Student Life

Boston College is a leader in whole-student formation, which manifests itself in myriad ways. Read more about this distinctive aspect of the BC experience.

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I came out better on the other side

Every Eagle charts their own path at the Heights. For Delaney ’23, Taji ’24, and Chloe ’25, their experience at BC has made all the difference.

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The Mission Multiplier: 50 Years of PULSE

By Beacon Staff

There are few classes anywhere in academia that inspire the admiration, respect, and even reverence of Boston College’s PULSE program for service learning.

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Perspectives Transformed

By Beacon Staff

Everybody says “PULSE changes lives.” Does it really?

A man in a suit stands beside a statue of Saint Ignatius Loyola, embodying the disciplines he championed. The statue’s base proudly displays his name, while the stone buildings and greenery provide a fitting backdrop for this remarkable meet.

Where Disciplines Meet for the Better

By Beacon Staff

Dean of the Boston College School of Social Work Gautam Yadama shares more of his thoughts on the present and future of the school.

Three people stand smiling at the base of a staircase, exuding warmth and empathy. A painting of a child with a lion graces the wall behind them. The individuals include two women and a man, all dressed formally, showcasing their empathy skills through genuine expressions.

Exhibiting Empathy

By Beacon Staff

The Winstons’ latest gift to Boston College fuels the momentum of a museum whose exhibitions do more than excite the eye.

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Informed, Engaged, Invested

By Beacon Staff

Members of the Parents Leadership Council reflect on how Boston College continues to light the way for their families.

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Lighting The Way

By Beacon Staff

Who's your beacon? BC friends and mentors who help light our way.