Community
The community at the Connell School works to ensure that we all thrive—inside and outside the classroom. Inspired by Boston College's Jesuit tradition, our culture of support promotes care for the whole person by encouraging each student’s intellectual, personal, professional, and spiritual growth.
Community Voices
Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging
The Connell School is dedicated to building and maintaining an environment that supports inclusivity and fosters the success of a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. We are dedicated to addressing social justice issues, working to reduce health disparities, and educating the next generation of culturally competent nurses.
Student Spotlight: Esther Udoakang
Hear about Esther's passion for nursing and her involvement with African Student Organization (ASO), including its annual fashion show.
“I never realized the impact that a Jesuit education would have on my career discernment and have never felt so fortunate and blessed by the innumerable experiences that I have had at Boston College. ”
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Back row: Jennifer Schmitz, Caitlin Martin, Shannon Croly, Natalie Dalla Riva, Catherine Conahan, Donna Cullinan, Celia Jotte, Nora Markey, and Brandon Onyechefule. Front row: Sara Bowen, Vy Hoang, Emily Bower, Katlyn Noonan, Megan Fickes.
Community Impact
Outreach by Connell School of Nursing faculty and students helped Cristo Rey Boston High School significantly increase the COVID-19 vaccination rate among its students.
Community Stories
Global Opportunities
Through our international programs, students gain a greater understanding of global health care needs while acquiring the skills to lead in an increasingly interconnected world.
Pictured: CSON student Siobhan Tellez shares evening tea with her host family in Ecuador.