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Letter to the Editor: A Brighter Perspective on America’s Democratic Future
Eli Marsalek October 27, 2025

We at the Clough Center are deeply grateful for The Heights’ coverage of our 2025 Fall Colloquium earlier this month. While the article rightly...

The Mac Mini #17
Sarah Vergura October 26, 2025

Man Trespassed After Shouting Racial Slur Near Black Students Outside St. Mary’s Hall
Nikita Osadchiy October 26, 2025
The Boston College Police Department (BCPD) issued a trespass Thursday to a man who shouted the n-word and string of expletives at a group of Black students outside St. Mary’s Hall.
Beyond the Numbers: How Tom Byrne Turns Research Into Solutions for Homelessness
Evie Oosting October 26, 2025
“If we want to be a socially just society, we have to think about how we can provide the most basic fundamental needs people have, which is a safe, decent place to live for everybody,” Byrne said.
‘The Kardashians’ Season Seven Premiere: Is Performative the Point?
Carolina Heeschen October 26, 2025
The Kardashians premiered its seventh season on Thursday, bringing a new wave of luxury designer wardrobes and family drama to our living rooms. This iconic family remains timeless, seemingly holding a permanent position in pop culture. 
(Steve Mooney / Heights Archives)
Man Trespassed After Shouting Racial Slur Near Black Students Outside St. Mary’s Hall
Nikita Osadchiy October 26, 2025
The Boston College Police Department (BCPD) issued a trespass Thursday to a man who shouted the n-word and string of expletives at a group of Black students outside St. Mary’s Hall.
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(Steve Mooney / Heights Archives)
Man Trespassed After Shouting Racial Slur Near Black Students Outside St. Mary’s Hall
Nikita Osadchiy October 26, 2025
The Boston College Police Department (BCPD) issued a trespass Thursday to a man who shouted the n-word and string of expletives at a group of Black students outside St. Mary’s Hall.
(Molly Bruns / Heights Archives)
He Predicted the Russia-Ukraine War Years in Advance. Now He Warns NATO Could Collapse.
Alexa Allers and Kiki Donaldson October 26, 2025

When Vittorio Hösle predicted in 2015 that Ukraine was at risk of a full-scale invasion by Russia, few people believed him. Now, he is warning...

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Boisi Center Director Rev. Mark Massa, S.J. To Step Down After Nine Years
Emily Russo and Samuel Lee-Papastavros October 24, 2025
Rev. Mark Massa, S.J., will step down from his role as director of the Boisi Center for Religion and American Public Life after nine years in the role.
(Molly Bruns / Heights Archives)
BC Republicans Denounce Controversial Speaker’s Remarks
Nikita Osadchiy and Riley Del Sesto October 24, 2025
The Boston College Republicans denounced Nick Solheim’s remarks, emphasizing that the group does not endorse his rhetoric and that it is actively cooperating with the Office of Student Involvement (OSI) to resolve an investigation into the unapproved event.
(Nicole Vagra / Heights Archives)
BC Republicans Under Investigation After Unapproved Speaker’s Inflammatory Remarks Spark Outrage
Nikita Osadchiy October 23, 2025

The Boston College Office of Student Involvement (OSI)—which oversees student organizations on campus—has launched an investigation into...

