The Office of the Dean of Students fosters a culture of care, responsibility, and growth so that all students feel welcome and can thrive at Boston College.
Contact Us:
Maloney Hall, Suite 448
617-552-3470
deanofstudents@bc.edu
BCaring Week (10/27 - 11/2)
Inspired by the Jesuit mission of being “students for others,” BCaring Week will highlight respect and care across the BC community. Through programs and messaging, students are encouraged to reflect on the impact of their words and actions, look out for one another, and help foster a culture of care.
Timed around Halloween on Friday, October 31, and the Notre Dame game on Saturday, November 1., BCaring Week will serve as an essential reminder to celebrate responsibly, look out for one another, and be considerate of the broader on and off-campus community.
Kickoff Event: BCaring Cards
Kick off BCaring Week by stopping by the Maloney Hall fourth floor between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM to write a note of appreciation to a friend, family member, or faculty/staff member who has supported you. We’ll provide the cards, stamps, and mailing. Food from Wingstop will be available.
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Maloney Fourth Floor
Professional Clothing Drive
The Career Center is collecting professional clothing donations throughout the week (October 27–31) at 38 Commonwealth Ave (Southwell Hall). Items should be professional in nature, freshly cleaned, and in good wearable condition with no stains, tears, or damage.
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: 38 Comm Ave.
Rolling Recognition
Nominate a friend or classmate who demonstrates care for the BC community. Every nominated student will receive a BCaring t-shirt in recognition of their impact.
Bus Stop Breakfast
Start your day with coffee, donuts, and gratitude! Visit the South Street shuttle stop between 8:30 and 10:00 AM for Deans and Donuts on the go, hosted by the Office of the Dean of Students. While you’re there, write a BCaring card (we will stamp and mail it for you).
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: South St., Brighton
Sustainability Fair
Stop by the Academic Quad between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM to paint a pot, plant a succulent, and learn from Ecopledge about the importance of sustainability and keeping our campus clean.
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Academic Quad
Pop-Up Gratitude Card Stations
From Tuesday (10/28) through Friday (10/31), the Office of the Dean of Students will host pop-up tables across campus. Students can write and mail a note of thanks to a friend, family member, or faculty/staff member who has made a difference.
Rolling Recognition
Nominate a friend or classmate who demonstrates care for the BC community. Every nominated student will receive a BCaring t-shirt in recognition of their impact.
Mission Moments
Step up to the microphone and share your answer to the question: “What does it mean to care for the community?” The Mission Moments mic will appear at an undisclosed time and location...be ready to add your voice!
Digital Wellness Day
Wellness Coaches from the Center for Student Wellness will be in surprise locations throughout the day to distribute t-shirts and spark conversations about healthy digital habits and social media use.
Reverse Trick-or-Treating
Wellness Coaches from the Center for Student Wellness will be out on campus distributing treat bags and sharing positive messages about how to BCaring.
Love You a Latte
Agape Latte will host a special tabling event on O’Neill Plaza where students, faculty, and staff can enjoy a cup of coffee and write a note of appreciation and encouragement to someone in their life.
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Plaza by O'Neill
Spread the Word to End the Word
Join UGBC’s Council for Students with Disabilities from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the Academic Quad to commit to ending the use of the “f” slang word. By signing the campaign flag, participants pledge to foster a more inclusive and respectful community.
Time: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Academic Quad
Grad Student Restorative Practice Training
Graduate students are invited to a professional development workshop from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Murray House. Learn the principles of nonviolent communication and how to apply them when navigating conflict.
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Murray House
BCaring RD Office Hours
All Resident Directors will host special BCaring Office Hours from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Visit their office to write a gratitude card to a friend, roommate, family member, or faculty/staff member. We’ll stamp and mail your letters.
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: RD Offices
Off-Campus Reverse Trick or Treating
Beginning at 4:30 PM, staff from the Office of the Dean of Students, Government and Community Affairs, BCPD, and the Boston Police Department will visit off-campus apartments from Lake Street through South Street to share candy and safety messages for Halloween and football weekend.
