The Heights

The Arrival of Disruptive Technology

Ryan Duffy • March 26, 2017

"What's certain is that these changes will bring disruption and displacement. They will test humans’ adaptability, especially since we cannot necessarily envision or conceptualize what they mean at this point in time."

Overcoming Our Fear of Abroad

Karen Choi • March 26, 2017

"Studying, volunteering, and teaching abroad—these are the activities that students should engage in to transcend the vices that plague society, and to help usher in a greater sense of global humanity."

The Value of Becoming a Mentor

Kelsey Connors • March 26, 2017

"Transitional years can be especially tough, but having an older member from my organization reach out to me encouraged and facilitated my growth into a more confident . . . member of the club."

BC Should Name 90 After Rev. J. Donald Monan, S.J.

The Heights Editorial Board • March 23, 2017

"There is no reason for BC to hesitate any longer: rename 90 after the University’s most impactful and formative figure."

Housing Process Hell: TU/TD

TU/TD • March 22, 2017

Upperclassmen warned us. The signs were in the stars: 25 percent of freshmen live on CoRo.

Being a Blind Art Dealer

Josh Behrens • March 22, 2017

"Peele is using the very hype surrounding his socially conscious movie that attracts supposedly #woke people like me to turn our leering gaze back on ourselves, exposing the racism inherent in our incessant quest to appear not racist by endlessly consuming black media."

The Dangers of a Counting Culture

Alex Brunstad • March 22, 2017

"Although technology such as FitBits and calorie-counting apps can be powerful motivators to become active and eat healthily, it can also promote tracking steps, calories, and pounds in an unhealthy manner."

Achampong and King Primed for Progress

Carolyn Freeman • March 22, 2017

"Achampong and King have support from all sides to push harder on free speech and make headway for student rights that have been missing in the past."

8-Mans and Speaker Phone: TU/TD

TU/TD • March 20, 2017

Today is the day. All of the pent up agony and testosterone of the freshman class will soon erupt in elation ... or in despair.

Are You Going to Finish That Trash?

Rachel Loos • March 20, 2017

"Like I suspect many BC students have done before, I routinely steal food from the dining halls on campus. And recently, I have even begun eating food from the garbage."

Thank You, Fr. Monan

The Heights Editorial Board • March 20, 2017

"Monan achieved enormous success during his time as University president, and will be commemorated for both his tangible achievements and his commitment to the Jesuit spirit that continues to inspire administrators, teachers, and students alike."

Lynch School of Education Hires Show Promising Future

The Heights Editorial Board • March 19, 2017

"Lynch’s decision to recruit diverse faculty members is a crucial step in improving the school’s effectiveness and progress in the modern world."