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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 10h
Boston College placed 31st in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 survey of national universities, a 5-point improvement over last year’s ranking. In addition, BC placed 24th in the new Top Private Colleges category and 12th in the new “Earnings by Major” metric. on.bc.edu/USNRanking27
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 14h
Clough School of Theology and Ministry Professor Hosffman Ospino provides insights into an increase in men, including Latinos, considering the priesthood for America.
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A ‘Pope Leo effect’ might be driving Latino vocations to the priesthood
It may be too early to tell, but Father Corral believes the election of Pope Leo XIV has led more young men to at the very least consider the priesthood. That includes Latinos.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 17h
Communication Professor Michael Serazio (@michaelserazio.bsky.social) pens a piece for the C21 Center's 'Resources' about authentic faith in an age of digital humanity. on.bc.edu/AuthenticFaith_C21
A laptop keyboard next to an open Bible with a red ribbon bookmark. A rosary is laid across the table.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 18h
Kyle McInnis, an award-winning academic medical educator, researcher, and entrepreneurial leader, has been appointed to the inaugural post of senior adviser to the president for strategic initiatives and executive director of the BC CEO Club.
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Kyle McInnis named senior adviser for strategic initiatives
He also will direct the Chief Executives Club of Boston College
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 22h
Thank you to our amazing faculty and staff for teaching, mentoring, and guiding our Eagles! 💛 #InternationalTeachersDay
A collage showing people engaged in healthcare and educational activities with the words "Thank you!" in large text overlaying the image.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
It's time to drop the puck! 🏒 Good luck to our women's hockey team, opening the season at Warrior Ice Arena against Stonehill tonight (7 PM)! #WeAreBC 🦅 WATCH 💻: necfrontrow.com/game/16586
Hockey players wearing maroon and white uniforms with BC logo on their helmets are joyfully embracing on the ice rink. The background shows more players and an ice rink barrier with blurred logos.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The rise of AI, and a recent court case, have heightened the stakes for parents. BC Law Professor Daniel Lyons comments for the @bostonglobe.com.
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‘Mom to mom, I am begging you.’ Why a court ruling has parents pulling their kids’ pictures offline. - The Boston Globe
The rise of AI-generated explicit images and a recent federal ruling have heightened the stakes of putting family photos on Instagram and Facebook.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
🎙️ Sociology Professor Juliet Schor (@julietschor.bsky.social) joined the Fund the People podcast to discuss the four-day workweek, discussing what happens to workers, jobs, and organizational performance when work time is reduced.
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Upgrading Nonprofit Workplaces: Flourishing with Fewer Hours - w…
What if one of the most powerful ways nonprofits can strengthen their workforce is to make people spend less time at work? Betsy Leondar-Wright, Fund the People Re…
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
'Birding' is a popular form of environmental engagement, but a study by Morrissey College Senior Associate Dean and Sociology Professor Brian J. Gareau and doctoral student Lan Huang shows it can reproduce social and cultural boundaries. on.bc.edu/GoodBirding
Two birds are perched on a branch below a block of text that discusses the cultural aspects of birdwatching. The quote, attributed to Brian J. Gareau, raises questions about participation and legitimacy in birding.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Pops on the Heights took place for the 34th year during Family Weekend and raised $12.4 million for student scholarships. Award-winning actor & singer Hugh Jackman performed with the Boston Pops in front of a sold-out Conte Forum. 📸 More Photos: on.bc.edu/PopsGallery_2026
A person in a tuxedo performs passionately on stage with a microphone, accompanied by an orchestra. There is a large screen in the background displaying blurred people.Hugh Jackman on stage, wearing a suit and holding a microphone. There are musicians and a large audience in the background.A person in a gold outfit with pom-poms stands beside another in a pink football jersey with the number 22 at a lively event, surrounded by a cheering crowd.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Theology Professor Kristin Heyer writes in America on Pope Leo's theme for this year's World Day of Migrants and Refugees, which focused on threats to the dignity and rights of children.
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Pope Leo is focusing on children for the World Day of Migrants. So should we.
The current U.S. mass deportation campaign has increasingly affected immigrant families and their children—many of whom are U.S. citizens. Children and youth are silent victims.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
National Science Foundation grants will support collaborative projects anchored at the Lynch School, including a participatory educational program on restorative gardening practices and AI.
