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A Look into BC Dining: Evolution Throughout BC’s History

Julia Kiersznowski, Erin Shannon, and Beth Verghese November 18, 2022
Student outcry to changes within Boston College Dining is far from a new phenomenon. Rather, it spans several decades.
Remembering Robert Mauro: a Thoughtful Colleague and Devoted Father (Featured Image Courtesy of Barbara Mauro)

Remembering Robert Mauro: a Thoughtful Colleague and Devoted Father

Julia Kiersznowski, Will Martino, and Karyl Clifford November 8, 2022
Director of Boston College’s Global Leadership Institute Robert Mauro, who died on Oct. 31 at age 46, strove to strengthen ties between academic leaders in Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Boston throughout his career.
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Oct. 23

Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Oct. 23

Opinions October 23, 2022

Thumbs Up: Teddy Bear Prescriptions Typical diagnoses for college students in the fall frequently include colds and allergies, but also include homesickness. Waves of nostalgia draw impacted...

(Annie Corrigan / Heights Editor)

Halloween Happenings in Newton: 10 Boos and Things to Do

Victor Stefanescu October 16, 2022
There is plenty going on in Newton over the month, with fun-filled events for the whole family happening across the city.
Bringing Music Home to BC: Bouncing Between Record Stores on the T

Bringing Music Home to BC: Bouncing Between Record Stores on the T

Paterson Tran October 16, 2022
Assistant Arts Editor Pat Tran went on search for The Flaming Lips, taking him to record stores across the Boston area.
(Featured Image by Alexis Thomas / Heights Staff)

Russian Journalist and Nobel Prize Laureate Dmitry Muratov Speaks at BC’s Clough Colloquium

Alexis Thomas October 13, 2022
Members of the Boston College community and the public flooded Gasson 100 to hear Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov speak on Tuesday night.
Tucked away in Newton’s Piccadilly Square, the restaurant has been a neighborhood fixture for almost two decades. (Ven Cernjul / Heights Staff)

Cafe St. Petersburg Satiates Cravings for Homey Russian Cooking

Ven Cernjul October 2, 2022
After 10 years, Cafe St. Petersburg moved to the current location nestled in Newton’s Piccadilly Square. A red path leads to the entrance.
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Who We Are Project CEO Discusses History of Social Justice and Racism in America

Aditya Rao September 11, 2022
We all must understand the history of racial inequality in America to bring about racial equity, according to Jeffery Robinson, founder and CEO of The Who We Are Project.
In just one game at Boston College, George Takacs broke his career receiving yards. (Nicole Wei / Heights Staff)

At BC, Tight End George Takacs Has The Chance To Become A New Version Of Himself

Graham Dietz September 11, 2022
In addition to his experience as a pass blocker, BC's George Takacs has shown his strengths as a downfield target, and is taking on a new role in the Eagles' offensive system.
BC Administrators and Faculty Talk Monkeypox, How To Stay Safe On Campus

BC Administrators and Faculty Talk Monkeypox, How To Stay Safe On Campus

Amy Palmer September 4, 2022
Monkeypox is not an African disease nor is it a gay disease, according to Welkin Johnson, chair of the biology department at Boston College—it is an infectious disease.
Featured Image Courtesy of Lee Pellegrini

‘Her Loss Will Be Felt Worldwide’: Friends and Colleagues Remember Patricia Doherty

Amy Palmer August 9, 2022
For many, Patricia Doherty was much more than the director of Boston College’s Institute for Scientific Research (ISR). For Associate Director Keith Groves, she made the ISR a family.
Tartufo features authentic cuisine from the Abruzzo region on the Italian coast. (Ashley Emanuel / Heights Staff)

Tartufo in Newton Centre Transports Newton Residents to the Italian Coast

Ashley Emanuel April 26, 2022
Ted Mountzuris, the owner, added that the restaurant’s location—much more convenient for Newtonians than traveling all the way to Boston’s North End—is another bonus, allowing the eatery to provide quality Italian cuisine in a local setting.
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