The Heights

Jamaica Magis Highlights Love and Presence Through Service

Mei Dasgupta and Lucy Freeman • February 18, 2025

When Michael Davidson, S.J., was growing up in Kingston, Jamaica, a group of Boston College students visited his school for several weeks. Davidson remembered these students for their kindness and encouragement.

Sexual Chocolate: The Beat & the Brotherhood

Milo Priddle • February 17, 2025

Navigating a predominantly white institution like BC as a minority can pose difficulties—especially for incoming students. SC was founded in hopes of instilling a sense of community for students feeling lost while also giving them the chance to express themselves.

Mulligan: Abbott Elementary Carves Space for African American Voices in Comedy

Maddie Mulligan • February 17, 2025

While there is always work to be done to highlight more diverse voices, Abbott Elementary shows that it is possible to be both entertaining and influential.

He Felt God Call Him to Come Out. Now, He Helps Black Churches Become Safe Spaces for Others To Do the Same.

Laney McAden and Riley Del Sesto • February 17, 2025

Thomas Crowley is the first gay paster at Myrtle Baptist Church, a Black church in Newton. Now, he's helping other churches welcome gay people.

Annual BHM Opening Ceremony Celebrates Black Identity With Reflections and Performances

Paige Folli • February 7, 2025

The Heights Room buzzed with energy Wednesday evening as community members gathered for Boston College’s annual Black History Month opening celebration, highlighted by lively performances and speeches.

‘Living in Color’ Reflects on Black Identity Through Art

Mary Kozeny • March 6, 2024

Angus Williams, singer-songwriter and MCAS ’25, assembled a strong combination of artistic conversation and performance pieces in celebration of Black History Month this past Thursday evening. Living...

B.E.A.T.S Celebrates Black History Month With Intimate Annual Showcase

Sofia Torres • February 26, 2023

For Black History Month, the a capella group B.E.A.T.S presented "Fight For You," a curated showcase with songs by Black artists only and poetry readings.

BFSAA Fosters Excellence and Leadership for 50 Years

Eliza Hernandez • February 23, 2023

“As support for Black students and other students of color have been essential to their success, so too has support for Black faculty, staff, and administrators,” Johnson said. “Our anniversary is a testament of our commitment to not only the Heights community, but also to one another's success.”