climate After Trump’s Election
“It is time to step up to the plate. People of color and others have been harassed on campus—and off—since the election results came in. Be part of stopping that on the spot.”
Understanding Others Through Pom Squad
“I spent my first week at BC, a time typically filled with ice cream socials, info sessions, and icebreaker activities, trying to learn over 35 dance routines.”
Not Your President?
“I resolved to abide the outcome of the election whichever way it went, and in this way, some part of me understands the protestors’ frustrations.”
LTE: Faculty Members Respond to Trump Win
Over 200 BC faculty members signed a letter to the Boston College community responding to Trump’s election.
After Trump Win, the Political is Personal
“Many are fed up with the volume and frequency of protests and movements. I understand. I’m tired, too. But please hear us, and please try to understand.”
LTE: A Response to “En Route to Off-Campus Residence, Female Student Sexually Assaulted”
Why is it that ‘white’ people are often presumed innocent in media accounts of violence? “The other male [white], who was not directly involved in the assault…” The report states he did approach the female—perhaps he was a lookout? As a bystander, shouldn’t we hold him responsible in trying to prevent the attack? Why are…
Continuing the Fight After the Presidential Election
“Change comes slowly, in fits, in bursts, with one step forward and, maybe, a four-year leap backward. But the motivation to make this country better is still there.”