My Beacon

Boston College is full of men and women for others, and behind every gift is a story of inspiration.


Two men in blazers, embodying a living legacy, smile side by side against a Boston College backdrop. One sports a light blue plaid blazer, the other a dark checkered one. Both complement their look with white shirts and dark pants, reflecting timeless elegance and camaraderie.

A Living Legacy

The A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation is opening doors for first-generation students at the Carroll School of Management.

A tribute honoring Sister Putnam unfolds on a red tablecloth, featuring historical photographs, documents, and memorabilia, including a framed black and white portrait at the center. Some items are in binders, accompanied by a program from Boston College Commencement 1992.

Honoring Sister Putnam

Newton College alumnae, friends, and family gathered to celebrate the naming of the Putnam Conference Room in honor of beloved mentor, artist, and professor Carol Putnam, RSCJ, H’92.

An older man in a suit stands before a collage of Wall Street signs, mathematical equations, and a statue. The vibrant background artfully blends finance and academia with colorful geometric shapes, capturing the essence of investing at its best.

Investing in the Best

With a new gift, John Kenneth Felter ’72, MA’72 aims to provide Eagles with the same kind of life-changing education that he received at the Heights.

Two men are smiling and standing outdoors, embodying the spirit of winning. The older one sports a blue striped polo shirt, while the younger wears a black sports jersey with sponsor logos. A stadium, where victories are earned the right way, provides a fitting backdrop.

Winning the Right Way

Men’s soccer coach Ed Kelly and former BC soccer captain Alejandro Bedoya reflect on how Boston College has lit the way for them.