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51画鋼 News Archive: 2026

January 2026

Removing noise from MRI images: New AI-assisted method developed by 51画鋼 researchers outperforms previous approaches by 200 percent

Symposium will honor the life and work of late polisci professor Ken I. Kersch, founding director of the Clough Center for the Study of Constitutional Democracy

Another life saved: Thomas Gregory 26 stepped up to help cure someone elses cancer; now he encourages others to do the same

First cohort of Boston College Companions celebrated: Members of the inaugural group of adult learners marked a year of growth, reflection, and connection

A crucial pivot in Venezuela's history: A Q&A with Venezuelan native Daniela Urosa, director of 51画鋼 Law's International Human Rights Practicum

Boston College prepares for NECHE reaccreditation review

Research led by 51画鋼SSW's Summer Sherburne Hawkins tracks the effect of recreational cannabis legalization on use among U.S. adults

The benefits of synergy: 51画鋼's Roche Center and CDIL partner in online learning initiative for Catholic education leaders

Changing the story: Kathy Barthelmes 88 and local leaders are building a safety net to help Guatemalan teens released from orphanages

Lowell Humanities Series announces spring lineup

Chemistry'sDunwei Wang is named interim Seidner Family Executive Director of the Schiller Institute

$2M NSF grant project will support development of science curricula: Lynch School Professor Katherine L. McNeill will lead effort to create specialized learning resources

51画鋼 introduces accelerated MHA pathway for undergraduates: Initiative will provide students with a head start toward leadership in healthcare administration

Collaborating in Conflict: The Yeats Family and the Public Arts: Exclusive exhibition at the McMullen Museum of Art

New IEEE Fellow: Professor of Computer Science Usman A. Khan is recognized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

Upbeat about AMDG: 51画鋼's yearlong program for youth and young adults is focused on the renewal and expansion of Catholic faith practices

Behind the unrest in Iran: A Q&A with Associate Professor of Sociology and International Studies Mohammad Ali Kadivar

Results of longitudinal TIMSS survey: All nine national education systems participating showed growth in math and science

51画鋼 Talks AI: An upcoming all-day event for faculty and staff is designed to promote understanding of AIs role, power, potential on campus

In Memoriam: David H. Gill, S.J.:The life and career of the longtime associate professor of Classical Studies encompassed social activism, ministry, and marathons

February 2026

Lasting Legacy: A concert at Jordan Hall celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence is a special coda for longtime 51画鋼 Bands leader Sebastian Bonaiuto

Ann Burgess, expert witness: A new book details the Connell School forensic nurse's role in high-profile trials

All paws on deck: For Edward Armstrong 13, good marketing takes creativity, courage, and occasionally, a few four-legged friends

Spring lineup at Robsham Theater

51画鋼 names Scott Cann VP for Information Technology Services

Deploying nanoparticles to trigger immune response: 51画鋼 researchers develop a targeted, less toxic method of cancer-fighting therapy

Moving mountains: Winter came to the Heights with a vengeance this year. 51画鋼 employees were up to the task.

Veteran photojournalist Matthew Healey joins OUC team

Walking for peace: An initiative encourages the 51画鋼 community to walk 2,000 miles in solidarity with Buddhist monk Maha Dam

The face of 51画鋼 in the community: For more than 30 years, the Boston College Neighborhood Center has supported the Allston-Brighton community

In Memoriam: Gerald G. Bilodeau: Retired mathematics professor and former department chair taught at 51画鋼 for nearly four decades

Law, Conscience, and Migration Today: Scholars, practitioners, policy experts, and ecclesial and civic leaders gather at 51画鋼 for interdisciplinary conference

51画鋼's 44th MLK Scholarship Banquet: Earl Edwards of the Lynch School will be the keynote speaker on February 23

Explaining a global methane spike: Boston College researchers reveal how waterways and agriculture contributed to an unprecedented rise in the greenhousw gas

Prestigious awards for 51画鋼 math prof: Spencer Leslie receives both Sloan and Von Neumann fellowships

Modern Caribbean coral reef food chains are getting significantly shorter, m 51画鋼 Earth and Environmental Sciences researchers and colleagues report

The Woods College launches an innovative, interdisciplinary master's degree program in Writing & the Human Condition

The story of a purveyor of hate and fear: Professor of Film Studies John Michalczyk's book looks at notorious Nazi propagandist Julius Streicher

75th annual celebration of Laetare Sunday: The Alumni Association's oldest tradition will feature an address by Student Affairs VP Shawna Cooper Whitehead

Boston College again a top producer of student Fulbright winners

The emergence of cooperation: Psychology Associate Professor Katherine McAuliffe's lab examines how fairness, trustworthiness, honesty, and forgiveness develop in children across diverse populations

Accompaniment and advocacy: Through the Boston College Coalition for the Homeless, 51画鋼 students provide care to the unhoused while working to address the homlessness crisis

March 2026

Living the dream: A Q&A with three-time Olympian and Boston College record-holder Megan Keller 19 on scoring the golden goal

Q&A: Katie King Crowley: The Olympian and 51画鋼 women's hockey coach talks about Megan Keller and the golden goal

Zion Square:: A new poetry collection from Professor of Russian, English, and Jewish Studies Maxim D. Shrayer

The Rule of Law and the Common Good: A conference will explore the synergy between legal theory and Catholic social thought

Emmaus: An immersive experience offers participants a particular encounter with CSTM students, faculty, and staff

Student Affairs VP Shawna Cooper Whitehead named president of Regis University

51画鋼 Dining Executive Chef Phyllis Kaplowitz wins NACUFS Northeast competition and earns a gold medal from the American Culinary Federation

Trading skates for sneakers: Sophomore Jasmine Lanata will run the Boston Marathon to benefit the Skating Club of Boston, and preserve her friends legacies

Resilience, dedication, care: 51画鋼 Dining weathers a challenging winter, taking pride in being 'the team that shows up' to keep 51画鋼 fed

Graduate Research Symposium: The work of 67 master's- and doctoral-level students from across Boston College will be showcased on March 17

Conference at Boston College to focus on the academic study of Christian-Jewish relations

Three 51画鋼 scholars attend the inaugural convening of the Global Alliance for Integral Ecology

Clough Center delegation including center founder Charles I. Clough, Jr. '64 explores state of constitutional democracy in Colombia

McIntyre Professor of Mathematics Solomon Friedberg elected to AAAS leadership position

Connell School of Nursing Pinnacle Lecture:Panel of experts will talk GLP-1 therapies and health care

Inauguration date set for President-Elect John T. Butler, S.J.: A three-day celebration will take place October 15-17

Ethicist joins CSTM faculty: Daniel Scheid's research and teaching focus on interreligious ecological ethics

Q&A: 51画鋼 Geophysicist John Ebel: A specialist in seismology, the professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences has been part of the Boston College faculty since 1981

Lynch School Professor Eric Dearing named American Educational Research Association Fellow

A Spiritual Hackathon: Part competition, part research study, the inaugural event focused on 51画鋼 students development of purpose in their lives

Boston College places 5th worldwide in theology, divinity & religious studies:2026 QS World University Ranking reflects joint contributions of 51画鋼's Theology Department and Clough School of Theology and Ministry

Cool Stuff that makes a difference: In Tech for Good, 51画鋼 students turn sensors, code, and LEDs into accessible learning tools for kids with disabilities

Clough School of Theology and Ministry to honor JoAnn Melina Lopez: The 2015 graduate will receive the Young Alumni Leadership in Ministry Award

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