The Heights

Sheikh Embraces New Role as Academic Affairs Chair

Nate Hiriak • October 14, 2018

Aneeb Sheikh, MCAS '20, is ready to create to change as the newest chair on the Undergraduate Government of Boston College’s Academic Affairs Committee and president pro-tempore of UGBC.

BC Continues to Emphasize Diversifying Faculty

Jack Miller and Owen Fahy • September 17, 2018

Almost a year after the “Silence is Still Violence” march, Boston College is staring down several obstacles that stand in the way of a more diverse and representative faculty, but according to figures, BC has one of the most diverse faculties of its peer schools.

UGBC Confirms Committee Chairs, Other Positions

Samantha Karl • September 12, 2018

On Tuesday, the Student Assembly (SA) of the Undergraduate Government of Boston College confirmed multiple chairs for various committees making up the assembly.

UGBC Issues Statement Clarifying Proposed Impeachment Resolution

Jack Goldman • February 25, 2018

“This past [Saturday], a few senators sent out a resolution to the Student Assembly that brought forward articles of impeachment against Former Senator Stephen DiPietro who was Former Director of the Mental Health Committee,” the statement read.

Elections Data Shows Variation by School, Class

Jack Miller • February 20, 2018

This year, 750 freshman, 988 sophomores, 665 juniors, and 515 seniors voted. That means that over 42 percent of the class of 2020 voted, followed by 31 percent of freshmen, 29 percent of juniors, and 22 percent of seniors.

Following Call for Emergency Impeachment Meeting, 2 UGBC Senators Resign

Samantha Karl • February 17, 2018

“There will be no meeting for any impeachment, as I and a fellow senator have already resigned due to the actions of UGBC over the past few days,” said Steve DiPietro, MCAS '19.

Frontis and Sheikh For UGBC President, EVP

The Heights Editorial Board • February 12, 2018

"Considering the actions that BC needs for the coming year, Frontis and Sheikh have proven themselves to be qualified advocates for all students."

UGBC Teams Discuss Goals, Qualifications at Final Debate

Charlie Power • February 12, 2018

The candidates were asked to respond to a variety of questions, ranging from issues of diversity and inclusion to discussing the challenges they would face in office if elected.