Alumni Profiles

Academic reputation, proximity to the city and the beautiful campus all played a part in Martin choosing Boston College, but what “sealed the deal” was attending the Keith A. Francis AHANA Weekend, and falling in love with the community of students and professors.

Cecilia is currently working for Univision Communications, Inc. in New York City and putting her experience and degree to use as an Ad Sales Coordinator in Network Planning.

Catherine worked as an Undergraduate Research Fellow and completed an honors thesis focusing on crisis communication. She is currently employed as an Account Researcher at Brunswick Group, a corporate communications firm in New York City.

Emily writes, “The first lesson I learned at BC, which then echoed throughout my four years, was that the overwhelming majority of the world does not have the opportunity to receive a college education and that we have a responsibility, therefore, to use our education to help others.”

Maggie credits her communication career at Boston College for preparing her for the experiences and jobs she has landed. Maggie says, “Every single day, I use things in my job that I learned while sitting in a communication class at BC.”

Kristen felt her major taught her how to ”think more critically about the world, to more deeply assess the media and formulate my own opinion, and to write persuasively. All of these skills help me on a daily basis, personally and professionally.”

Rob credits the communication major with teaching him skills that can be translated to any industry. He writes, “I became a stronger public speaker, a more creative thinker, and a self-motivated individual through my years in the major.”

Currently, Olga is working full-time as program manager at the Academy of Hockey, which is a premier hockey training and development program at the HARBORCENTER complex associated with the Buffalo Sabres.

McEdward feels that the communication major prepared him for his work as a Talent Acquisition Coordinator at Hill Holliday, an advertising agency. He writes, “Understanding how to communicate to different types of people, in different types of environments, is vital to success…"

Jennifer understood the value of internships and pursed several of them starting the fall of freshman year. Experiences in journalism, brand marketing, and publicity led her to an Account Executive position at SHIFT Communications.

Margaux encourages BC students to embrace challenges and “not to shy away from academic challenges and opportunities such as honors programs and seminars." She is currently employed with Goldman Sachs.

Sean emphasizes that he forged lifelong friendships here and advises current students “to cherish every single moment because your four years go by so fast. Branch out, take risks, and make an effort to meet someone new every day.”

Luisa cherishes the many traditions that she experienced in her four years at Boston College – studying in Bapst Library, attending football games, and meeting students from all over the country.

According to Aubrey, “All of the students I met were compelled to use their education in ways that would benefit others." Aubrey has completed her master's degree in journalism at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.

Sam double majored in communication and psychology, and brings knowledge of both academic areas to graduate work in University of Pennsylvania's criminology research program.

The ideal at Boston College of “men and women for others” resonated profoundly with Nicole, and the focus on service and community was a value that greatly influenced her academic and personal growth.

Xian’s interest in television reporting and production led her to Columbia Graduate School of Journalism. After completing her graduate work, she aspires to become a foreign correspondent.

To complement his coursework, Dan sought out co-curricular experiences and interned at WCVB, ESPN, and served as sports director/on-air talent for WZBC Radio.

While at BC, Erika completed a summer internship at CNN, served as president of the AHANA Leadership Council, and played on the Women’s Rugby Club. She now works with Teach for America as a high school math instructor.

As a communication major, Jungkyu states that he was able to utilize his creativity and hone his writing skills. “Whenever I could I would try to connect my writing to sports." Currently Jungkyu is working at ESPN as a Statistics Analyst.

Paul loved campus life, serving as a 48 Hours retreat leader, campus tour guide, PULSE mentor and Peer Health Exchange educator. He enjoyed the variety of the classes at BC as well as studying international communication in San Sebastian, Spain.

Jana decided to major in communication because she enjoyed writing and research and felt that it offered a broad foundation to enter the media, public relations, or marketing industries.

A double major with philosophy and communication, Harvey says that the communication major provided him with “insights in how to practically approach different challenges as a startup marketer.”

One of the things Genevieve appreciated while at Boston College was the spirituality. She felt “the spiritual component was not something that was forced upon anyone, but it imbued the student body with a sense of ‘help thy neighbor.’"

Raquel credits her professors with sparking an interest in communication and the Internet, as well as helping her to hone her writing skills, think critically, and analyze information. “I apply the things I learned in school almost every day,” she says.

Courtney felt Boston College was the “complete package,” with its strong academics, close-knit community, beautiful campus, and embodiment of Courtney’s own values and beliefs.

Alex advises students "follow their passions, and dream big...the worst thing someone can tell you is 'no'...just move onto the next and keep going for it."

Speaking of his professors in the department, Nijah says simply, "They made me hungry. They taught me that when you have a question, you answer it. You follow it, wherever it takes you."

Susan writes, “I’d recommend that students foster a deep appreciation for theory and research in communication, take an interdisciplinary approach to course registration, and make strong connections with fellow students and faculty members.”

Nicole is an on-air General Assignment Reporter for 7News (WHDH-TV), the NBC affiliate in Boston. She has been recognized for her work by several awards from the Associated Press and also won a New England Regional Emmy.

Erika encourages students to tap into a valuable resource at BC - its alumni. She notes, "I have benefitted throughout my career from the strong alumni network that BC has built and would advise students to take advantage of those connections."