For just the second time in program history, BC baseball will retire a number—Pete Frates’ No. 3 jersey—in a pregame ceremony on Saturday.
Down 2 Percent From Last Year, Admissions Received 29,000 Applications
Down two percent from last year, the Office of Admissions received 29,000 total applications for the class of 2020. Last year, BC received 29,486.
End of the Line: Napoli, Hussey Close Out Term of Student Interest Success, Policy Challenges
UGBC president Thomas Napoli, MCAS ’16, and vice-president Olivia Hussey, MCAS ’17, hosted more events this year but were unable to accomplish major goals.
Triumph in Corcoran Commons: Printers to be Installed in June
After many years of logistical and bureaucratic holdups, the University will be installing printers in Corcoran Commons this summer.
GLTBQ Leadership Council Recognized With 2016 Ever to Excel Award
The GLTBQ Leadership Council (GLC) received the Ever to Excel award for its work in making BC a more inclusive campus for GLTBQ students.
Justin Simmons Taken in Third Round by Denver Broncos
The Eagles’ safety, whose breakout senior season helped catapult him onto many teams’ draft boards, will join the defending Super Bowl champions.
CJBC Hosts Sleep-Out at Office of the President to Enforce Goal of Education, Divestment
On Thursday night, Climate Justice Boston College gathered outside of President Father Leahy’s house to protest the University’s investment in fossil fuels. CJBC also held a vigil for climate refugees around the world.
Let’s Talk About Sex (Maybe): A New UGBC Bill Could Mean a Change in Sexual Health Discussion
Though the conversation has been lacking for the past few years, a new bill from UGBC might finally get people talking about sexual health on campus.
Swim and Dive Coach Concerned About Plans for New Pool, Future of Program
When plans for BC’s new athletic facility did not include a 3-meter diving board, swim and dive coach Tom Groden grew concerned about what it meant for the future of his program.
Senator Jeanne Shaheen to Give Law School Commencement Speech
The BC Law School announced this week that Jeanne Shaheen, the first female senator and governor of New Hampshire, will speak at the 2016 commencement.