The Heights

Why Aren’t Men Reading?

Katie Spillane • October 17, 2024

“What are your hobbies?” For pretty much my entire life, my answer to the classic icebreaker has been reading. It’s been one of my only reliable means of relaxation for as long as I can remember—the collection of books spilling off my shelves can attest as much.

Razek Stresses the Importance of Sharing Mental Health Stories With Others

Madison Hoang • April 23, 2024

Mental health is often overlooked and undiscussed, according to Matthew Razek, associate director of First Year Experience at Boston College.

UGBC Senate Passes Bill to Introduce Messina College Senator in the Fall, Discusses Mental Health Days

Annika Engelbrecht • April 17, 2024

The UGBC Senate passed a bill to introduce a new senator from the inaugural Messina College class this fall during its meeting on Tuesday night.

Mental Health and Coping in the Digital Age

Katie Spillane • April 14, 2024

The mental health conversation is the loudest it’s ever been and everyone has something to say. The internet has revolutionized how openly we talk about mental health, but this revolution was not without its consequences.

My New Workout Plan: From a Retired BC Athlete

Olivia Hahn • March 24, 2024

After four years of competitive Division I athletics here at Boston College, I find myself standing disoriented in the plex, the faint sound of music buzzing through the speakers around me.

Panelists Discuss Inequities in Health Care Treatment for Black and Brown Men

Isabel Sullivan • March 22, 2024

For men of color, there is an ever-present fear of receiving subpar health care treatment, according to Keith Mascoll, an actor, producer, and mental health advocate.

Cleaning My Room

Mary Perez • February 6, 2024

The room was a display of my inner thoughts: unorganized and chaotic. As the space got more cluttered, I spent my days criticizing everything that I did and every aspect of my being.

Mental Health and Dove Dark Chocolate

Olivia Hahn • January 29, 2024

As I perused through Star Market, I came across the holiday-themed aisle, which all grocery stores tout prematurely at every monetarily advantageous occasion. At this time of year, the aisle is crammed with pink and red hearts and weary-looking stuffed bears.

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.”

Phone Usage: A Gateway to Mindlessness?

Peter Coquillette • November 13, 2023

While it may be entertaining to watch content and multitask, our phone makes us increasingly comfortable with splitting our attention. From walking to eating to brushing our teeth, our phones have wormed their way into every small activity to the point where we cannot be fully present throughout an entire day.

“They’re More Than Just Their Sport”: BCSSW Alumni Dissect Mental Health Struggles Among Athletes

Ava Sjursen and Jack Beckman • November 12, 2023

Athletes' game-related stress is often compounded by struggles with mental health or interpersonal relationships, according to Michael Grinnell, a player wellness counselor for the National Basketball Players Association and assistant director for integrative wellbeing services at Williams College.

Stop Pulling the (Metaphorical) Fire Alarm in Your Life

Olivia Franceschini • October 22, 2023

Traditionally, fire drills are emergency exercises that simulate a building evacuation in the case of a fire. In the corporate world, however, a “fire drill” is what you call it when shit hits the fan.