The path less traveled

May 19, 2022

U.S. Coast Guard veteran and Woods College graduate Anthony Sears lives life on his own schedule.

Aquino Scholarship winner

May 18, 2022

Serena Meyers's exploration of her ethnic identity fuels her efforts to promote justice and equity.

A poet in full

May 16, 2022

C. Dale Young '91 writes poems that are featured in some of the world's finest publications. Then it’s off to his day job.

New UGBC leadership

May 06, 2022

BC's undergraduate government welcomes a new president and vice president.

BC named a Military Friendly School

May 03, 2022

The University is recognized for its commitment to programs and services that support the campus military community.

BC Student Affairs VP to review revamp of BAIC

May 03, 2022

Shawna Cooper-Gibson has announced plans to conduct an extensive review, including conversations and focus groups, on how best to maximize the benefits of the center.

BC junior wins Truman Scholarship

April 30, 2022

Emma Story's interest in politics and government has taken her beyond the classroom since her high school days.

New Cooney Family Assistant Professor

April 28, 2022

Allison Curseen specializes in African American and 19th-century American literature and culture.

The future of philanthropy

April 24, 2022

First-year student Alyssa Lego wants to change the world for people with disabilities, including students at the Campus School—and she’s already begun.

50 years of Black Studies at BC

April 14, 2022

The half-century commemoration was the theme for this year's return of the Blacks in Boston conference.

Mikayla Sanchez '23 is awarded Boston College Romero Scholarship

April 14, 2022

The BC junior hopes to foster her commitment to social justice through a career in the field of law.

BC Student Affairs VP races toward "World Marathon Majors"

April 13, 2022

Running this year's Boston Marathon will enable Shawna Cooper-Gibson to complete the world's six most high-profile racing events.

Miles to go for the Campus School

April 13, 2022

Meet three members of the BC community who will run this year's Boston Marathon in support of the school.

Soccer legend Mia Hamm to speak at BC Council for Women event

April 09, 2022

The Olympic gold medalist and Women's World Cup winner will address the CWBC Colloquium on April 12.

Student Affairs VP outlines plans to enhance inclusivity

April 07, 2022

Shawna Cooper-Gibson seeks to make Student Affairs’ centers, offices, and programs more accessible for all students.

'Bring It to the Heights'

April 03, 2022

The annual performance competition continues to strengthen BC's bond with Brighton's Saint Columbkille Partnership School.

In search of a story

March 22, 2022

From Mexico to Antarctica, NOVA filmmaker Arlo Pérez ’16 goes where the science takes him.

A powerful voice

March 10, 2022

Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship winner Kudzai Kapurura ’23 aims to uplift others with her words and actions.

The ends of the earth

February 23, 2022

BC alumnus and blind mountain-climber Erik Weihenmayer goes exploring with Will Smith.

Resilience, generosity, and hope

February 08, 2022

Afghan refugee Farhad Sharifi escaped violence in his home country, and found a team of supporters at BC.

BC Women's Summit

January 24, 2022

This year's event will feature addresses by environmentalist Leah Thomas and slam poet Sarah Kay.

BC announces plans for Pine Manor Institute for Student Success

January 20, 2022

Initiatives will enhance educational opportunities for underrepresented, first-generation students.

A guiding light

January 19, 2022

Steve Pemberton ’89 discusses 'The Lighthouse Effect,' his new book about those who selflessly guide us along life’s voyage.

'What I've learned'

January 15, 2022

Insights from beloved BC librarian and adjunct professor Kwasi Sarkodie-Mensah.

Raising the bar

January 11, 2022

Alumna Kimberly Addison ’12 celebrates her Ghanaian heritage through chocolate.

Character sketch: Alexander Philiphose M.’74

December 21, 2021

The oldest volunteer currently in the Peace Corps Response Program reflects on his recent service.

Unstoppable

December 10, 2021

Graduating senior Urwa Hameed wants to improve the lives of women in her native Pakistan and beyond. Her new book is just the beginning.

A platform to empower

December 07, 2021

As Miss Massachusetts, BC master's student and future social worker Elizabeth Pierre uses her crown to help young people find their voice.

John Barros to join Corcoran Center

December 02, 2021

The former City of Boston economic chief will join the Carroll School center as its inaugural visiting professional.

Peanut power

November 24, 2021

After fighting malnutrition across the globe, BC grad Navyn Salem tackles hunger closer to home.

