Eagles

Hi everyone! Happy Tuesday! And what a beautiful Tuesday it is - the sun is shining, flowers are sprouting that spell out "BC" on the hills (MAGIC!), and birds are chirping. Speaking of birds, let me fill you in on the craze that is sweeping the nation - EagleCam.

You may think that when I say "EagleCam," I am referring to the webcams that allow you to see onto parts of the BC campus. This is not the case. I am referring instead to an eagle's nest in Decorah, Iowa. This EagleCam allows the viewer to watch a live feed of a mother eagle, a father eagle, and their three newly hatched baby bald eagles! It is so cool! Last Wednesday, I was procrastinating and watching some eagle eggs, and then one started to crack - it was hatching! How incredible is it that I saw a live hatching in Iowa from the dining hall at Boston College? The internet blows my mind sometimes.

Anyway, in conclusion, if you want to be an Eagle, you should also watch EagleCam. You don't have to watch it by any means, but it is strongly recommended - they are just that cute.

Amanda
penzaa@bc.edu

Homework is always better with good weather.

Hi all! Right now I am blogging while sitting outside my dorm because the sun is out and it's wonderfully warm. Nearly everyone on Upper campus is outside playing basketball and frisbee. Unfortunately I had to write part of a research paper this morning, but I really didn't mind because the weather is so amazing. Thankfully, I also managed my time on this assignment, so the ten-page thing really wasn't intimidating.

As a college student you're bound to have a research paper assignment at some point. When that happens to you, the library will suddenly become your best friend. Here at BC we're incredibly lucky to have O'Neill library as a resource. When I first realized the diverse range of books in our library, I was a Steve Urkel on the nerd scale. For a few days I found an immensely dorky pleasure in checking out stacks of books. Of course, I didn't end up needing some of them, but it was fun while it lasted. Anyway, my point to all of this is that research shouldn't be impossible, and BC has any resources you might ever need, on any subject and in any language. Writing this research paper has given me a huge sense of accomplishment and I've learned so much. On a side note, if you ever end up in O'Neill library, make sure you check out the view of Boston on the top floor. It's pretty amazing.

To reward myself for completing my research paper, I'm going into Newton Center for dinner with friends, then going to an a cappella concert (second time in three weeks), then an improv comedy show. It should be really fun!

Stay tuned for my next post, which may or may not include another a cappella concert!

--Kristen

CSOM 2014

volinskk@bc.edu <---- email me with any questions you have about BC, CSOM, anything!

Trivia

Every Thursday night, five of my friends and I gather on the second level of Lower Dining Hall at 9 pm for our favorite event of the week - Trivia, sponsored by Nights On The Heights. All week, we prepare by reading random wikipedia pages, figuring out which songs we want to request from the question asker/dj, and honing our skills at hilarity to come up with witty answers when we don't know the right one. It is, in short, awesome.

This week, we arrived early to secure our spot in the corner by the question asker, Mike. This is the best spot because we are close to the refreshments (pizza), speakers, and there is easy access to hand in the questions. The theme was "green" - all the questions were about going green in honor of Green Month at BC. Unfortunately, we had not prepared appropriately, but never fear! Being the super smart BC students that we are, we were able to recall information we had learned in the distant past (What is the biggest nuclear accident to date? Chernobyl.) and we managed to come in 3rd place. All in all, it was a very exciting night, and a great way to start our weekend (HOORAY no class on Fridays!). Next week, we will be back with a vengeance - our competitors had better be ready for a tough opponent!

Best,
Amanda

Weekend Activities

I remember my college tours quite vividly, and I will never forget how, when the tour guides asked the prospective students for any questions, every parent in the group would inevitably begin their deluge of inquiries. These questions were, of course, important, and I will always be grateful for my parents' fearlessness when it came to asking the tour guides... well, everything.

One question that always sparked my curiosity was, "What do students do on weekends?" Coming from high school, you can't completely anticipate what it will be like to live full-time at school. Of course, now I can say that it's wonderful, but I was uncertain as a high school junior/senior. So, if you're wondering about the weekends on the BC campus like I was, here are a few of my own experiences as a freshman:

1. First of all, don't be nervous that campus will clear out on the weekends, just because Boston College is close to the city. Although Boston is a great resource that can be reached by T (train) in a short time, students here love staying on campus.

2. There is always something going on that you will be interested in. On Thursday nights, for example, the Chocolate Bar (a bakery/coffee shop in the Upper campus dining hall) hosts live musicians from the area. This week I bought a delicious milkshake and enjoyed the free show with a friend. The next few bullet points fall under this same category as well:

3. Sports games often take place on the weekends. Here at BC, games are huge events. We all wear our yellow Superfan shirts and show our school pride.

