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(Parker Leaf / Heights Editor)

You Are Not in the Darkest Timeline

Tommy Roche November 3, 2024
It’s hard not to feel cynical in 2024, as digital alerts about climate change and wars and migrants and mental illness all pump into our brains like water against an unstable dam. Amid this doom and gloom, we ought to acknowledge we do not live in the “the Darkest Timeline,” as joked about by the cult classic NBC sitcom Community.
(Parker Leaf / Heights Editor)

How to Make the Most of Your Fall Break

Kaylee Dunleavy October 3, 2024
Crisp air, cascading leaves, and sweaters galore mean autumn has finally arrived in Chestnut Hill. While midterm season looms over the heads of Boston College students, the brief respite of fall break also pokes its head out to provide relief amid the stress.
(Parker Leaf / Heights Editor)

‘Speak No Evil’ Leaves Frittered Potential 

Alex Burton September 20, 2024
James Watkins’ 'Speak No Evil' leaves horror and psychological thriller lovers bored and unfazed.  
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Sept. 15

Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Sept. 15

Opinions September 15, 2024
Warm lighting and tranquil melodies flooded Stokes Lawn, bringing some much-needed calm to the typically bustling heart of campus. Though they were only here for a night, it was refreshing to finally see some men worth trusting make an appearance on the Heights.
(Parker Leaf / Heights Editor)

The Search for Leahy’s Successor

Kyle Rosenthal September 10, 2024
The resignation of Boston College President Rev. William P. Leahy, S.J., tasks the University with finding a new leader for the first time in almost 30 years. However, the Board of Trustees made sure to swiftly indicate that it is likely to select another Jesuit to fill the role.
Johnny was 31 and Matthew was 29. (Photo courtesy of BC Athletics)

Former BC Hockey Players Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau Killed in New Jersey Crash

Luke Evans August 30, 2024
Former Boston College men’s hockey skaters Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Gaudreau died on Thursday night after being hit by a suspected drunk driver while biking near their hometown in New Jersey.
(Photo Courtesy of Tomáš Kačmár/ CNN Prima NEWS)

“These Relationships Can’t Be Taken for Granted”: How U.S. Ambassador Bijan Sabet, BC ’91, is Navigating a Consequential Moment in U.S.-Czech Relations

Onur Toper June 19, 2024
“All the work to strengthen our relations with the Czechs is something that is really our top priority,” Sabet said. “These relationships can't be taken for granted—it's something that we should continue to invest in and to care about and that's really my goal every single day.”
(Kellen Davis / Heights Staff)

Davidow: Creating The All-Time Boston College Men’s Hockey Team

Charlie Davidow May 13, 2024
Charlie Davidow details his all-time Boston College men's hockey team.
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Apr. 28

Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Apr. 28

Opinions April 28, 2024
The final day of classes is exciting in its own right, but adding a muddy volleyball game and a concert to the mix only boosts anticipation.
Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Mar. 24

Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down: Week of Mar. 24

Opinions March 24, 2024
TD Garden has never seen more maroon and gold than it did on Saturday night. Boston College students flooded the arena with deafening cheers as the Eagles sent shot after shot into Boston University’s net, securing the team’s first Hockey East championship title in 12 years.
The restaurant has been running for 12 years. (Brooke Ghaly / Heights Editor)

Farmstead Table Brings Bold and Locally-Grown Flavors to Newton

Brooke Ghaly and Laney McAden March 20, 2024
Located at 71 Union St. in the heart of Newton Centre, Farmstead Table offers a homey environment accompanied by high-quality meals. 
(Sarah Fleming / Heights Editor)

UGBC Senate Shares Updates on Pine Manor, Discusses Ideas for Outdoor Study Spaces

Jack Beckman March 19, 2024
The Pine Manor Institute for Student Success (PMI) is primed to serve students next year, despite the increased responsibilities it has taken on, student senators shared at the UGBC Senate meeting on Tuesday night.
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