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Lake St - South St., Brighton
Trivia Night at Hillsides Cafe
Join the Office of First-Year Experience, VSLC, and ResLife for a fun trivia night from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Hillsides Café, hosted by Chris Darcy, Director of First-Year Experience. Food provided.
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Hillsides Cafe
Deans and Donuts
Stop by Maloney Hall 450 between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM for our monthly Deans and Donuts event. This month’s focus is on wellness and safe pouring exercises, in collaboration with the Center for Student Wellness.
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Maloney Hall 450
Meet the Orgs Club Fair
Missed the Student Involvement Fair? Still looking to get involved? Visit the Plaza at O’Neill between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM to meet clubs and organizations and find your community.
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Plaza at O'Neill
Modster Mash
Join Baldwin, the Office of the Dean of Students, and Residential Life at 3:00 PM in the Mods for pizza, candy, red bandanas, and important Halloween and tailgating information.
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: Mods
Love and Football Tailgate
Need a tailgate spot? Join the Women’s Center, Campus Ministry, and the Office of the Dean of Students on the lawn outside the Comm Ave Garage starting four hours before kickoff for a spirited and welcoming pre-game celebration.
Time: Four Hours Before Kickoff
Location: Lawn by the Comm Ave. Garage
BC v. Notre Dame
Boston College takes on longtime rival Notre Dame. Arrive early, cheer loudly, and represent BC with pride. Please be respectful of all fans and families, look out for one another, and follow stadium staff guidance to ensure a safe and spirited game day.
Time: Kickoff TBA
Location: Alumni Stadium
Sprinked with Kindness
Stop by O’Connell House between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM to create your own affirmation board and enjoy a cupcake. Reflect on how words and actions can uplift others, and bring that positivity back into your own spaces.
Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: O'Connell House
BCaring Breakfast Club
Wrap up BCaring Week by joining the BC Breakfast Club for a community clean-up. Volunteers meet outside Greycliff Hall at 10:30 AM to collect supplies and spend an hour picking up trash in the neighborhood. Volunteers receive a BC Breakfast Club t-shirt and a free meal at Eagle’s Deli, courtesy of the Office of the Dean of Students.
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Greycliff Hall
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Taste of Off-Campus
This is the signature welcome back event for off-campus students every fall. Dozens of local restaurants and eateries provide food samples, menus, and coupons for students to browse and enjoy. All students are welcome to visit and enjoy food, drink, t-shirts, tote bags, and great information about life off-campus.
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Deans and Donuts
On the final Friday of every month, we invite students to our office for donuts and to celebrate the end of another month of hard work. We center each event around a different theme, featuring important resources, guest speakers, and raffle trivia!
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BCaring Campaign
BCaring is an ongoing campaign that aims to foster a deeper sense of community and embody the spirit of our shared Jesuit legacy. We facilitate events and activities that center on self-reflection, respect, care for others, and the BC community.
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Breakfast Club
Show care for the community by cleaning up local off-campus neighborhoods for an hour each Sunday during home game football weekends. Volunteers meet at 10:30 a.m. and are provided with gloves, a trash bag, a BC Breakfast Club t-shirt, and a sense of fellowship. Cleanup is followed by a free and tasty meal at Eagle’s Deli.
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Dinner with the Dean
These monthly dinners, hosted by our staff for various parts of the student body, enable us to break bread with students and hear about what's happening in their lives, from courses to life outside of BC. It’s a fun way to connect and gain a better understanding of how we can support students.
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Circle Up
Restorative Practices encompass a spectrum of proactive and reactive approaches that have been adapted from Indigenous circle practices, aiming to prevent and address conflict within communities. Proactively, they include practices that improve social connections and relationships. Reactively, they address instances of conflict or harm by centering the needs of impacted parties.
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