4. The undergraduate government hosts events on campus that are always incredible. This Friday, my friends and I went to Conte Forum (our hockey and basketball arena) for a hilarious live comedy show by Nick Swardson. Look him up - you won't be disappointed.

5. Clubs host their own events as well. Before the comedy show, we went to the a cappella concert of one of the student groups on campus, The Acoustics. They were all incredibly talented and, to tell you the truth, I felt embarrassed about my own lack of singing ability. Oh well; they provided an incredible few hours of entertainment (completely free, I might add).

6. For my last point I want to stress the importance of hanging out with friends on the weekends. It seems trivial, and you may have already started on the next blog post by now, but some of my best weekend nights are spent just watching movies in my dorm with friends, or ordering takeout and playing a game of night frisbee. At Boston College, you'll meet extremely friendly, caring people who you're sure to develop wonderful friendships with. You'll go to Boston with them, attend football games together, and do homework together in the afternoon. And it will be some of the greatest times of your college career.

Until next time,

--Kristen Volinski

CSOM 2014

volinskk@bc.edu

P.S. Here's a video from the show I went to:

http://www.youtube.com/bcacoustics

Study Abroad Excitement

Now that spring break is over and midterms are upon us once again, it's nice to have something to look forward to. In February I applied to study abroad next semester in Parma, Italy and a few days before spring break I found out that I was accepted!! I spend my free time now filling out applications, reading course offerings, and looking up pictures of Italy. I have heard so many good things about people's experiences when they went abroad and I can't wait to experience it for myself!

Coming into BC, I thought I wanted to study abroad, but I didn't know definitely. I was nervous about being so far away from home and my family and friends. I don't know the Italian language well and I didn't want to be in a foreign country by myself. Eventually I decided that I was never going to have an opportunity like this again and that any initial anxiety would be worth it in the long run. I could not be happier with my choice. I am so excited for my trip. I already know some of the people that I'll be studying in Parma with so I won't be alone.

College is the time to push yourself towards opportunities that seem daunting at first. If you want something, go for it. I think you'll surprise yourself about how much you can handle.

First week back: BC Hockey and the North End

It's nearly impossible to describe the joy I felt upon walking on BC turf again after break. I suppose it would be something like a child adopting a puppy (Yes, that kind of joy). All of the snow has melted and the freshman quad on Upper Campus has become a utopia for everyone; if anyone were to look outside their window on any given day this week, he would see people laying on the lawn studying, playing basketball, football and baseball, and even sitting in trees talking to friends (that would be me).

Saint Patrick's Day was also this week, and it was really fun to see over ninety percent of the campus - not an exaggeration - wearing green of some sort. The undergraduate government of BC, also known as UGBC, also hosted a dance for St. Patty's Day, with a "Lucky Charms" theme. In order to get into the dance, you had to track down the "charms" around campus. They were in the shape of the Lucky Charms cereal marshmallows, and they could be seen everywhere: hanging from trees, sitting on benches, etc. I didn't get a chance to go to the dance, but I heard very good reviews, which is typical of any UGBC event.

This week was also significant for BC Hockey. Our incredible team is going for #1 in the National Championships for the second year in a row. I attended the Hockey East tournament games against Northeastern and Merrimack College this weekend, witnessing two of the most stressful but exciting games of my life. When we took home the trophy, Superfans from all over rejoiced, and I cheered until I lost my voice. It was awesome.

In Boston, this week was Restaurant week, in which you can get a great deal on meals in the city in specific restaurants. I went with a group of friends to the North End (the Italian section of Boston near Faneuil Hall) and got a three-course lunch for just twenty bucks. This was one of the many times when I've been incredibly grateful to go to school just a T (Boston's train) ride from Boston. Spring break, we had some good times, but BC is the place to be.

Kristen

CSOM 2014

P.S. Here's a picture of the beautiful Faneuil Hall/Quincy Market at night:

Spring (Not Very Much Of A) Break

Spring Break at BC is a very exciting time. Everyone wants to know where you're going to spend your nine-or-ten days of absolute freedom. Whether you'll be participating in an Appalachia Service Trip, spending your week at the beach, or heading home for the week, the week is highly anticipated and exciting. 

After an anticlimactic visit home for spring break last year, I decided that I would really try to make this year's break the best ever. That is why, when the University Chorale announced that they would be headed to Ireland for a spring break singing and sightseeing tour, I was one of the first people to sign up! I had never been anywhere remotely exciting before last week (my family pretty much sticks to New England), and I was ready for an adventure with some of my closest friends. 