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NSF grants support ‘FarmBot,' STEM initiatives
Participatory educational program involves restorative gardening practices and AI
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Five incarcerated men received Boston College diplomas at the BC Prison Education Program's third graduation ceremony. The program is the largest BA degree prison education program in the state, serving more than 130 students at MCI-Shirley & Framingham. on.bc.edu/PEPGraduationF26
A group of seven people, dressed in academic regalia, stand together smiling under a tent. Four individuals in the center hold diplomas. Behind them are banners for Boston College and the Woods College of Advancing Studies.A person wearing a graduation cap and gown is holding a certificate and smiling. Next to them is another individual in academic regalia, also smiling. In the background, Boston College banners are visible.A person stands at a podium, holding up a large painting of an angel flying above water, with a ship in the background. Flanking the person are two banners: the left reads "Boston College" and the right reads "Woods College of Advancing Studies.A person in academic regalia speaks at a podium during a graduation ceremony. Behind is a banner reading "Boston College." The podium is labeled "Commonwealth of Massachusetts." Graduates in caps and gowns sit in the foreground.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Join the BC community on Saturday for the annual Campus School 5K Run N’Roll. Run, walk, or roll to support the Campus School students as the funds raised provide assistive technology, physical therapy equipment, classroom materials, and more. Register: on.bc.edu/CS5K_2026
A large group of people, many wearing yellow shirts, are participating in a charity run on a tree-lined path in front of a historic stone building. Spectators stand on either side, some holding pom-poms. A tent with "Boston College" is visible in the background. Fallen leaves cover the ground.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
The fall lineup of BC Theatre productions kicks off with an adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s “An Enemy of the People" on Thursday. It's followed by a musical adaptation of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," directed by new Monan Professor Patrick Lazour '13. on.bc.edu/TheatreSeason_Fall2026
Patrick LazourIllustration of hands holding a blue water droplet with the text "An Enemy of the People" on a yellow background.Poster for "A Midsummer Night's Dream," featuring a stylized illustration of a creature with an open mouth. The text states, "A new musical by the Lazours & Mark Sonnenblick, November 18 - November 22." Stars and crescent moons decorate the background.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Running through Nov. 15, “ART CUT BOSTON Exercises in Empathy: Accompaniment" is on display in the @burnslibrary.bsky.social as part of the Art Triennial commissioned by the Dicastery for Culture and Education of the Holy See. bc.edu/artcut. More Photos: on.bc.edu/ArtCutPhotos202
The image shows an art gallery with an exhibit featuring various pottery pieces on white pedestals and framed artworks on the walls. The room has tall stained glass windows, ornate hanging light fixtures, and wood paneling.A person stands facing a colorful display of hanging fabrics, including floral, patterned, and solid designs.A person with curly hair is looking at a colorful, abstract sculpture inside a room with stained glass windows.A person is engaging with others in front of a white wall displaying text about CUT'26 and public adversities. They appear to be smiling and holding a document. The scene suggests a social or professional event.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
School of Social Work Professor Ritika Pandey applies her background in computer science and machine learning to develop data-driven solutions to pressing social challenges. on.bc.edu/Pandey_AI
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A quote displayed on a grayscale background with a building. The quote discusses AI’s role in simplifying information, using reliable data, and maintaining privacy. It highlights AI’s potential to inform and enhance community impact. Below the quote, the name "Ritika Pandey," along with the title "Research Associate Professor, School of Social Work," is mentioned.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Good luck to our former BC baseball players in the MLB Playoffs! ⚾️ Michael King (2014-16) takes the hill in Game 1 for the Padres tonight. #WeAreBC 🦅
Image showing three individuals in Boston College Eagles baseball uniforms against a red, white, and maroon splattered background. Text at the top reads "Eagles in the Playoffs." On the right, text lists: Michael King with a San Diego Padres logo, Sal Frelick with a Milwaukee Brewers logo, and Emmet Sheehan with a Los Angeles Dodgers logo.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
When a vision disorder stole his ability to read, Will Dowd '05 found himself exiled from the world of books—until he discovered an unusual path back. His new book chronicles dream narratives born from a first-of-its-kind experiment.
