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Brush Fire Sparks on Brighton Campus

Will Martino • November 12, 2024

A brush fire burned through a woodsy section on the west side of Brighton Campus around 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon. First responders received a call about the fire at 2:46 p.m., according...

Beyond Canvases and Frames: The Architectural Evolution of the McMullen Museum of Art

Karyl Clifford • March 26, 2023

Sitting on the crest of a hill on Boston College’s Brighton Campus lies the Charles S. and Isabella V. McMullen Museum of Art. Once a two-story museum in Devlin Hall with only enough space to put on two to three exhibits annually, the McMullen Museum is now housed in the renovated former residence of Boston’s archbishop.

Skunk Hunting Part 3: At World’s End

Grace Christenson • October 20, 2020

You may now refrain from sending me drunk texts/photos/dms/videos about/of the skunks you see. You’ve collectively sent enough content for a medium-length documentary. I’m good, guys.

Harrington Honored by BC With Field Dedication, First Pitch

Bradley Smart • April 14, 2018

A touching speech and a ceremonial first pitch from John Harrington capped off a joyous field dedication, featuring University President Rev. William P. Leahy, S.J., and Athletic Director Martin Jarmond.

$25 Million McMullen Museum to Open This Fall

Chris Russo • May 4, 2016

The new McMullen Museum, funded in part by the Light the World campaign, will open on Brighton Campus in September. The first exhibit will feature pieces from Harvard University's Houghton Library and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.

BC Football Tailgating Survives Shea’s Decline

The Heights Editorial Board • November 9, 2015

The end of a tailgating tradition didn't necessarily means things were worse for students and alums this past football season.

A New Home For McMullen On Brighton

Taylor St. Germain • September 17, 2015

The redesigned, modern museum space will open next fall with expanded galleries.

In Recognition Of Simboli Family, A New Name On Brighton Campus

Arielle Cedeno • September 16, 2015

The building that houses the School of Theology and Ministry (STM) and the Institute for Advanced Jesuit Studies has been renamed Simboli Hall, in honor of University donors, Anthony and Gloria Simboli.

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