The Heights

Defending The Value of Social Media

Shannon Lyons • October 6, 2017

"I would be lying if I said that social media has had a purely negative effect on my life. In fact, in some ways, it has helped me to more deeply value life itself."

Recognizing the Opportunity of Abroad

Joanna Yuelys • October 4, 2017

"Taking a class about my home country from the perspective of another culture, albeit a culture very similar to that of the U.S., proved to be an intense learning experience."

Growing Wealth Comes at a Cost

Josh Behrens • October 3, 2017

"Is BC acting like a money addict? Is our endowment a means to an end or a means in and of itself?"

LTE: A Response to “Rethinking Our View of Sexual Assault”

Letters • October 3, 2017

"We at Bystander Intervention, the Women’s Center, and across campus are here to support and uplift survivors, because not one of us should be fully defined by the things that have happened to us."

Considering Our Everyday Greetings

Lucia Madero • October 1, 2017

"In the U.S. though, where people are so much more open even when just having met, asking people how they are is simply another greeting without much more to it."

Universities Nationwide Must Guarantee Freedom of Speech

The Heights Editorial Board • October 1, 2017

"In today’s starkly divided America, such mutual understanding and capability for communication is essential for bridging the gaps that exist between us."

What Was the Highlight of Parents’ Weekend for You?

The Heights • October 1, 2017

In this Monday's edition of 'Voices from the Dustbowl,' we asked students what the highlight of parents' weekend was for them. Featured Image by Margaux Eckert

When Eagles Come Together: TU/TD

TU/TD • October 1, 2017

But, in reality, Lower is a jungle. If you want to eat dinner at a regular time, sorry, you’re out of luck, the lines are already extending out to Comm. Ave.

Bringing Us Closer to a Global Understanding

Michael Razis • September 30, 2017

"The individuals who conduct important world-changing work today, for the most part, have developed a multidimensional and all-inclusive worldview."

Remembering the Value of Athletics

Shannon Lyons • September 30, 2017

"That competitive energy that once propelled us down the field can be channeled into a desire to do the best we can during midterm week."

Interpreting the Language of BC

Joanna Yuelys • September 28, 2017

"What used to be a seemingly innocuous slogan carries the weight of a campus movement."

LTE: In Response to “LTE: In Response to: ‘Looking Forward to a Progressive Future'”

Letters • September 28, 2017

"Can we no longer hold a public opinion, if it disagrees with those who have a hold over media and loud voices?"