The mission of a university is to shape young minds, and the most basic step to fulfill this mission is providing quality classes. Boston College often fails to meet this requirement.
Letter to the Editor In Response To: “CEO of ExxonMobil Talks Sustainability, Oil and Gas Industry”
I was horrified but not shocked to learn that the CEO of ExxonMobil recently spoke at the Boston College Chief Executives Club.
The Importance of Mateship, the ANZACs, and Us: A Lorikeet Among the Eagles
The Ode of Remembrance is a verse I have committed to memory since I was at least 6 years old. And as I sit and write this, mere moments from the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, it is echoing in my mind.
A Rebuttal to Martin Scorsese’s Comments on Marvel
In 2019, beloved director Martin Scorsese made a statement where he said, “I don’t think [Marvel movies are] cinema,” sparking backlash from all over the internet.
Commit to the Bit
A “bit” refers to a playful routine or a humorous exchange among friends, often a series of related jokes strung together. In my experience, bits are the most fun-spirited way to encourage genuine human connection and laughter.
What ‘The Heights’ is Thankful For
The names that dot this page make up a crazy family that’ll laugh, scream, and cry together for years to come. I’ll always be grateful for them.
Food for Thought
Whether I am critiquing, discussing, photographing, preparing, or passionately consuming it, I am unapologetically obsessed with food.
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Nov. 19
From our beautiful campus to our treasured friends, we all have something or someone to be grateful for this holiday season. Smile, sleep, eat good food, hold your loved ones close, and enjoy this quick break before we move into finals season.
Is Attending Boston College Something To Be Proud Of?
The BC alumni network is regarded as one of the most robust alumni networks in the country. It seems as though all alumni are proud they went to BC and eager to help out a “baby Eag.”
If You Have Ever Downloaded MyFitnessPal, Please Read This Column
There’s a fair amount of talk today about body positivity, self-improvement, and combatting unhealthy workout and diet culture. At the same time, I also think there’s a lot of fear to admit that sometimes we do feel self-judgemental—even to our closest friends.