Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny gave the Boston College Sesquicentennial Class of 2013 an unabashed vote of confidence at Monday’s Commencement Exercises, encouraging them to put to use their talents and skills, as well as the values shaped by their family life and their time at the Heights. more »
The 2012-13 academic year has been a highly successful one for BC students seeking fellowships and scholarships more »
Professor of Mathematics Solomon Friedberg was appointed the James P. McIntyre Professor of Mathematics more »
Injured in the Boston Marathon bombings last month, Brittany Loring, right, and Liza Cherney were on hand to receive their diplomas.(Photo from the Brittany Loring Recovery Facebook Page) For links to more photos, see the official BC Flickr page.
In 2013, there were many seniors to remember. Our staff sat down and had conversations with six members of the Class of 2013 who exemplify what's best about Boston College. This year's standout class includes Taylour Kumpf, Marty Long, Lisa Piccirillo, Sandra Dickson, Rui Soares, and Pat Mullane. Read more about them here. See more videos on the Boston College YouTube page. (Produced by the Office of News & Public Affairs)
Last week’s announcement by the Irish government that it will compensate survivors of Ireland’s notorious Magdalene Laundries seemed to conclude one of the country’s most controversial and wrenching scandals.But a Boston College faculty member says real closure is likely to prove elusive for the women who endured abuse and exploitation in the Catholic Church-run asylums — and that the tragedy’s larger lessons may likewise be lost. more »
In the lab, biochemist Larry McLaughlin is all about unraveling the mysteries of DNA, creating new anti-virals and probing he potential of nano-scale drug therapies. In the garage, vintage car enthusiast McLaughlin is all about a 1954 Austin Healey M-100. more »
This year’s honorary degree recipients included Wayne Budd, Enda Kenny and James Woods, Mary Lou DeLong and Cornelia Kelley. more »
During Monday’s Commencement Exercises, Lynch School of Education graduating senior Claire Geruson was presented with the 2013 Rev. Edward H. Finnegan, SJ, Memorial Award — Boston College’s most prestigious graduation honor, given to the student who best exemplifies the spirit of BC’s motto, “Ever to Excel.” more »
Several retiring faculty and staff bid farewell to Boston College this year. Here, they share some of their fondest memories at The Heights. more »
Juniors Matthew Alonzosana and Wei Kuang “Lucilla” Pan are the first co-winners of the Benigno and Corazon Aquino Scholarship, presented annually to students who represent the highest ideals and aspirations of Boston College and the Asian American community. more »