The Stark Contrast of Ukrainian Refugee Treatment
As Putin’s invasion of Ukraine has intensified, nearly a million Ukrainian refugees have fled to neighboring Poland in the west. Thankfully, these families have been welcomed with plenty of free ...Former Jordanian Ambassador Karim Kawar and the State of the Middle East
Karim Kawar, Boston College '87 and former Jordanian Ambassador to the U.S. and Mexico, visited BC to discuss the political situation in the Middle East.Professor Krause Explores International Politics In and Out of Classroom
The Gavel spoke to Professor Peter Krause to learn more about his research, his teachings at BC, and his advice for BC students interested in the field.Getting LAUSTIN the Middle East with BC Senior Austin Bodetti
While at BC, Senior Austin Bodetti has taken on the role of freelance journalist, traveling alone to the Middle East to do research and learn about conflicts in the region.Fr. Raymond Helmick, S.J. Memorial Committee Holds Inaugural Memorial Lecture
The memorial committee for the late Fr. Raymond Helmick, S.J., a highly-respected theologian and instructor at Boston College, held the inaugural lecture honoring the contributions of Fr. Helmick today in ...Peter Krause on Recent Minnesota Stabbing, ISIS, and Islam
Boston College political science professor Peter Krause discusses the recent Minnesota stabbing, the impact of ISIS, and his ideology on Islam.Peter Krause Discusses Radical Islamic Terrorism and its Implications
“Claims like ‘terrorism works’ or ‘terrorism does not work’ may make headlines, but they shroud a far more nuanced reality."Dr. Shirin Ebadi Delivers Powerful and Inspiring Address to Students
Dr. Shirin Ebadi tells BC students, "Any failure can be turned into a larger victory."