The Thea Bowman AHANA and Intercultural Center (BAIC) supports the undergraduate community—with a particular focus on students of color, LGBTQ+, and historically marginalized students — in navigating college life and fulfilling their potential.
Who was Sister Thea Bowman
Our work is inspired by the life and philosophy of Thea Bowman, a Catholic nun of the Franciscan Sisters of the Perpetual Adoration, who “helped people everywhere she went to explore their identity and to find their deepest humanity.”
Meet the Staff
Learn moreThe BAIC staff are dedicated to helping all undergraduate AHANA students excel academically, personally, and in the pursuit of leadership opportunities.
What Is AHANA?
Learn moreMore than an acronym, the term “AHANA" was coined by students in 1979 to celebrate the cultural differences present in the BC community and in our society.
Get Involved
Learn moreAll of our programs and services are committed to promoting equity, building community, and supporting opportunity among our students.
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Signature Events
College Counseling
As part of our efforts to help you succeed, we offer academic performance monitoring working with faculty members to ensure your academic success. To find out more about this service and others by contacting our office at bowmancenter@bc.edu.