convocation Archives — The Heights

Springsteen Speaks at First-Year Convocation

The annual freshmen parade down Linden Lane to Alumni Stadium for freshman convocation was missing…

Bruce Springsteen to Speak at Freshman Convocation

Bruce Springsteen, author of the memoir Born to Run, will address the Class of 2024 at the First Year Academic Convocation on Sept. 10 in Conte Forum.

News, On Campus

Chris Wilson Continues His Master Plan

Growing up during the ’80s and ’90s in Washington D.C., Convocation speaker Chris WIlson was no stranger to the dangers of abuse, assault, and gun violence.

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Stanford Professor Evans, Leahy Address Freshmen at First Year Convocation

University President Rev. William P. Leahy, S.J., addressed the flock of freshmen clustered in Conte Forum this past Thursday at First Year Academic Convocation. A maroon tapestry cloaked the bottom of the platform, emblazoned with phrase: Go set the world aflame.

News, Top Story, Administration

At University Convocation, Leahy Commits to “Similar Response” to Renewed Abuse Allegations in the Church

University President Rev. William P. Leahy, S.J. spoke to Boston College’s faculty and staff Wednesday…

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A Conversation With Convocation Speaker Lev Golinkin

“I came into BC wanting nothing to do with my past, and I left as a Jew, needing to engage,” Golinkin said.

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From Age 12, Pemberton Had His Heart Set on Boston College

After growing up in the foster care system, Steve Pemberton is learning what it means to be a parent through the eyes of his three children.

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Pemberton Advises Students to Find Fulfillment at Convocation Address

After surviving years of abuse in the foster care system, Steve Pemberton shared his story and willingness to overcome adversity at the class of 2020’s Convocation address.

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This Year’s Convocation Speaker is a BC Alum and VP of Walgreens

Author of ‘A Chance in the World’ and Vice President of Walgreens Steve Pemberton, BC ’89, will address the incoming freshman class at the 2016 Convocation ceremony.