Weekly Highlights: Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month, ALC Showdown, Mile 21, Arrupe and more!

Dear Eagles,

I hope you are enjoying the weather as our campus continues to show early signs of Spring! This week's highlights include the Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month Opening Ceremony, ALC Showdown (tickets go on sale today), Mile 21, Grad Appreciation Month, and more!

The deadline to apply for Arrupe is rapidly approaching. Don't miss your chance to apply by April 3rd! Additionally, Campus Ministry is looking for students to join the retreat council. Apply here!

Interested in moving in early, supporting the incoming freshman class, and making money right before the next semester starts? Apply to be a WoW ambassador!

Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out BC Dramatics' performance of Bonnie and Clyde, or watch the Boston College Symphonic Orchestra's Spring concert on Saturday.

Yours in Community,

Dr. Shawna Cooper Whitehead
Vice President for Student Affairs

Open Office Hours with Dr. Shawna Cooper Whitehead
Drop by Maloney Hall 412 on Wednesday's from 2-4 pm and say hello!
4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7

Need a place to study?
4th Floor Maloney Hall reception area is open Monday-Thursday, 5-10 pm.

Student Affairs and Campus Partner Highlights
Mark Your Calendar!

ALC Showdown

The AHANA+ Leadership Council (ALC) and UGBC are thrilled to announce Showdown 2025, an electrifying showcase of talent and diversity on campus! Mark your calendars for Friday, April 11th, at 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:00 PM) in Conte Forum, where we anticipate a sell-out crowd of over 5,000 attendees.

Showdown 2025 features 17 of BC’s most dynamic student dance teams in a high-energy competition celebrating culture, diversity, and passion. Teams will vie for the prestigious Showdown trophy and the opportunity to support a charity of their choice. Tickets go on sale Monday, March 31st at 10:00 AM EST for $17.50 plus fees, offering both Floor and General Admission options. Don’t miss out—purchase your tickets here: https://bostoncollege.vbotickets.com/events

Graduate Student Life

Learn More

Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Month occurs throughout April and celebrates the important contributions graduate and professional students make to the BC community and the tremendous impact they have on campus. Keep a look out for emails from Graduate Student Life on upcomoing programming!

Campus Ministry

Lunches with the Jesuits. The Ignatian Society invites you to attend a Lunch with a Jesuit at St. Mary's Hall. Our next lunch will be this Wednesday, Apr. 2 with Fr. Michael Magree. This is a great opportunity to connect with Jesuits outside the classroom in a relaxed setting, fostering both fellowship and spiritual growth. Spaces are limited, sign up and learn more!

WoW Ambassador