We arrived in Ireland at 5:30 AM on Friday and immediately began touring the country. The first thing I noticed (aside from how scary it is to drive on the wrong side of the road!) was how truly GREEN everything was! Of course I had seen pictures, but nothing prepares you for that amount of green space and sheep. There are tons of ruined castles, monastic settlements, and homes that dot the landscape, and almost every road we traveled on was lined by farms. The cities were of course a little busier, but for the majority of the week, we were in rural areas. Over the course of our trip, we visited Galway, Killarney (pictured), and Dublin, and we got to perform in many spaces, including Galway Cathedral, and St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin (they were gorgeous). We visited the Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, and Blarney Castle - my friends and I even got to kiss the Blarney Stone! Our week was jam-packed with fun and friendship, so when I finally got back to BC on Saturday night, I was incredibly excited to see my roommates and my bed. Even though the week was exhausting, I know I will always look back on this spring break and be grateful for the opportunities it presented and the ninety new friends I spent it with!

Amanda

CSOM '12

Returning home!

Well, spring break is finally coming to an end. It was incredibly relaxing to forget about assignments and research papers for a week, but I cannot wait to get back to campus, back to friends, back to my comfy bed. For the entirety of vacation I've been diligently catching myself before I say something like "I go back home the 13th", because it sort of terrifies my parents.

It's true, though. I've only been at BC for three quarters and I already can't imagine being anywhere else. I can't wait to go back to campus tomorrow, barrage the girls in my dorm with hugs, and maybe even throw a baseball around in the patches of grass that are just starting to emerge after the winter. BC was beautiful in the snow, but spring is going to be incredible. I guess it's still early and I shouldn't get too excited over a few sunny days, but regardless, I can hardly wait to go back home. Stay tuned!

Kristen

CSOM 2014

Escaping into Boston

In all the "excitement" of midterms week(s) it's pretty easy to get caught up in the routine of staying on campus and just studying. My friend and I decided to take a break from all the stress and go out to breakfast in Boston on a Tuesday morning. One of the major reasons I chose to come to BC is because of it's location. I love having a home here on campus, but then being able to get to the amazing city of Boston so quickly. Being so close to Boston is what made it so easy to go in quickly to eat and escape campus on a weekday morning. I had actually never gone into Boston before class so I felt awesome having this new experience. We took the T (Boston's subway) into the North End and had breakfast at one of my favorite places in the whole city, Mike's Pastry. (If you ever want cannoli or any other Italian cookies/pastries, go to Mike's. They have the greatest tasting treats... they're delicious!!) We then walked back to the T and made it back in time for my class at noon. I don't think I've had a better morning at BC. What's great about BC is that we can explore Boston and all the opportunities it presents and then be able to come "home" to campus when we're done.

Alyssa

Boston College '13

Kairos

At Boston College, as well as other Jesuit high schools and universities across the country, there exists a mythical retreat called Kairos. Students who sign up are randomly chosen at some point during their educational career and are whisked off for a weekend of secret magic and fun and joy and come back completely renewed and the happiest people on earth. They know something that they won't tell you, and every time you ask what happens on Kairos, they say "You have to go to find out." Sounds weird, right?

I was a nonbeliever in Kairos for a long time. I even went so far as to publicly express my rage at not knowing "the secret" of Kairos and not being a part of that group that seemed so elite. Those people with their joy and their smiles and their retreat experience, they didn't know what it was like to be a real student. They were so privileged and cool and I felt so...not. I wanted what they had and I wanted it now.

As a junior whose friends had almost all been called for Kairos, I had pretty much resigned myself to the fact that I wasn't going to go. I would never be one of the elite and that was okay with me, I was finally starting to accept my fate. That is, until one day in the Rat (world's best dining hall) when I was checking my e-mail and had one from "kairos" that said I was called for retreat number 98!! I was psyched. I was finally going to find out all of the secrets of the Kairos world and, more importantly, I was finally going to be able to tell everyone I knew something they didn't! Things were great!

I finally went on Kairos this past weekend and had the time of my life. On this retreat, I learned two things. The first thing is that I hate wearing shoes (I am now the #1 fan of walking around in my socks), and the second thing...is a secret. :)


Amanda Penza
CSOM '12

Zynga Boston and An Entrepreneur for Others

Hello prospective students! There are many things I love about being in the Carroll School of Management, but many times what distinguishes CSOM from other schools are the unique opportunities offered to students on a daily basis. This past week I attended two events, both with awesome speakers. In CSOM, many students are involved in the school’s management academies. These include the finance academy, marketing academy, accounting academy, and more. This past Friday I went on a field trip with the Information Systems Academy to Zynga Boston in Cambridge. Ever played Cityville or MafiaWars? These are just two of the hits created by this prominent gaming firm, which recently expanded into Boston. At the office we had the opportunity of speaking with Nabeel Hyatt, the new head honcho of the Boston branch. It was awesome networking with Nabeel and learning about the industry from an expert, as well as meeting other cool BC students with the same interests! Check out the photo above of Nabeel and us in front of the Zynga logo.


