Our programs help you get the most out of your college experience by connecting you with new people, experiences, and opportunities for personal reflection. 

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Ascend

The transition to college can come with its fair share of joys and challenges. Ascend gives first-year women a chance to connect with upperclass women who have been in their shoes while building community and talking about the shared experience of navigating life at BC. 

Freshmen League

The Freshmen League is a mentorship program where first-year men can learn the ropes at BC, connect with upperclassmen mentors, and take part in off-campus outings with a group of friends.

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Halftime retreat at the Connors Center in Dover, MA. Photographed for the Spring '17 issue of BCM. Journaling / Reflection time.

Halftime

Halftime invites you to step back from your busy life and think about how your major and future career fit in with who you really are, while having conversations with students, faculty, and staff about finding and pursuing passions.

Stride

Stride is specifically designed to help sophomores feel established at BC. The program combines an academic, social, and spiritual approach to help students integrate different aspects of their lives on campus. 

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Through programs and retreats such as Halftime, Ascend, and Stride, I developed stronger self-awareness and reflection skills. Taking time to pause and think intentionally about my values, goals, and growth at BC helped me feel more grounded in who I am and what I want my future to look like.
Sophia Valencia '27