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‘The Taste of Rain in Buenos Aires’
When a vision disorder stole his ability to read, 2005 Boston College graduate Will Dowd found himself exiled from the world of books—until he discovered an unusual path back through the landscape …
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The puck drops tonight on the new #NHL season. 🏒 Good luck to our @BC_MHockey pros! #WeAreBC 🦅
A collage featuring ice hockey players in uniform. Text overlays list player names and their teams. At the bottom, large text reads "2026 Eagles in the NHL."
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
BC Campus Ministry & the C21 Center hosted the 14th Espresso Your Faith Week. The annual event is a week-long celebration of faith that allows the BC community to experience the people and places that define the University's Jesuit, Catholic mission. Photo Gallery: on.bc.edu/EYFWPhotos2026
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Happy National Coffee Day, Eagles ☕️ 📸: Charlie Lukens '28
A hand holding an iced coffee in a clear cup with a sketch of a building on it, set against the backdrop of a grassy area with historical buildings at Boston College under a clear blue sky.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
His enthusiasm is contagious; his love for Boston College is palpable. After 30 years away, former BC wide receiver Kenyatta Watson ’96 has returned to the Heights as the football team’s first general manager.
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“Back to BC Football”
General Manager Kenyatta Watson ’96 is laying the groundwork for players’ success—on the field and in life.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Inspired by political analyst Jon Keller's poignant critique of the state's economic trajectory, the Winston Center brings together key leaders across finance, academia, and governance to confront the realities facing the Bay State. on.bc.edu/FutureofBayState_Event
This image is a promotional poster for an event at Boston College Winston Center titled "The Commonwealth Current: The Future of the Bay State Economy," co-sponsored by the Economics Department. It is scheduled for September 29, 2026, at 5 PM in Gasson 100. The poster features photos of four speakers: Jon Keller, Robert Rivers, Eric Paley, and Lisa Alexander.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
In 2021, Boston College announced a historic Faculty Challenge Match, fueled by a $50 million pledge from an anonymous donor. The goal was clear: close the gap between BC and peer institutions. 5️⃣ years later, the vision has been substantially realized: on.bc.edu/StrikingtheMatch_Beacon
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Striking the Match
The last five years have seen the most significant expansion of faculty support in Boston College history, and it’s all thanks to an anonymous couple’s creative approach to giving back.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Clough School of Theology and Ministry alumnus Brian Strassburger, S.J., director of Del Camino Jesuit Border Ministries, will return to campus to launch CSTM’s Continuing Education public events for the fall semester. on.bc.edu/CSTMFal2026
Boston College Fall Events poster with the School of Theology and Ministry's logo. Four events are listed
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
In C21 Center's "Resources," Campus Ministry's Emily Egan writes on the Church’s history that has been shaped by friendships grounded in faith, and in the age of digital distractions, it is tempting to underestimate the simple gift of spiritual friendship. on.bc.edu/SpiritualFriendship_C21
Three people are seated at a round outdoor table, engaged in conversation under a tree. Open books and drinks sit on the table. Sunlight filters through the leaves, creating a bright, inviting atmosphere.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Parents today risk vilification, investigation, or even arrest in some cases for letting their kids play outside unsupervised. BC Psychology Research Professor Peter Gray weighs in on @WBUR.org's "Here and Now."
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How much independence should kids have? Exploring the impact of unsupervised play
Research shows that overprotective parenting is linked to rising rates of anxiety and depression in children and teens.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
At the Carroll School's Forum on Ethics, Michael Schur, writer and creator of the hit sitcom on morality, "The Good Place," talked about lessons from the writer’s room, having an ethical lens on management, and how philosophy is the gift that keeps on giving. on.bc.edu/GoodConscience
Michael Schur speaking into a microphone
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
For @ox.ac.uk Professor Senia Pašeta, this fall's Burns Visiting Scholar in Irish Studies, the role of women in modern Irish political history is a font of scholarship and a source of endless fascination. She will speak on the topic on September 30. on.bc.edu/SPaseta
The image features a person sitting in a chair, next to text that announces the Burns Visiting Scholar event. The speaker is Senia Pašeta, discussing “From Suffrage to Sisterhood: A History of Feminism in Modern Ireland.” The event takes place on September 30, 2026, at 6 PM in Burns Library, with a reception at 5 PM. The event is free and open to the public.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Happy Family Weekend, Eagles, and welcome to all our BC families! 💛❤️ 📸: BC Alumni
Group of seven people smiling and waving in front of a building with a sign reading "Welcome BC Families.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Economics Professor Geoffrey Sanzenbacher, also a @crrbc.bsky.social research fellow, penned an op-ed for @MarketWatch.com about the financial fallout from adults living with their parents.
