Mastering Move-In, the First Day of the Next Four Years
The excitement and anxiety of move-in day can be overwhelming for most incoming freshmen, but being prepared can make things slightly less messy.The Commitment Competition: Navigating BC's Extracurricular Scene
The Gavel's Dan Pacella gives his advice on how to avoid over-commitment when it comes to extracurriculars.First-Year Students Reflect on a Year of Growth
As the year comes to a close, current freshmen open up about college expectations, lessons learned, and first-year anxieties.Loneliness: The Worst-Kept Secret at Boston College
The difference between expectation and experience often creates a profound sense of loneliness and a lack of belonging on college campuses.Learning to Live With a Roommate
Be sure to have a positive outlook on the freshman year roommate experience, but ground your expectations realistically.Perfecting Your Class Schedule: Post-Registration
Choosing your classes over the summer is not the end-all-be-all of class registration, there are a few tricks to getting the best schedule possible for your first semester.New School, New Me: Making a Lasting First Impression
Some say a first impression can last a lifetime, so start your career at Boston College off on the right foot with a few pointers.Freshman guide to packing
With only one week left to gather everything together and pack your suitcases for Beantown, check out our list of essential things to pack so that you don't find yourself ...