“I think it was just emblematic of what Boston College Law School is, to put together a class that was reactive to the first term of the [Trump] administration. It was an example of just how dynamic BC Law can be in providing experiences geared towards the student, particularly when the students care about or are interested in learning about what’s going on in the world and how lawyers can play a role in contributing towards improving it or, at the very minimum, understanding it.” - Alex Peña JD ’18, who now works for Partnership for New York City | READ MORE: https://on.bc.edu/APena_Law

"I wanted to welcome every challenge as an opportunity to learn, find joy in life’s small moments, and live each day with intention. As a member of the human-center engineering major’s inaugural class, I was thrilled to be accepted into a closely knit community and to collaborate across disciplines to solve real-world problems. Learning about the critical issues in environment, health, and energy, I now aspire to serve the world’s evolving needs as a responsible global citizen and physician-scientist." - Hayoung Cho '25, the 2025 Edward H. Finnegan, S.J., Award winner | READ MORE: https://on.bc.edu/HayougCho

“I got incredibly lucky with my seat assignments. At the very beginning of the show, there was a spot that they put me in towards the back of Studio 8H and I was thrilled because I got to see Paul Simon and Sabrina Carpenter’s opening musical number. After that I was in two other spots: down in the front sitting next to Martin Short during the audience Q&A with Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, and then next to Lady Gaga for the New York 50th musical featuring John Mulaney. I was right in the center of the action, which was super cool.” - Tom Banfield ’17, who worked as a seat filler for the Saturday Night Live Anniversary Special | READ MORE: https://on.bc.edu/FillingIn

"After teaching for a decade in the M.B.A. program, I shifted to instructing seniors in the Capstone Seminar I developed, ‘Finding and Following Your Calling.’ The joy that came from working with fourth-year students to explore and understand their interests, values, and life goals as they were about to step into the ‘real world’ can’t be overstated.” - Brad Harrington, retiring Executive Director of the Center for Work & Family | READ MORE: https://on.bc.edu/BHarringtonRetires

“At its core, the struggle over gentrification reflects broader tensions around who gets to define a community, how cultural spaces are commodified, and whose stories are preserved or overwritten in the process. “These insights profoundly affect how I see my role as someone pursuing finance. I don’t just want to study economic systems. I want to intervene in them. I want to fight for models of investment and development that honor the people who make neighborhoods like Koreatown what they are. I’m committed to challenging structures that reduce culture to branding and to uplifting policies that support cultural preservation, community-led development, and equitable housing. This is not just about resisting gentrification; it’s about reimagining who development is for and what justice looks like at the neighborhood level.” - Jadon Lee '26, the 2025 Benigno and Corazon Aquino Scholarship winner | READ MORE: https://on.bc.edu/JadonLee

“Every year, I met with my dean [John J. Neuhauser, who served as dean from 1977-1999] to talk about my upcoming research plans. One year he said to me, ‘When you find something that really resonates with you, that’s where your research takes off.' “I started thinking about it, and I was interested in talking to women like myself: women who had careers and families and who were trying to juggle everything. Family was, and is, so important to me. To succeed in life is as important to me as achieving in my career." - Judy Gordon, who is retiring after nearly 50 years of teaching, research, and leadership at the Carroll School of Management at BC | READ MORE: https://on.bc.edu/AProfoundInfluence

“I feel extremely humbled that the undergraduate community of BC has entrusted Reagan and me to serve them in these roles. Amidst a challenging campaigning season, my primary takeaway was an increasingly strengthened love for Boston College. I cannot express enough how much I appreciate all that this community has given me in my three years here, and am committed to make the strongest impact I can with the time I have left.” - Cami Kulbieda '26, Undergraduate Government of Boston College (UGBC) President for 2025-26 | READ MORE: https://on.bc.edu/UGBC_202526

“Nobody is going to say, ‘Wow, that garage door opened so well!’ That’s okay. We want to make parking and transportation a seamless experience. We’re all here because of you—the students. We care about you very much and we are always listening.” - Gabriel Parker, Director of Transportation, Parking, and Contracted Services | READ MORE: https://on.bc.edu/UnsungHeroesBCTP

"As a soon-to-be graduate of the Department of Engineering at Boston College's Human-Centered program, I can say I’ve loved my experience here. I’ve become close with many of my professors, especially the ones I’ve had in my project-based courses. Being part of the first cohort, I’ve gotten used to the syllabus disclaimer that reminds us that 'this class has never been offered before.' But honestly, being included in the creation of a new program only made my experience richer and made me feel like I really left my mark on the department." - Charlie Neill '25 | READ MORE about Charlie as a Senior to Remember: https://on.bc.edu/CharlieNeill

"Boston College brought me more in touch with my faith and my spirituality. I grew up Catholic. I sang in the choir and was an altar server, but then in high school, I moved to another community and the Church was not as consistent in my life. At BC, the Jesuit values found me and became ingrained in me. BC gave me a platform: I went on Kairos and did the Camino with Colleen [Dallavalle] and Fr. Casey [Beaumier]. I started to choose faith for myself and choose God for myself, not just because it was something that I grew up with." - Johany Jeune '25 | READ MORE about Johany as a Senior to Remember: https://on.bc.edu/JohanyJeune

"Whether I’m in a classroom or behind a camera, my focus is on influencing positive change. Through my work on film sets in Boston and at Boston College, I’ve facilitated initiatives—both on and off-campus—to explore the role of film in society. These experiences have underscored my commitment to social justice. "As I screened [my] documentary for over 200 attendees at the premiere, I couldn’t help but notice how many members of the Boston College community were in attendance. As I stood on stage and delivered my opening remarks, I was reminded that I have been immersed in a community that is inherently giving in nature, and that is reflected in its faculty and student body. This event represented my commitment to fighting for the greater good—a dedication I bring to every story I tell and every cause I champion." - Abby Duffy '25 | READ MORE about Abby as a Senior to Remember: https://on.bc.edu/AbbyDuffy

"Moving to Boston College opened me up to new experiences and perspectives. Being surrounded by such diverse communities and beautiful natural landscapes helped me feel more connected to people and to the world around me. My time here has shaped me by making me more independent, resilient, and open-minded. I’ve learned to adapt, to step out of my comfort zone, and to appreciate different cultures and lifestyles. BC has truly helped me grow into a more confident and grounded person." - Joshua De Souza '25 | READ MORE about Joshua as a Senior to Remember: https://on.bc.edu/JoshuaDeSouza