Dear Eagles,
As we begin the Lenten season, a traditional time for reflection and renewal, I invite you to join Mission and Ministry for Ash Wednesday services (schedule here and below) and a variety of upcoming programming. I also had the privilege of participating in the "Preaching from Sr. Thea's Kitchen" series that offers reflections from the BC community on the intersection of scripture and racial justice. With Ramadan also beginning this week, BC Dining is collaborating with the Muslim Student Association to offer specialized menu options.
Additional opportunities this week include today's exhibit in Gasson Hall, the History of Black Lives at BC, Wednesday Wellness programming with the Center for Student Wellness and the BAIC, and a wide array of academic events.
If you are seeking a summer internship, the Career Center's Eagle Intern Fellowship Program provides financial support of up to $4,800 to Boston College undergraduates who are on financial aid and obtain internships with organizations that are not able to provide a salary.
Finally, make sure you cheer for our Women's and Men's hockey teams at home this weekend!
Yours in Community,
Dr. Shawna Cooper Whitehead
Vice President for Student Affairs
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Student Affairs and Campus Partner Highlights
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C21 & Campus Ministry
Ash Wednesday Mass Schedule
8 a.m. Gasson 100*
11:30 a.m. Shea Room (Conte Forum)
12 p.m. Gasson 100* and Trinity Chapel
12:15 p.m. Simboli Chapel
9 p.m. St. Joseph Chapel (Candlelight Mass) and St. Ignatius Church
9:30 p.m. Trinity Chapel
*The St. Mary's Community Masses will be relocated to Gasson 100 for Ash Wednesday.
Phone-Free Fridays
This Lent, Campus Ministry invites you to put your phone down, look up, and be more present. Pick up a Lenten Phone Pouch at an Ash Wednesday Mass or in McElroy 233 and commit to making every Friday in Lent a Phone-Free one. Everyone who participates will receive free coffee to enjoy with a friend.
Friday Fish Fry
Join Campus Ministry for a Friday Fish Fry on Feb. 20 from 12 to 1 p.m. at Manresa House (58 College Road). Come enjoy good food, great conversation, and a phone-free space focused on real connection and community. RSVPs are now open through Wednesday!
Black History Month
Black History Month Upcoming Events
History of Black Lives at BC Exhibit
February 16 - 10:00-5:00 pm | Gasson 100
ALC Black History Month Speaker
Tuesday, February 24 | 7:00 pm | Robsham Theater
Center for Student Wellness
Career Center Events
Eagle Intern Fellowship
The Eagle Intern Fellowship provides financial support to Boston College undergraduates who are on financial aid who obtain internships with organizations that are not able to provide a salary. By eliminating financial barriers, this program provides an opportunity for you to explore your career interests and experience the world of work.
Career Center Events
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Take Part in the Spiritual Hackothon!
One day for all undergraduates to make, collaborate, and network with tech, business, and spiritual leaders at
the Hatchery!
Join on Sunday, February 22
8:30 am - 9:30 pm
Create a portfolio-worthy projects and work with emerging tech
Enjoy free food all day!
First come, first serve
Boston College Athletics
Eagles at Home
February 20
Women's Ice Hockey vs University of New Hampshire
2:00 pm | Conte Forum
Men's Hockey vs UConn
7:00 p.m. | Conte Forum
February 21
Women's Ice Hockey vs Boston University
2:00 pm | Conte Forum
February 22
Women's Basketball vs Wake Forest
12:00 pm | Conte Forum
Academic Highlights
Hope and Despair: Ambivalence at the Mexico-US Border
Join us for our second Conversations on Global Practice series for dialogue, shared learning, and collective reflection across research, teaching, and practice. Open to students, faculty, alumni, and partners working across borders and contexts to advance social change, social cohesion, and the empowerment of communities. The focus of this session will be to hear from Alejandro Olayo- Méndez, SJ and his ongoing research at the Mexico-US border. Registration is here.
Winston Center for Leadership and Ethics
Chambers Lecture: Breaking the Circle of Poverty with Daniel Germain
Daniel Germain, CM, CQ, MSM, is a philanthropist and social entrepreneur dedicated to advancing children’s well-being and breaking cycles of poverty. Growing up in a disadvantaged neighborhood shaped his lifelong commitment to supporting underprivileged youth. This commitment led him to found the Quebec Breakfast Club, addressing a critical barrier to children’s academic and social success: access to a nutritious breakfast.
BC Dining
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