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Jesuits Discuss How to Learn at First Installment Jesuit Studies Cafe

Victor Stefanescu • September 20, 2020

In both their own pursuits of an education and later in their role as educators, Jesuits look to Joseph de Jouvancy’s 'The Way to Learn and the Way to Teach' as a guide.

Northeast Jesuits Name Priests Credibly Accused of Minor Abuse

Colleen Martin • January 16, 2019

The names of Jesuits credibly accused of sexually abusing minors were released by the U.S.A. Jesuits Northeast Province Tuesday morning. The list includes two Jesuits, now deceased, who worked at Boston College, although the alleged abuse did not occur while they worked at the University.

Fifty Years Since the Summer of ’69 and The Society of Jesus

Dan Carroll • October 15, 2018

“The question is how are you most effectively going to engage with the political structures and political like, and I think again, dialogue, engagement, participation, and sometimes confrontation,” Von Arx said.

Panel Discusses Dwindling Jesuits in Society

Isabel Faherty • November 6, 2017

Rev. Robert Keane, S.J. said that in 1965, 149 Jesuits lived in St. Mary’s Hall. In 2000, that number dropped to 130 Jesuits. Today, there are only 50 Jesuits living in St. Mary’s Hall.

Panel Discusses Declining Number of Jesuits Across the World

Isabel Faherty • November 5, 2017

“People have a good heart and want to contribute back to society,” Richards said. “They might not identify with institutional church, but they still believe in humanity.”

‘Why Not I?’: Jiang’s Journey from Communist China to BC

Timmy Facciola • September 24, 2017

Prior to teaching at Boston College, Fr. Jiang worked in Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam for UNESCO, teaching children English and math.

BC Cribs: Jesuit Edition

Mike Kotsopoulos • October 3, 2016

Hello BC, and welcome to my crib.

Weekly ‘Examen’ Sessions Give Students a Chance to Pause and Reflect

Walker Raymond • October 3, 2016

In today's fast-paced world, the charm of the ancient Jesuit practice appeals to students seeking a chance to pause and reflect on their day.

Notre Dame Dean: The Global Presence Of Jesuits

Kaylie Daniels • November 23, 2015

John McGreevy, dean of the College of Arts and Letters at Notre Dame, visited BC and lectured on the global influence of the Jesuits throughout history.