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Jenna is a sophomore from Acton, Massachusetts. She is double majoring in English and Communication. She enjoys writing for the Features, Opinions, and Culture sections of the Gavel.

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lacontej@bc.edu

Donna Summer dies at 63

Donna Summer, who will forever be remembered fondly as the Queen of Disco, passed away today from cancer. Her legacy will live on through her upbeat tunes that have lasted the ages

The Unsolicited Celebrity Advice Column: Kanye West

Kanye, do you really think that dating Kim Kardashian will end well?

Opinion: Stop using social networks to complain about finals

Somehow, instead of using Facebook as the instrument of procrastination, people have turned Facebook statuses into their personal diaries where they can bitch and moan about how stressed they are.

Top 10 Reasons for non-Marvel fans to go see “The Avengers”

Non-Marvel fans may be thinking The Avengers is not their type of movie, but do not be fooled by the nerdiness factor. The Avengers is an absolute must see, and here are some reasons why

Third Eye Blind and Nelly make for successful Spring Concert

Overall, the Spring Concert was a victory for UGBC and students alike. The performers exceeded many audience members’ expectations, and students behaved in a significantly more civilized manner than at the infamous 2010 Fall Concert.

Top 10 ways for non-runners to prepare for Marathon Monday

A must-read for freshmen, seniors and everyone inbetween

Nicki Minaj shows all sides with “Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded”

April Fools’ Day must have come late this year, because today Jenna LaConte inexplicably woke up and played Nicki Minaj’s most recent album “Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded” on repeat.

BC community joins together to Take Back the Night

Wednesday night, students and faculty came together for Boston College’s annual Take Back the Night, an integral part of C.A.R.E. week in which student victims of sexual assault share stories of suffering, survival, and strength