Another event I attended this week was a talk given by BC alum Michael Delponte. Mike shared his story of being a theology major at BC and then going on to create Sparkseed, “a global nonprofit organization that accelerates and invests in the most promising student entrepreneurs seeking to make social change.” His story was truly unique, and during the talk he inspired us with advice about college, life, and following your dreams towards a fulfilling career. Mike is just one example of a BC alum willing to help and reach out to students who are trying to pursue their passions. At the end of the talk he gave out his business card and invited the attendees to reach out to him if they ever were in need of advice or guidance. I would encourage any Boston College student to attend these types of events, as I have acquired so much meaningful advice from a variety of awesome speakers!

Thanks for Reading!

Sofia Papastamelos
papastam@bc.edu

Service Fair

Hey everyone! One of the things that really attracted me to Boston College was its spirit of community service and ideal of men and women for others. A large majority of BC students take part in some form of community service, whether its for a service trip, campus club, or the university’s PULSE program. Last week, I attended the Boston College service fair in the Fulton Honors Library. Here, a number of representatives from great programs, centers, and schools around Boston gathered to recruit BC students for their awesome service opportunities.

 A lot of students at BC volunteer at Boston service centers for several hours each week, but seeing as I already have such a hectic schedule, I was worried about not having the time to participate in any of the programs offered. I always loved volunteering in high school but haven’t had the chance to help out on a weekly basis at BC. However, I was pleasantly surprised at the variety of opportunities that were presented at the fair, many of them being manageable and easily accessible. I finally signed up to do a tutoring program with elementary school children for 1-2 hours a week that takes place on campus. I truly love that BC puts such an emphasis on service and am glad that I can give back to the Boston community in my own little way! I would highly recommend taking advantage of the service opportunities at BC, they are always such a great experience!

More to Come!

Sofia Papastamelos, Papastam@bc.edu

Relationships

Hello friends!

As I sat in my room in Edmond's Hall this evening watching the sun set over Gasson Hall (gorgeous despite construction!), in an attempt to avoid tackling my monster marketing homework, I started to think about relationships.

The word "relationship" can be kind of limiting, because at first it may seem like I'm just talking about romantic relationships. Though those are definitely important, there are so many other kinds of connections to be made at Boston College. There are "friend" relationships. These are the people that you meet in your freshman year dorm, through activities you are involved in, or from friends-of-friends-of-friends. These relationships have been so important to me at BC. Without my friends, I would have nobody to eat turkey and brie sandwiches with at Hillside after class (which would be a great tragedy).

Being in CSOM, I have been told about the importance of Networking (with a capital N) since my first day of classes. Boston College alumni are so eager to help current students and can frequently be found at panels put on by the career center in the evenings. Hearing about the careers of these people, who were in my shoes only a few years ago, has given me a great deal of confidence about my future in the workforce. Many professors at Boston College also have a great deal of connections to people working in industry. This year alone, I have had a total of eight guest speakers in my classes! I'm not sure you could get this kind of experience at any other university.

The final type of relationship I've been thinking of is that of mentor-mentee. With a staff of hundreds of professors and other professionals, there is no shortage of experienced and worldly adults willing to dispense advice to undergrads. The greatest thing about the faculty here is that they truly do care about the students. Everybody is looking to see us succeed and will do everything they can to help us achieve our goals, whether by writing recommendations to grad programs, helping us prepare for Big Four interviews, or getting us through a particularly nasty bout of homesickness. In short, the relationships that I've had the opportunity to make at Boston College have been some of the best of my life, and I have no doubt that they will continue long after graduation.

-Amanda Penza '12
penzaa@bc.edu

Hello! An Introduction

Hi everybody! Like many of the other recent posts, I am here to introduce myself as a new member of the blog. My name is Seth Yarkony and I am a freshman in the Carroll School of Management here at BC. I intend to concentrate in Management & Leadership and Marketing and pursue a minor in Faith, Peace, & Justice. I am from Lake Forest, IL (about 30 miles North of Chicago), and I absolutely love BC.

