The Heights

Proposed Mask Ban Unveils Boston’s Banning Problem

Lauren Burd • October 27, 2019

Following the violent counter-protests at the Straight Pride Parade that took place in late August, the Boston City Council is considering issuing a ban on individuals wearing masks, hoods, or other devices...

On O’Neill Plaza, Students Stand In Solidarity With Immigrants

Alexandra Allam • December 1, 2015

With the hopes of sparking conversation about immigration, students linked arms in response to a BC Snapchat Story.

Joint Committee Tackles Diversity At Boston College

Taylor St. Germain • October 8, 2015

Administrators look to students and faculty for answers on issues of race on campus.

In Good Hands: Police Commissioner Is The Leader Boston Needs

Bennet Johnson • March 12, 2015

William Evans is responsible for protecting the city of Boston—but he may be considered more of a runner than a policeman.

A View Of Boston From 30,000 Feet

Bennet Johnson • January 22, 2015

As I sat on an airplane back to my hometown, I thought of the individuals that shaped my personal view of the city.

University Letter On ‘Disciplinary Outcomes’ Sent To St. Mary’s Protesters

Gus Merrell • December 15, 2014

On Monday afternoon, a letter was sent to several participants of Tuesday's "die-in" protest in St. Mary's Hall, indicating protesters could face sanctions.

St. Mary’s ‘Die-In’ Demonstrators Subject To Disciplinary Sanctions, Says Protester

Gus Merrell • December 13, 2014

Danny De Leon, A&S '15, says he was told by BC vice president of Student Affairs that St. Mary's "die-in" protesters are subject to disciplinary sanctions.

Students And Faculty Stage ‘Die-In’ Protest In St. Mary’s

Gus Merrell • December 9, 2014

In St. Mary's, over 60 students and faculty members protested police violence against people of color.

‘Rights On The Heights’ Rally At BC Brings Together Dissident Voices

Gus Merrell • December 8, 2014

Protestors at the "Rights on the Heights" brought forward complaints on treatment, expression at BC.

Protesters Fill Boston Common In Response To Eric Garner Case

Bennet Johnson • December 5, 2014

Upwards of 3,000 demonstrators made their way to the streets of Boston Thursday night, protesting the decision not to indict the officer involved in the alleged homicide of Eric Garner.

Photos: Thousands Gather In Boston Common To Protest Eric Garner Decision

Bennet Johnson • December 5, 2014

Assembling first in the Boston Common, demonstrators moved across Boston Thursday night, protesting the Eric Garner grand jury decision.

A Local Activist Is Bringing Ferguson’s Lessons Home To Boston

Ryan Towey • November 5, 2014

When Ferguson became a hotbed of activism following the shooting of Michael Brown, the Missouri suburb was right where Daunausia Yancey knew she needed to be.