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Nearly half of adults under 30 live with their parents. The financial fallout could last for decades.
Young people are increasingly living with their parents instead of establishing their own households.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
An exclusive exhibition of Belgian symbolist art featuring works from the Hearn Family Trust is now on display at the McMullen Museum. Read more in Art Daily: bit.ly/McMullen_AD0826
Léon Spilliaert (1881 Ostend–Brussels 1946), Pond in the Marie Henriette Park, Pink Dawn, 1916. Watercolor, gouache on paper, 9 × 13.5″. The Hearn Family Trust.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
A Kern Family Foundation grant will establish a major hub for the psychological humanities at Boston College. It will support a multi-tiered project to help address the current mental health crisis facing the nation that will be housed in BC's Center for the Psychological Humanities and Ethics.
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$4.3M grant will establish hub for the psychological humanities
Kern Family Foundation grant will support an initiative to help address the national crisis in mental health
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
In a piece blending memoir, historical insight, and commentary, Professor of Near Eastern Studies Franck Salameh reflects on a renewed curiosity about Lebanon’s Jewish past. Read in NOW: bit.ly/Salameh_NOW091726
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Boston College’s bachelor’s degree program in Human-Centered Engineering has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, a nonprofit quality assurance organization. The accreditation is retroactive to 2024.
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Human-Centered Engineering program earns accreditation
Retroactive to 2024, the accreditation marks a significant milestone for the program
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Boston College's newly launched Bridge Program provides innovative interschool learning opportunities for undergraduate students. on.bc.edu/BridgeProgram
A person stands in front of a bookshelf, wearing clerical attire and glasses. Text beside reads: "The world needs this kind of educational effort, especially in this moment where AI is driving the conversation. I think the kind of formation that we are talking about is critical ... and BC is uniquely positioned to do this. It is grounded in our distinctive mission as a Jesuit, Catholic, liberal arts university." The text is attributed to Gregory Kalscheur, S.J., Morrissey College Dean.The image features a quote from Mary Crane about The Bridge Program. It emphasizes developing "bridge thinking" by integrating humanities, management, and sciences to solve complex problems. Mary Crane is identified as an English Professor and ILA Director. There is also a portrait of the person attributed with the quote.The image features a person smiling, dressed in a suit and tie, alongside a quote discussing the Bridge Program's goal to enhance students' understanding and capabilities. The person is identified as Andy Boynton, Carroll School Dean.A person in formal attire is pictured with text describing their role in designing the Bridge Program for Boston College, emphasizing its commitment to formative education. The name David Quigley, Provost and Dean of Faculties, is included.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Osamase Ekhator ’17 turned his love of sneakers into a unique career. As an Innovation Concept Manager for New Balance, he works at the cutting edge of the industry he once idolized, helping to map out the future of athletic footwear. on.bc.edu/OEkhator
This image shows a person smiling and standing outdoors, wearing a light-colored jacket. There is a quote in a red speech bubble: “I’ve learned that in order to get to the next step or be successful you have to take risks and you have to push boundaries. You also want to fail fast, figure out what works and what doesn’t and then continue to build from there.” In the bottom right corner, it says, "Osamase Ekhator '17, Innovation Concept Manager at New Balance.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
"Our joy reflects profound convictions about faith and life, our relationships with other human beings and the created order, and how we seek fulfillment," writes Clough School of Theology and Ministry Professor Hosffman Ospino in The Pilot.
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The joy of being Hispanic Catholic
Someone asked me recently if there was a defining characteristic I would highlight about the experience of being Hispanic Catholic in the United States. So many came to mind: resilience, communality,
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Boston College placed 31st in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 survey of national universities, a five-point improvement over last year’s ranking. BC shared the placement in a three-way tie with Tufts and New York universities.
