The Heights

BC Should Set an Example of Inclusivity for the Catholic Church

Grace Holt • December 4, 2023

Is BC, a university where Connors earned an honorary doctorate and previously served as chairman of the Board of Trustees, setting an example of inclusivity for the Catholic Church, especially with regard to gender equality?

Former BC Trustee Connors Helps Buttigieg Raise $1 Million in Boston

Jack Goldman • June 25, 2019

Boston campaigns for Pete Buttigieg raise $1 million with the help of Jack Connors Jr., BC ’63.

BC Alum Jack Connors Jr. Honored with Award for Inspired Leadership

Chloe McAllaster • October 12, 2018

The Award for Inspired Leadership is given to a figure who demonstrates the late Senator Edward Kennedy’s passion for service to both community and country, as exemplified by his career in the Senate and the mission of the institute itself.

Following Red Sox Petition, City of Boston to Change Name of Yawkey Way

Cole Dady • April 26, 2018

A number of Boston power brokers were against the decision to change the name of Yawkey, some of whom are closely associated with Boston College.

Leahy Presented 2018 Spirit of Francis Award

Anthony Rein • March 21, 2018

Catholic Extension, a fundraising organization that supports dioceses and parishes across the United States, gave University President Rev William P. Leahy, S.J., the honor.

Longtime Trustees Connors and Gabelli Talk Monan’s Impact

Connor Murphy • March 23, 2017

When J. Donald Monan was hired as BC's president, he was so thin that people joked he couldn't start until he passed a physical, Jack Connors said in an interview.