Dear Class of 2029,
Happy first day of classes! I hope you enjoyed Welcome Week programming and are excited to take part in all the exciting BC events and traditions that await you at BC!
As you begin to settle into campus life, there will be plenty of opportunities
to get involved, including Deans and Donuts and the Student Involvement Fair this Friday, Taste of Off-Campus, Mass of the Holy Spirit, Convocation, Murray Center for Student Health's Wellfest, and more. Continue your conversations from your Cura sessions and think about who you want to practice being as you start your BC journey!
If you have not already done so, I encourage you to login into MyBC, which will connect you with student organizations and their events. You will also receive this weekly newsletter from me each Monday morning to help you stay updated on events, programs, and resources available to you.
I know settling into college life can be exciting yet overwhelming. If you have questions, need assistance, or would like to discuss something, please do not hesitate to contact me or any of our departments. I also hold open office hours most Thursdays from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in Maloney 412, so drop by and say hello!
I look forward to seeing you on the Heights!
Dr. Shawna Cooper Whitehead
Vice President for Student Affairs
Drop in and say Hello!
Dr. Shawna Cooper Whitehead holds open office hours most Thursdays
from 2-4 pm.
Fall Semester Open Office Hours: 9/4, 9/18, 9/25, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11
Student Affairs Highlights | Mark Your Calendar!
Office of the Dean of Students
Deans and Donuts
Friday, August 29
Maloney 450
9:00-11:00 am
Pop in and join the Office of the Dean of Students for donuts, conversation, and resources on your daily commute through the 4th floor of Maloney Hall!
Our August edition will be focused on sharing some info around our office & building healthy communities, while welcoming you back to BC!
Office of Student Involvement
Want to get involved this semester?
Come to the Student Involvement Fair on Friday, August 29, from
10 a.m.- 3 p.m. on the Campus Green, and learn about all the exciting student organizations you can join!
Office of the Dean of Students, Off Campus Living
Hungry? Sample food from surrounding area restaurants!
Wednesday, September 3
5-6:30 p.m. | Cadigan Alumni Center Lawn
Sponsored by the Office of the Dean of Students, Off Campus Student Living
Center for Student Wellness
Upcoming Center for Student Wellness Events!
Drop by WellFest on Wednesday, September 10 from 11-2:00 pm in O'Neill Plaza and learn about all the health and wellness resources available to you across campus!
Upcoming October highlights include a 30 day wellness challenge, and a the Mental Health Fair.
Career Center
The Career Center is here to help you design a path that enables you to pursue meaningful work and a purposeful life. Whether you are reflecting on your gifts and talents, exploring possible majors or career paths, or you are ready to meet potential employers, stop by and
say hello!
Campus Partners
Campus Ministry | Mass of the Holy Spirit
September 4 | 12:00 p.m. | O'Neill Plaza
Mass of the Holy Spirit: The Boston community gathers as a whole to ask God's blessings on all it does throughout the new academic year. The Mass is held at noon on Thursday, September 4, 2025, on the plaza in front of the O'Neill Library. In case of inclement weather, the Mass will move to Conte Forum. Classes are canceled from noon to 1:15 p.m.
Mass and Prayer Schedule
At Boston College, we offer Mass daily at multiple chapels across campus. Read the full schedule below for days, times, and locations.
Boston College Athletics
BC Dining
Looking for more events or ways to get involved? Visit MyBC and the
University Calendar.
Division of Student Affairs
21 Campanella Way, Maloney Hall 412, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
617-552-8600 | bc.edu/studentaffairs