Jack Neuhauser died on Sept. 30 at the age of 82.
“A Happy Warrior”: Remembering John J. “Jack” Neuhauser
Katherine Kline October 23, 2025
John J. “Jack” Neuhauser made a lasting impact on the Boston College community through his leadership and dedication to serving its needs, according to David Quigley. 
(Jashodhara Jindal / Heights Editor)
‘The Kardashians’ Season Seven Premiere: Is Performative the Point?
Carolina Heeschen October 26, 2025
The Kardashians premiered its seventh season on Thursday, bringing a new wave of luxury designer wardrobes and family drama to our living rooms. This iconic family remains timeless, seemingly holding a permanent position in pop culture. 
(Alina Ahmad / Heights Contributor)
bOp!’s “Live at the Cabaret Room” Delivers Yet Again
Kalia Philbert October 26, 2025
Boston College’s premier Jazz ensemble bOp! gave an electric performance at their “Live at the Cabaret Room” showcase in Vanderslice Hall, a performance that brought together a constellation of classics—everything from the Big Band era to the soulful sounds of ’70s rock.
(Parker Leaf / Heights Senior Staff)
Demi Lovato Sounds Unnecessarily Different on ‘It’s Not That Deep’
Caroline Ko October 26, 2025
Having flown under the radar since the release of her last album, Demi Lovato presents a radical switch to dance-pop with It’s Not That Deep. Harnessing a techno sound and distorted vocals, it sounds like Lovato was heavily inspired by Brat Summer.
(Parker Leaf / Heights Senior Staff)
‘Death & Love’ Is a Satisfying, Though Predictable, Addition to Circa Waves’ Discography
Lillian Kelly October 26, 2025
While Death & Love feels somewhat generic, it accomplishes what it aims to do well. It is lively, catchy, and generally a good time. 
(Parker Leaf / Heights Senior Staff)
‘The Boy Who Played the Harp’ and Spoke Truth: A Review of Dave’s Groundbreaking Album
Anthony McPhelim October 26, 2025
Dave’s The Boy Who Played the Harp is a masterclass in maturity and inclusion. It’s a true model of an artist using their platform to be the voice of a greater minority. 
(Jashodhara Jindal / Heights Editor)
Cozy and Criminally Underrated TV Shows To Watch This Fall
Nicole Charbit Azpurua October 23, 2025
My perfect fall viewing isn't necessarily about ghosts and gore, but simply shows that just feel like October. They're the kind of shows that are sometimes overlooked, or maybe you saw them years ago and forgot just how good they are.
BC has surrendered the second-most points among all Power Four teams. (Paul Criado / Heights Staff)
Notebook: BC Suffers 38–24 Loss Against No. 19 Louisville
Brett Lundgren, Heights Staff • October 26, 2025
Despite lopsided pregame predictions, Boston College football used lengthy drives and second-half turnovers to keep itself in a one-score game for much of the night.
Sunday’s win marked the Eagles’ only conference win of the season. (Jenny Krasic / Heights Staff)
BC Knocks Off Louisville in Shootout, Caps Off Regular Season With First ACC Win of Season
Emily Roberge October 26, 2025
Fortunately, for the Eagles, they were on the winning side this time around
BC finished its fall ball season with a 5–1–1 record. (Jenny Krasic / Heights Staff)
Midfielders Thrive, BC Beats Harvard, UMass, and Brown
Matthew Ferrara, Heights Staff • October 26, 2025
Boston College lacrosse beat Brown 15–8 to end its Sunday slate of fall ball games, adding on to its wins over Harvard and UMass earlier in the morning.
Fuller was sworn into office on Jan. 1, 2018, and will leave office after finishing her second term. (Laney McAden / Heights Editor)
The Exit Interview: Newton Mayor Fuller Reflects on Eight Years in Office
Laney McAden October 26, 2025
With her tenure almost behind her and the municipal election on Nov. 4, Fuller is insistent that every candidate, whether for school committee, city council, or the mayoralty, needs to be forward-thinking and prepared to meet the challenges of the current era. 
Jokic explores cultures through song, analyzing their intricacies and dissecting how they compare to other music. (Mariam Djaby / For the Heights)
One Song, Many Worlds: Jokic Explores How Culture Reflects in Music
Mariam Djaby October 26, 2025
The Newton Public Library hosted Berklee assistant professor and musician Tamara Jokic on Thursday in partnership with Older Adult Services for a lecture titled “Musical Performance Lecture: Around the World.”
Silber is running against incumbents David Kalis and Richard Lipof for the two Ward 8 at-large seats. (Image Courtesy of Jacob Silber)
Jacob Silber Pitches a Shift From Dependency to Self-Reliance in Ward 8 City Council Run
Fan Yee Ivan O and William Connors October 26, 2025
Ward 8 at-large candidate Jacob Silber is pitching a Newton less reliant on federal and state funding and more focused on strengthening its own tax base.