What No One Tells You about Making Friends at BC
Growing up, I always wanted time to pass by faster. A high achiever, I was always looking forward to the next step, the next activity, and the next milestone. College ...Finding Your Niche at BC
Staff writer Daniel Pacella reflects on his first year to provide the incoming class with some advice on how find their place at BC.Your Guide to Freshman Year, Tour Guide Approved
The Gavel's Creative Manager, Madison Polkowitz, CSOM '19, shares her comprehensive guide to all things BC, from clubs to classes to crazy traditions.How to Flourish Second Semester Freshman Year
While many second semester freshmen feel as if they don't have as much guidance from BC, there are numerous ways to get back in the groove and stay active.Learning to Live With a Roommate
Be sure to have a positive outlook on the freshman year roommate experience, but ground your expectations realistically.Dispelling the Transfer Student Stigma
According to the New York Times, roughly 1 in 3 students transfer colleges.Two Semesters Later
We photographed twelve freshmen in September. They came back nine months later for a second picture during the last week of classes in May.Authentic Eagles: Ericka Cruz on Being a First Generation College Student
"Move-in day freshman year ended with a huge fight between my mother and I because I had chosen to leave home, and the reality of me leaving had really set ...