BC celebrates first-gen students

November 04, 2021

First-Gen Week will be held on campus November 5-12.

More than a marathon

November 03, 2021

Senior Olivia Colombo turns a dire medical prognosis into her proudest athletic achievement.

A unique class for a unique time

October 10, 2021

For members of the Class of 2025, exploration of BC as their potential higher ed destination was entirely remote.

BC among nation's leaders in Pell graduation rates

September 30, 2021

BC places fourth on the Chronicle of Higher Education list of private colleges and universities with the best six-year grad rates for Pell Grant students.

Mission driven

September 20, 2021

BC senior Bailey Renger spent the summer helping NASA build the quantum network of the future.

New point person for BC veterans

September 14, 2021

Michael Lorenz, an Air National Guard veteran, has been named assistant director for veteran programs and services.

At the top of his field

September 11, 2021

Juan Lopera ’99 was a pioneer in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Now he’s leading diversity efforts across one of the state’s largest health systems.

"White Noise"

September 08, 2021

A discussion on the rise and dangers of white nationalism will feature the director of the groundbreaking documentary.

New leaders for Boston College Forum on Racial Justice in America

September 01, 2021

Vice President Joy Moore and Morrissey College Dean Gregory Kalscheur, S.J., are named co-directors.

McNair Scholars shine

August 27, 2021

Faculty mentors praise BC student researchers in the University's McNair Scholars Program.

An inclusive vision

August 19, 2021

Alex Gray ’06 hopes to become Boston’s first blind city councilor.

New director of financial aid

August 16, 2021

Ebony Marsala⁠—a noted problem solver, strategic thinker, and effective communicator⁠—joined BC this summer.

Right as rain

August 12, 2021

The bestselling author of 'Fifty Words For Rain,' BC grad Asha Lemmie is taking a fresh approach to historical fiction.

True detective

August 12, 2021

How Tiffany Brooks ’21 cracked the clues of a fourteen-year-old BC treasure hunt.

First-gen journey

August 08, 2021

Monica Sanchez '21 channels pride in her heritage into a means of helping others.

Being authentic

August 04, 2021

Shakalah Thompson '21 on learning to be fearless, unrelenting, and unapologetic about pursuing your dreams.

The beauty of law

July 27, 2021

Army National Guard veteran Riley Odams' academic career at BC's Woods College sparked a passion for the law.

Celebrating 50 years of coeducation

July 21, 2021

A look back at the BC women who made it happen.

BC welcomes new trustees

July 21, 2021

Eight new board members are drawn from a range of professional backgrounds.

"It's been a crazy journey"

July 15, 2021

It began with emigration from Guatemala. At BC, Augustin P. Rac '21 balanced academics, service, entrepreneurship, and the successful pursuit of U.S. citizenship.

A story to tell

July 08, 2021

Rising junior Kudzai Kapurura celebrates her bicultural identity through award-winning poetry and public speaking.

BC names new Student Affairs VP

June 28, 2021

Shawna Cooper-Gibson, vice president for student services at Seton Hall University, will assume her new role on August 9.

Keeping the faith

June 23, 2021

BC pitcher Samrath Singh is believed to be the first observant Sikh ever to play Division 1 baseball.

May 25, 2021

Commencement 2021 provided a jubilant closing to a challenging year.

Final Takes

May 22, 2021

Graduating Boston College seniors reflect on their final year on the Heights.

Boston College 'Seniors to Remember'

May 20, 2021

Six members of the Class of 2021 reflect on their BC experience.

Increased support for veterans

May 19, 2021

A pilot program will expand financial support for veterans enrolled in BC Law School and the Carroll School full-time M.B.A.

Courageous Conversations

May 14, 2021

A Boston College program promotes civil dialogues on racial justice.

BC Strong community

April 30, 2021

BC Strong Scholars, supporters reflect on strides in campus awareness and accessibility.

"Change begins with one person"

April 23, 2021

Romero Scholarship winner Daniela Vazquez Loriga '22 is Cuban-American first-gen student who aspires to a career in international law.

Pinderhughes Diversity Lecture

April 21, 2021

Developmental psychologist Sheretta Butler-Barnes, who studies the impact of racism on Black adolescents, will deliver this year's BC School of Social Work lecture.

Starting a career during COVID

April 18, 2021

Boston College’s youngest alumni on navigating virtual interviews, remote offices, and PPE requirements as they pursue professional purpose.

