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NYU Tisch Professor Performs Excerpts from Recent Play

Colleen Martin • April 11, 2018

At one point, Smith suggested that children should be encouraged to look inward and find the power that resides within themselves.

Marvel’s ‘Black Panther’ Declaws Original Lesbian Narrative

Kaylie Ramirez • February 16, 2018

Arts editor Kaylie Ramirez breaks down the intersectional implications of Marvel's decision to alter the sexuality of two lesbian characters for the silver screen adaptation of 'Black Panther.'

Student Assembly Passes Resolution for Full-Time Staff Member for LGBTQ+ Students

Samantha Karl • February 14, 2018

“Boston College has a socially conservative and Roman Catholic identity, which only contributes to a culture of anti-queerness, which can exacerbate this problem,” said Hugh McMahon, UGBC Senator and MCAS '20.

UGBC Teams Discuss Goals, Qualifications at Final Debate

Charlie Power • February 12, 2018

The candidates were asked to respond to a variety of questions, ranging from issues of diversity and inclusion to discussing the challenges they would face in office if elected.

In Pictures: Thousands Attend ‘Silence is Still Violence’ March Through Campus

Steven Everett • October 20, 2017

Featured Images by Julia Hopkins, Lizzy Barrett / Heights Editors

Emotions Run High at Rally as Students Plan ‘Silence is Still Violence’ March

Chris Russo • October 16, 2017

“We’re not all going to be free until the most marginalized person is free: black, queer, woman, not able-bodied,” said UGBC President Akosua Achampong, MCAS '18.

BC Theology Prof. Did Not Speak at Madonna University After Conservative Criticism

Cole Dady • September 26, 2017

The planned lecture was titled “A New Vision for the Church: Pope Francis' Agenda for Social Justice.”

LTE: GLBTQ+ Leadership Council Responds to “LTE: A Response to ‘Looking Forward to a Progressive Future'”

Letters • September 23, 2017

"If we want to continue to grow as a Boston College community it is important that we do not hide behind what is perceived as Jesuit ideals and other kinds of groupthink and think for ourselves."

LTE: A Response to “LTE: A Response to ‘Looking Forward to a Progressive Future’”

Letters • September 23, 2017

"The bible solely existing as a piece of literature notwithstanding, it is hypocritical to claim that traditional marriage is vindicated in the bible and therefore rationalizes oppression of marginalized communities."

LTE: A Response to “LTE: A Response to ‘Looking Forward to a Progressive Future'”

Letters • September 23, 2017

"To queer folks directly, you belong at BC. Plain and simple: you belong here."

LTE: A Response to “LTE: A Response to ‘Looking Forward to a Progressive Future'”

Letters • September 23, 2017

"It is important to remember that the push for a LGBTQ+ resource center stems from the desire to have a safe space for queer students where resources are centralized and made easily-accessible."

LTE: Theology Professor Responds to “LTE: A Response to ‘Looking Forward to a Progressive Future'”

Letters • September 22, 2017

"If Catholic colleges need anything, they need resources to articulate a Catholic position in a way that assists personal growth and a sense of calling."