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From Isolation to Empowerment: Black in Business BC Bridges the Gap for Black CSOM Students

Reetu Agnihotri and Nikita Osadchiy February 17, 2025
Black CSOM students at Boston College often face isolation and underrepresentation, impacting their sense of belonging and professional growth. In response, they’ve built their own support networks, including Black in Business BC, a student-led group providing mentorship, resources, and career connections. Despite challenges, they foster a strong, unified community.
Mulligan: Award Shows Continue To Deepen Diversity In the Face of Anti-DEI Rhetoric

Mulligan: Award Shows Continue To Deepen Diversity In the Face of Anti-DEI Rhetoric

Maddie Mulligan February 6, 2025
Beyoncé. Chappell Roan. Kendrick Lamar. Each a member of a minority group. Each a winner of one—or more—of the 2025 Big Four Grammy Awards, the most coveted of the night.
(Parker Leaf / Heights Editor)

Only the Personal is Political—White Supremacy Culture, Free Speech, and Individualism at Boston College

Emma Roney March 18, 2024
During my six years at Boston College, a lot has changed. The student body has continuously grown in diversity, BC began participating in Questbridge, and LGBTQ+ students now have their own dedicated staff member integrated into the Bowman AHANA Intercultural Center (BAIC).
(Paige Stein / Heights Editor)

Is Attending Boston College Something To Be Proud Of?

Helia Attar November 19, 2023
The BC alumni network is regarded as one of the most robust alumni networks in the country. It seems as though all alumni are proud they went to BC and eager to help out a “baby Eag.”
Boston College Must Prioritize Admissions Diversity Efforts After Affirmative Action Decision

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.
(Alyssa Anderson / Heights Editor)

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.
(Jess Rivilis / Heights Archives)

BC Hires the Largest, Most Diverse Group of Faculty in Recent Years

Natalie Arndt September 18, 2022
After a hiring lull during the COVID-19 pandemic, Boston College recruited 63 new faculty members this year—one of the largest faculty cohorts in recent years and the most diverse group of hires BC has ever seen, according to Vice Provost for Faculties Billy Soo.
Professor Melnick is Right, We Have a Free Speech Problem … So Now What?

Professor Melnick is Right, We Have a Free Speech Problem … So Now What?

Dennis J. Wieboldt III February 20, 2022

R. Shep Melnick—the Thomas P. O’Neill, Jr. professor of American politics—recently submitted an op-ed to The Heights titled “Our Free Speech Problem.” In his op-ed, Melnick observes the “disturbing”...

Not Just a Statistic: the Impact of Low Diversity at BC

Not Just a Statistic: the Impact of Low Diversity at BC

Alexa Sarci October 5, 2020
When students gathered outside Lower two weeks ago to join the national protests over the police killing of Breonna Taylor, students of color reflected on their own experiences with racism on Boston College’s campus.
UGBC Executive Debate on Diversity and Inclusion Held

UGBC Executive Debate on Diversity and Inclusion Held

Danny Flynn January 31, 2020
At the Diversity and Inclusion debate, the four teams running for UGBC president and executive vice president squared off on issues of diversity at BC.
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CAB Attempts to Diversify Concerts With BCL

Lauren Wittenmyer January 23, 2020
CAB's Boston City Limits concert aims to bring more inclusivity to campus than concerts in the past with its “Electric Soul” theme.
Armstrong Dives Into Student Experience Survey Results at Student-Admin Forum

Armstrong Dives Into Student Experience Survey Results at Student-Admin Forum

Abby Hunt May 14, 2019
Kelli Armstrong—outgoing Vice President of IRPA—discussed the results of the Student Experience Survey administered last fall.
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