Two BC juniors named Truman Scholars

April 15, 2021

Max German and Jenna Mu receive Truman Scholarships, prestigious national awards that support commitment to public service leadership.

Boston College Class of 2025

April 05, 2021

Newly admitted students in the class are the most talented and diverse in BC history.

Diversity and Inclusion Summit

April 01, 2021

BC Law Dean Vincent Rougeau and VP for Institutional Research and Planning Mara Hermano will keynote this year's virtual event on May 26.

Hosffman Ospino to keynote Romero Scholarship event

March 11, 2021

School of Theology and Ministry prof has led nationally recognized studies on the impact of Hispanic Catholics on parishes, schools, and organizations.

Understanding racial trauma

March 11, 2021

BC's Forum on Racial Justice in America presents a virtual appearance by bestselling author Resmaa Menakem.

Talking about "The Farewell"

March 11, 2021

Filmmaker and BC grad Lulu Wang will discuss her 2019 hit at a virtual event.

MLK Scholarship winner

March 03, 2021

As founder, producer, and director of Black Muslim TV, Latifat Odetunde '22 created a space for Black, Muslim voices.

“So You Want to Talk about Race”

March 01, 2021

Ijeoma Oluo will discuss her New York Times bestseller at a Lowell Humanities Series virtual lecture on March 24.

New website for BC veterans

February 27, 2021

The new site connects veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces to academic programs and support, resources, community, and career development at Boston College.

Challenging environmental racism

February 15, 2021

BC's Schiller Institute for Integrated Science and Society and Forum on Racial Justice in America host second major event.

Women's Summit 2021

February 10, 2021

This year's event featured addresses by Black Lives Matter Global Network co-founder Patrisse Cullors and Chanel Miller, a national advocate for awareness of sexual violence.

Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Banquet

February 04, 2021

Award-winning BC theologian M. Shawn Copeland will keynote the annual event on February 16.

BC partners with VetLink program

December 14, 2020

The collaboration will help expand opportunities and access for student veterans.

From Saint C's to BC

December 12, 2020

Saint Columbkille Partnership School emerges as a new "nest" for future BC Eagles.

Supporting first-gens

December 08, 2020

BC F1RST is Boston College's new living and learning community designed for first-generation students.

Character sketch

December 03, 2020

Grounded by the pandemic, globetrotting travel writer Sarah Khan ’03 is finding other creative outlets.

She's the boss

November 16, 2020

How BC alumna Helen Wu turned her popular podcast from a hobby into a career.

Solidarity for Racial Justice event

October 14, 2020

BC students, faculty, staff, and student organizations are invited to show solidarity in support of racial justice on October 27.

Toward a more just America

October 12, 2020

BC Law Dean Vincent Rougeau, inaugural director of the Boston College Forum on Racial Justice in America, talks about the new initiative.

BC Forum on Racial Justice in America begins

October 10, 2020

The University-wide initiative launched with a Service of Hope and Reconciliation, the first of five public events in October.

Meet BC 2024

October 05, 2020

New class demonstrates the academic strength and geographical and ethnic diversity that have become hallmarks of BC undergraduate enrollment.

BC's 20th annual Diversity Challenge

October 05, 2020

The national conference, now virtual, will feature a robust roster of speakers and panelists October 23-24.

Boston College Forum on Racial Justice in America begins

October 04, 2020

The University-wide initiative includes five public events in October, beginning with a Service of Hope and Reconciliation.

BC has nation's third-highest graduation rate for Pell Grant recipients

October 04, 2020

Rate reflects University efforts to enroll first-generation, low-income students, historically under-represented in higher education.

BC reports increase in faculty diversity

September 17, 2020

Strategic commitment to diversity results in consistent upward trend in the hiring of women and persons of color.

BC receives $1.7M for Student Support Services

August 28, 2020

Federal grant will assist low-income, first-generation students and students with disabilities toward academic success and college completion.

Community through comedy

August 25, 2020

From The King of Staten Island to Jimmy Kimmel Live!, BC alum Lou Wilson is crafting the career he always wanted.

VP Joy Moore to lead Pine Manor Institute for Student Success

July 30, 2020

The new initiative will serve underrepresented, first-generation, low-income students.

A college connection

July 30, 2020

BC students launch an online resource for high schoolers in their Parsippany, New Jersey hometown.

