The Heights

“Pockets of Hope”: The Evolution of Black Student Enrollment at BC

Annika Engelbrecht • February 17, 2025

Boston College has worked to increase Black student enrollment since 1968. After the 2023 Supreme Court ban on affirmative action, BC adapts with new admissions strategies, focusing on diversity, community partnerships, and holistic reviews to maintain inclusivity.

The Heights’ Recommendations for BC’s Next University President

The Heights Editorial Board • November 3, 2024

An email from Boston College’s Presidential Search Committee invited members of the BC community to share their thoughts on the future of the University and what values it should look for in the institution's prospective leader. The Heights’ editorial board, in response to the questions posed, believes the following considerations are necessary for the presidential search committee to recognize and use during its search.

Boston College Must Prioritize Admissions Diversity Efforts After Affirmative Action Decision

The Heights Editorial Board • September 10, 2023

Boston College should develop creative solutions to maintain and continue improving diversity on campus after the top court’s decision to axe race-based affirmative action in college admissions.

Supreme Court Rejects Race-Based Affirmative Action in College Admissions

Natalie Arndt • June 29, 2023

The Supreme Court of the United States ruled to ban affirmative action in college admissions on Tuesday afternoon, voting 6–2 against Harvard University and 6–3 against the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill in a landmark decision.

How the Supreme Court Might Endanger Diversity at BC

Elise Jarvis • April 30, 2023

The Supreme Court’s conservative majority is setting itself up to overturn affirmative action in college admissions this year. Without it, racial diversity in higher education will be permanently damaged—unless Boston College and other top universities radically change their admissions selection criteria.

Deans Discuss Harvard Admissions Lawsuit

Scott Greenhalgh • March 8, 2020

Three Boston College deans explored the admissions lawsuit against Harvard University, how it relates to BC, and its general significance in higher education.