The Heights

Founded in 1919, The Heights began as the student newspaper for Boston College. Since 1970, it has maintained its independence in both editorial and financial aspects from the University. The Heights caters to the Boston College community, including students, faculty, and staff, as well as residents in nearby areas like Chestnut Hill, Newton, and Allston-Brighton. The publication is managed by The Heights, Inc., a registered nonprofit organization recognized under 501(c)(3) in Massachusetts. You can find all of their content at www.bcheights.com.

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The Exit Interview: UGBC President Looks Back on Her Tenure — The Heights

2 weeks ago | bcheights.com | Will Martino

Meghan Heckelman came to Boston College by chance. In an overachieving and perhaps overly-anxious spree, she fired out applications to 18 different schools. When most came back with waitlists and rejections, BC emerged as her best option. Soon enough, it was move-in day, and her packed car was rounding the corner onto College Road as the gothic prongs of Gasson Hall peaked over the horizon. “I remember that moment so vividly,” said Heckelman, LSEHD ’25.
Ferrara: BC Volleyball’s Home Court is in the Plex. That’s a Problem. — The Heights

2 weeks ago | bcheights.com | Matthew Ferrara

On the third floor of Margot Connell Recreation Center, students count reps of lat pull-downs just feet away from Boston College volleyball’s home court. A strip of artificial turf, treadmills, and a jogging loop sit right above on the fourth floor, looking down on the court. Only four transparent doors separate Division-I, ACC matchups from the clatter of dumbbell plates and a whole row of strength equipment.
The Art of Pretending — The Heights

2 weeks ago | bcheights.com | Lucía Hernández

When I first walked into my Duchesne dorm room, it smelled like someone else’s laundry. Its prison-like walls were marked scratches that promised a story, and so did the dented door. I had inherited just half of it for a year. But I pretended like it had been mine all along. The bulletin boards on my walls were decked out with mementos, pictures, and posters of all my favorite things.
Caltha Wins BC’s Best, Will Open for Swae Lee at Modstock

2 weeks ago | bcheights.com | Kathy Lu

Under the shimmering sunset hour on Thursday, Boston College’s Music Guild hosted their annual BC’s Best contest. Unlike previous years, the first opener of Modstock will be decided through a student open vote coordinated by Campus Activities Board (CAB) rather than through BC’s Best. Instead, the second opener was selected from one of the three bands performing at BC’s Best. This year’s winner, Caltha, is set to perform right before Swae Lee on May 1.
Brennan: College Hockey Doesn’t Run Through New England Anymore, and That’s Okay. — The Heights

2 weeks ago | bcheights.com | Robert Brennan

Boston College men’s hockey’s loss to Denver this year marked the end of my time covering the team and jettisoned me into my next chapter as a full-time fan. Thus, as I sat and watched the NCAA Championship, I couldn’t help but enjoy Western Michigan’s four-goal victory over Boston University.
Colarusso Pitches Eight Innings, BC Falls 2–1 to Miami in First Game of Series — The Heights

2 weeks ago | bcheights.com | Matthew Ferrara

Some believe that when a pitcher is throwing a perfect game, it risks a jinx to talk about it. But perhaps even more common than superstitious no-hitter rites, are concerns about pulling a starter when they’re in rhythm. Boston College baseball pitcher A.J. Colarusso did have a perfect game going. But that didn’t last too long, as he walked Daniel Cuvet, the twelfth batter he faced. Colarusso, however, remained unphased and retired the next batter on two pitches to end the inning.
Colarusso Pitches Eight Innings, BC Falls 2–1 to Miami in First Game of Series — The Heights

2 weeks ago | bcheights.com | Matthew Ferrara

Some believe that when a pitcher is throwing a perfect game, it risks a jinx to talk about it. But perhaps even more common than superstitious no-hitter rites are concerns about pulling a starter when they’re in rhythm. Boston College baseball pitcher A.J. Colarusso did have a perfect game going. But that didn’t last forever, as he walked Daniel Cuvet, the twelfth batter he faced. Colarusso, however, remained unfazed and retired the next batter on two pitches to end the inning.
BC Collects 10 Walks, Beats Wake Forest 7–2 — The Heights

3 weeks ago | bcheights.com | Matthew Ferrara

Base stealing is a key part of Boston College baseball’s identity. The Eagles sat atop the base stealing leaderboard heading into their Saturday matchup against Wake Forest, but they remained hungry for more. So hungry, in fact, that BC was willing to attempt stealing home with the bases loaded. “I thought it was a good play,” BC baseball head coach Todd Interdonato said. “Looked like we had a chance to do it… Left-hander on the mound that was slow in his wind-up. [Josiah Ragsdale]‘s a good runner.
Between Yesterday and Tomorrow — The Heights

1 month ago | bcheights.com | Lucía Hernández

When my parents reminisce over moments long, long ago, they always mention how they feel it had happened just the day before. I’d always assumed that was a hyperbole. But now, I think back to one of the final days of 10th grade, and it truly feels like yesterday. The sun was beginning to dip into the West, and my best friend and I leaned over the blue railway of our school’s stairs. We were leaving school late due to a class senate meeting that ran over time.
BC Suffers Doubleheader Sweep to No. 18 Louisville — The Heights

1 month ago | bcheights.com | Matthew Ferrara

If there was any early indication of how Kyle Kipp’s start would go, consecutive walks to start the game were a screaming alarm. It was enough to get Boston College baseball head coach Todd Interdonato to take a mound visit just 12 pitches into the bottom half of the Eagles’ tilt against No. 18 Louisville. Kipp did not pitch around the walks, however. Louisville hit three consecutive singles, scoring three runs before Kipp recorded an out.