Laura Steinberg will be the director of the Schiller Institute. With this hiring, four of the last five senior administrators hired at BC have been women.
Opinions, Editorials
Economics as STEM Could Present Positive Implications for International Students
One of the primary goals of this shift, however, is to benefit international students.
News, Top Story, Academics
Economics Major Reclassified as STEM
The economics major was reclassified as a science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) program from a social science this summer. The major was discontinued and replaced by Econometrics and Quantitative Economics (EQE) which will serve as its new name.
News, Top Story, Administration
BC Continues to Emphasize Diversifying Faculty
Almost a year after the “Silence is Still Violence” march, Boston College is staring down several obstacles that stand in the way of a more diverse and representative faculty, but according to figures, BC has one of the most diverse faculties of its peer schools.
News, Top Story, Academics
Wake Forest Provides a Model for BC to Implement Engineering Program
“Our world/society truly needs ‘liberal art’ engineers to lead with character and technical acumen.” said Olga Pierrakos, chair of the Wake Forest engineering program.
News, On Campus, Featured Story
Mae Jemison Encourages Inclusion and Diversity in STEM Fields
Mae Jemison, the first woman of color to be deployed in space, works to promote inclusivity both for women in STEM fields and among people in relation to Earth and space.
Opinions, Editorials
BC Shows A Good Return On Investment With Room To Grow
A study released shows that Boston College was ranked fourth in financial value for universities in Massachusetts, which is both something to applaud, and a sign that there is more room to grow.
Opinions, Column
Why STEM Is Not Necessarily The Answer
For those who wish to not see their future go to science, everything is going to be just fine.