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Boston College ranked 31st among best national universities
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Happy First Day of Fall, Eagles! 🍂 📸: Abby Slimmon '24
A scenic view of the Boston College campus in autumn, featuring Gasson Hall with its prominent Gothic architecture. The surrounding trees display vibrant fall colors, and a manicured hedge lines the walkway.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
BC presents “Art Cut: Exercises in Empathy: Accompaniment,” opening on Wednesday with a public event (6-8 PM) in the Burns Library Trustee Board Room. It runs through Nov. 15. Learn more: bc.edu/artcut The exhibit was featured in Art Daily: bit.ly/ArtCut_AD0926
The image is a promotional graphic for the ART CUT Boston event titled "Exercises in Empathy: Accompaniment." It features a design with the word "Empathy" in various languages forming the shape of a globe. The logos for the Catholic Universities Art Triennale and Burns Library are included. The event occurs on September 23, 2026, from 6-8 PM at Burns Library.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
With two significant cyberattacks in Massachusetts recently, Edgar B. Herwick III spoke to Kevin Powers, Director of BC Law's Cybersecurity program, about what happened and the vulnerability of future incidents on the Curiosity Desk.
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How Safe Are We From Cyber Attacks?
September 10th, 2026 Last week saw two significant cyberattacks in Mass. – one at Springfield Public Schools, the other at Everett City Hall. Edgar talks with Kevin Power with Boston College Law Schoo...
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
On Tuesday, an interdisciplinary panel of Boston College experts will unpack Pope Leo’s encyclical letter “on safeguarding the human person in the time of AI” and discuss the place of religion in AI’s future. More on the @boisicenter.bsky.social event: on.bc.edu/PopeLeoAIEvent
This is an announcement for a panel discussion titled "Pope Leo on AI: Safeguarding Humanity Amid Technological Transformation" hosted by The Boisi Center for Religion & American Public Life at Boston College. The event features faculty members Christina McRorie, Sam Rocha, Brian K. Smith, and Andrea Vicini, S.J., and is moderated by David T. Buckley. The event is scheduled for September 22, 2026, at 4 PM in Gasson 100, with an RSVP requested for the reception to follow.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
This year marks the 14th annual Espresso Your Faith Week, sponsored by the Church in the 21st Century Center and Campus Ministry. The week-long celebration, which highlights faith and God in our lives, kicks off tonight. This year's theme is "Called to Love." 💙 Full Schedule: bc.edu/eyfw
A black metal fence adorned with maroon and gold ribbons stretches across a grassy area. Trees are in the background with Gasson Hall in the distance. The sky is partly cloudy.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
'The Nosik',' a new work by Professor of Russian, English, and Jewish Studies Maxim D. Shrayer appears in the latest issue of Jewish Fiction. bit.ly/Shrayer_Nosik
A person wearing glasses and a blue checkered blazer is standing in a room filled with bookshelves. A small statue and a menorah are visible nearby.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
David Corvi's new book aims to improve K-12 education with a reimagined instructional framework. The Lynch Leadership Academy leadership coach advocates strengthening the everyday experience of every learner.
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Art of school leadership
A new book aimed at improving K-12 school education by David Corvi, a leadership coach at Boston College’s Lynch Leadership Academy, advocates strengthening the everyday experience of every learner…
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Boston College piloted an interprofessional palliative care course with the collaborative efforts of the School of Social Work, Connell School, and Clough School of Theology and Ministry. on.bc.edu/PalliativeCarePilot
A person with long hair and glasses stands outdoors wearing a bright red blazer, smiling with arms crossed. The image features a quote about the importance of palliative care, emphasizing understanding and interdisciplinary cooperation. The name "Christina Matz" is included, with titles "SSW Professor & Pilot Co-Leader.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Addie Weiss ‘27, a sociology major with international studies and Hispanic studies minors, talked to the Career Center about her experiences with MentorMatch, a program that matches upperclassmen with a BC alumni mentor.
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Explore & Soar Series: How MentorMatch Shaped my Career Journey
Addie Weiss talks about her experiences with MentorMatch, a program that matches juniors, seniors, and graduate students with a BC alumni mentor.
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Boston College @bostoncollege.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Philosophy Professor Fr. Philip Larrey was interviewed on NBC10 Boston about how the Catholic Church is seeking a human-centered approach to #AI. The segment also cited BC's announcement of a new institute focused on ethical leadership in the age of AI. bit.ly/Larrey_NBC10091426
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Religious leaders speak on the moral use of AI: ‘We need to do something'
As AI continues to rapidly advance, religious leaders in Mass. and the Vatican say faith institutions have a role to play in ensuring the technology does not outpace society's moral and ethical bounda...
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