Addressing the reality of racism

July 22, 2020

Law School Dean Vincent Rougeau, director of the new Boston College Forum on Racial Justice in America, outlines his vision for the intiative.

More than a game

July 20, 2020

Brandon Brito '20 films a documentary on challenges facing soccer players in Cape Verde.

Take Three

July 16, 2020

Third-year BC students reflect on their junior year experiences.

Atinuke Adediran joins BC Law

June 30, 2020

As the David and Pamela Donohue Assistant Professor in business law, she will teach civil procedure, professional responsibility, and access to justice.

BC Forum on Racial Justice in America

June 12, 2020

The new forum and related initiatives are outlined in a letter from University President William P. Leahy, S.J., and senior administrators.

How to get to Sesame Street

June 06, 2020

What's it like to write for the beloved children's show? BC grad Ed Valentine reminisces.

"We must condemn racial prejudice and profound injustice"

June 02, 2020

A letter from Boston College President William P. Leahy, S.J.

Romero Scholarship winner

May 31, 2020

Monica Sanchez '21 immigrated to the U.S. as a child. She plans to study law to help those facing similar challenges.

Aquino Scholarship winner

May 29, 2020

Political science and international studies major Urwa Hameed '21 aspires to a career addressing injustice.

Unapologetic

May 10, 2020

With Vyntage, BC juniors Grace Assogba and Pamela Bailey are carving out space online for Gen-Z women of color.

BC a First-Gen Forward institution

April 13, 2020

National recognition acknowledges demonstrated commitment to first-generation student success.

'Call Me American'

March 02, 2020

Somali refugee Abdi Nor Iftin's past was filled with violence, trauma, and persecution. His present includes U.S. citizenship and BC's Woods College. He has high hopes for his future.

Poised to uplift her community

February 24, 2020

This year's Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship recipient aims to incorporate social justice into a career in health care.

Integrating mission

February 19, 2020

An Intersections program highlights faculty connections across disciplines and with BC's mission of formative education.

Boston College joins QuestBridge

January 16, 2020

The University has accepted an invitation to join nonprofit program that assists talented, high-need students to attend elite universities.

Venturing outdoors

January 06, 2020

Gale Straub '08 left a venture capital firm for a camping and hiking trip that inspired a popular podcast, website, and book for outdoors women.

'Stars of the Industry'

December 14, 2019

Aleyda Castillo and Heraldo Laguerre of BC Dining are recognized at Mass. Restaurant Association gala.

In Memoriam: Pete Frates '07

December 09, 2019

The former BC Baseball captain and champion of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge dies at age 34.

Be 'lighthouses' for others

December 08, 2019

Alumnus, diversity champion, and author Steve Pemberton speaks on fortitude, faith, and the power of small kindnesses.

'You will find yourself here'

December 04, 2019

Woods College enhances the continuing ed model with a unique focus on students’ personal, spiritual growth.

Woods College names associate dean for undergraduate programs

December 02, 2019

Boston College alumna Michelle Elias Bloomer has significant experience in continuing and adult education and professional studies.

Recognizing Latino leadership

November 25, 2019

Three from BC make this year's El Mundo Boston list of young influencers making a positive impact.

PULSE turns 50

November 24, 2019

After a half-century, Boston College’s signature service learning program is more popular than ever.

Enduring bonds

November 23, 2019

The staying power of PULSE relationships.

The power of art

November 20, 2019

A service trip to China inspired BC sophomore Angela Liu's exhibition of oil paintings.

Affiliates Program turns 20

October 30, 2019

One hundred and eighty-five employees have completed the professional development program since its inception.

Chobani officer Grace Zuncic ’05 at Endeavor 2020

October 26, 2019

The fifth in a series of three-day career exploration programs for sophomores and juniors will take place in January.

Four decades of Options Through Education

October 09, 2019

The BC program supports first-year students who demonstrate potential and leadership in spite of challenging circumstances.

Meet BC 2023

October 05, 2019

Accepted from a record number of applicants, the first-year class is the most talented and diverse in Boston College history.

BC Affinity Groups grow

September 17, 2019

The ninth and newest group is ABLED@BC, which aims to promote and affirm an inclusive campus environment for persons with disabilities.

In Memoriam: Charles F. Smith Jr

August 13, 2019

Boston College’s first tenured African-American faculty member died on Aug. 1 at the age of 86.