#BC2024: Do you know which one of our 8 libraries is the oldest? It's the one and only Bapst Library which opened in 1925! Bapst is well known as a home for students looking for absolute quiet to study. In 1993, the library was designated as the Art Library and it continues to support the University's increasingly interdisciplinary teaching and research needs. The Bapst Library contains over 51,000 volumes, 150 serial titles, and provides access to hundreds of databases, electronic journals and books. Bapst offers approximately 400 quiet study spaces in a combination of individual carrels and tables. Plus, it feels like you’re in Hogwarts when you’re sitting among the Bapst stacks! #BC2024 #BC360

Thank you for your hard work in guiding first-year AHANA students this past year! Compass strives to foster a sense of community for students of color on campus and without your dedication and support, this wouldn't have been possible. Congratulations on your graduation, you will all be missed dearly. Go set the world aflame!

Hats off to the incredible Class of 2020! We are celebrating each and every one of you today. The Heights will always be your home. Congratulations! #bc2020 #youdidit

#BC2024: Do you know how many libraries you have to choose from at Boston College? There are 8 libraries for you to choose from with over 700 databases for your use! The O'Neill Library, the main research library, is located centrally on main campus. Here, you can reserve study rooms for group projects, prepare for interviews, or find a spot to study with your friends. There are even a few classrooms within the five story library! The O'Neill building is also home to the Digital Studio, the Connor's Family Learning Center, the Technology Help Center, and much more. Who knows, maybe the O'Neill library will become your study place of choice! Comment below if there are other BC buildings you would like us to highlight on future #BCfirstyearfridays! #BC2024 #BC360

At BC, we use reflection as a tool to explore and grow into our best selves. It is not until we understand our own motivations that we truly become people for others. During this difficult time, we hope you feel called to reflect often and deeply. Let us know what you have been reflecting on these last few months in the comments below! #BeAttentive #BeReflective #BeLoving

#BC2024: Looking to try rock climbing? Or to work on your golf skills? The beautiful Margot Connell Recreation Center opened in the Fall of 2019 and the Eagles couldn't be more excited! Its 4 floors filled with state of the art equipment to support your health and fitness goals. You can dive into the pool, relax in the hot tub, work on your golf swing (even in the cold), strength train, and much more! The Margot Connell Recreation Center also has 4 wood basketball courts, an indoor track, 2 multi-purpose courts, 3 tennis courts, racquetball and squash courts, a spin room, and several multi purpose fitness rooms. Comment below if there are other BC buildings you would like us to highlight on future #BCfirstyearfridays! #BC2024 #BC360

#bc2024 Meet your First Year Academic Convocation author: The Boss, springsteen. You will get access to your e-book download code for Born to Run during Orientation. And make sure to save the date: September 10, 2020!

Can you believe it’s finals already? FYE wishes you all a healthy and productive finals week. While you might not have this view from home, at least you can open a bag of chips, right?

Calling all Students of Color in the Class of 2024 Let us tell you a little bit about the Compass Mentoring Program: Compass resides in the Office of First Year Experience, and is a program that aims to support and celebrate our first year Students of Color (AHANA). This mentoring program is focused on helping you “find your direction” at BC so you can determine where you are and where you want to go as you embark on your college experience. In Compass, you will receive an junior or senior mentor that will help you with your transition to BC, and have the opportunity to meet fellow first year AHANA students through discussions surrounding identity, transition, relationships, BC culture, campus resources, and much more! Submit your application to be part of the Compass Mentoring Program starting June 1st! For more information visit www.bc.edu/compass or email us at bccompass@bc.edu with any questions! #BC2024 #BC360 #FindYourDirectionAtBC