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Winston Family Gift To Endow Provost Position, Support Innovation at BC

Mei Dasgupta April 28, 2025
Provost and Dean of Faculties David Quigley was named the inaugural Robert L. and Judith T. Winston Provost and Dean of Faculties following a major gift from Bob and Judy Winston.
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Strength in Unity: How BC Can Navigate Uncertainty and Support Science

Sofia Smirnov April 25, 2025
Science has traditionally been a steadfast pillar of the global community, advancing the common good. Recent shifts in policies and funding priorities, however, have introduced newfound uncertainties into the scientific world. The purpose of this piece is to remind the Boston College community of the importance and interconnectedness of all sectors of science—and to offer a source of inspiration to overcome this period of transition and ambiguity.
The diagnosed nurses all worked on the hospital’s fifth floor. (Genevieve Morrison / Heights Editor)

Five Newton-Wellesley Hospital Nurses Diagnosed with Brain Tumors

Laney McAden April 8, 2025
Five Mass General Brigham Newton-Wellesley Hospital nurses in the hospital’s fifth-floor have been diagnosed with non-malignant brain tumors.
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Germany’s Trillion-Dollar Gamble

Jose Garcia April 8, 2025
Germany’s economy has faced stagnation over the past three years, following two years of economic downturn. In response, the newly elected chancellor, Friedrich Merz, has introduced an ambitious plan to revitalize the economy through increased defense and infrastructure spending.
(Photo Courtesy of Margie Palladino)

Redefining Family Advocacy: Margie Palladino’s Mission for Courtroom Reform

Evie Oosting April 4, 2025
“We all do this because we know our situations are over. I am not doing this to improve my case. My case is over,” Palladino said. “Every woman that is part of our group says they just don't want this to happen to other women and other children.”
Rosario: America vs. The Arts

Rosario: America vs. The Arts

Bryanna Rosario March 23, 2025
This is not solely a problem in school districts, it's a nationwide phenomenon. America doesn’t care about the arts.
NPS has only been notified of one grant cut so far—a program to coach special education high school students on college readiness. (Genevieve Morrison / Heights Editor)

Newton Schools Brace For Potentially “Devastating” Funding Cuts Under Trump Administration

Genevieve Morrison March 1, 2025
Newton Public Schools faces the potential loss of up to $8.7 million in federal grants following directives from the Trump administration. 
(Photo Courtesy of Mary C. Murphy)

Murphy Champions Peace and Connection at BC’s Irish Institute

Paige Folli February 24, 2025
“There are many issues that affect both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland,” Murphy said. “And perhaps Boston College can position itself to assist Irish policymakers, Irish politicians, and various Irish communities within Ireland to think through some of these challenges and problems.”
The seal the councilors voted on Tuesday incorporated a design of Newton City Hall from across the ponds in front of it. (Photo Courtesy of Sebastian Elliot Ebarb)

Newton City Council Approves New City Seal In Contested Vote

Riley Del Sesto February 23, 2025
On Tuesday evening, the Newton City Council approved a new city seal following four years of discussion and planning.
Paradise Unraveling: White Lotus Season 3 Sets a Meditative Fuse

Paradise Unraveling: White Lotus Season 3 Sets a Meditative Fuse

Mary Kozeny February 21, 2025
The acclaimed HBO series The White Lotus returns for its third season, trading sun-drenched Sicily for the serenity of Thailand's Koh Samui.
The Options Through Education Program was renamed last year for two Boston College alumni, Keith Francis (left) and Floyd McCrory (right). / (Photo Courtesy of Karly Francis-Forrester and Katina McCrory Hunter)

Renamed McCrory-Francis Scholars Program Honors Lives and Legacies of Two Black Alumni

Elizabeth Maher February 17, 2025
“Them renaming it in honor of him and Mr. Floyd is just unbelievable, and I'm glad that he was able to really allow students to experience it, and students are still able to experience it,” Francis-Forrester said.
Britain’s Beloved Bear returns in ‘Paddington in Peru’

Britain’s Beloved Bear returns in ‘Paddington in Peru’

Alexandrine Bourlot February 16, 2025
With its charming humor, heartfelt storytelling, and stunning visuals, Paddington in Peru continues to uphold the bear’s legacy as one of British cinema’s most endearing characters.
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