When I was beginning to ponder colleges, I thought strictly in the Midwest until my counselor suggested BC. I have some family out here but never really considered applying because it was somewhat far from home. Despite my concerns, I decided to include BC in my list of schools to visit over Spring break of my junior year. Needless to say, I fell in love with it the moment I stepped on campus. The beauty of the buildings, strong academic programs, wide array of clubs and other extra-curricular opportunities, and spirited student body is what attracted me to the school. Now that I have been here for over a month, I can affirm that my perception of BC was accurate and has not changed at all. This is a great place to be and everyone I meet is just as happy as I am.

I have managed to become involved in a few clubs on campus, through student activities day and my researching of them before school began. I am a member of the Emerging Leaders Program and I am also on the Leadership Council for Boston College Republicans, along with my newly found work with SAP on this blog and through the High School Visits program. While it may seem like a lot, I find it very easy to manage my time due to the much more free time I have been given at college compared to that in high school. My first suggestion to all high school students entering college: GET INVOLVED! I have met a lot of new people in my clubs that I wouldn't meet otherwise and it is very easy to find a group that shares your passions.

I will do my best to post regularly to share my own experiences and discuss the new things I learn each week here at school. Feel free to ask me any questions through email or on Facebook, I will do my best to answer them. Until next time, GO EAGLES!

-Seth
yarkony@bc.edu

Hockey Banner Raising

Hey Everyone,

Quick blog here but I just wanted to quickly talk about this weekends Banner Raising Ceremony. Im a pretty big college hockey fan so I thought this was awesome. It was the night of the first home game for BC this year Conte, the rink was packed. I went with all my friends to the student section early so we could get some good seats right behind the opposing goalie. The actual ceremony started a little after we got there. They showed a quick video with BC's success in the past decade and then brought out members of the past championship teams. Finally they unveiled the new banner and it was like something I've never seen before. The feeling of seeing a national championship banner unrolled and hoisted in your school is like anything else. It has to be one of the coolest things I've ever seen. Another good thing was that this signaled the start of a new hockey season which I cant wait for. Anyways thats all for now and I cant wait for the next banner to be hoisted up (hopefully!).

-Dan

SPLASH at Boston College--this weekend!

For any former attendees of the MIT Splash education program, the popular event is set to take place at Boston College this Saturday for the first time, sponsored by UGBC! This weekend, I will be teaching a class with fellow blogger Christina Quinn (CSOM '13) titled: "The Six Degrees of Social Media."

Having glanced at the classes available (everything from "Perspectives on the Music of Pink Floyd," "College Pranks 101," and even "Dimensionality and the Shape of the Universe"), I can say that there has been much anticipation, enthusiasm, and excitement around campus surrounding the event. We have a great lineup of classes and knowledgeable student-professors! If you haven't signed up, today's the last day! Find out more information about the event here.


Hopefully I'll see some of you soon!

-Dara
fangda@bc.edu

ICE JAM 2010

Hey - so this post has nothing to do with CSOM, its just about the awesomeness that went down tonight at Conte Forum. They had half of a hockey rink and half of a basketball court, and the event was centered around the four teams at BC that compete in these two sports. Bob Costas hosted, which was sweet, and Vanilla Ice was there because, come on, it's ICE Jam. Also, Doug Flutie was there, even lighting it up in the three point contest. And there was tons of free stuff. This is just another event that shows how sweet BC is, and is definitely worth looking at for all you kids who love sports.

P.S. I'm incredibly biased because I'm on the committee that planned this event.

P.P.S. Did i mention we GAVE AWAY A BMW?

Boston Excursion: From Chestnut Hill to the North End

Hey everyone! In my last post I shared some of the things I love about Boston and being so close to the city. I spoke about how I loved Boston’s many neighborhoods and that because it is relatively small, it’s fairly easy to get around even if you are just walking. To prove my point my friend and I went on a little excursion last Columbus Day weekend and walked all the way from Chestnut Hill (Boston College) to the North End. To get a sense of the neighborhoods in Boston, check out this map.

When you want to get from place to place in Boston, it is usually easy and cheap to take the T, the Boston subway system. But when it is a beautiful day I would recommend walking through some of the neighborhoods yourself. You will notice that things are not to far away from each other and it is easy to get across the city just by strolling along through each neighborhood. On a Saturday afternoon my friend and I began walking down Beacon St., heading towards the center of Boston…

We first arrived at Cleveland Circle, a common destination right down the street from the main campus. Here students will find a variety of eateries such as Roggies and Eagle’s Deli, convenience stores such as CVS, the Reservoir T stop, and even off campus housing. After saying hello to some friends, we continued our way down Beacon St., passing through several beautiful neighborhoods, and then arrived at Coolidge Corner. This Brookline intersection and the streets surrounding it have a quaint and pedestrian-friendly feel, and are home to many small and family-run shops and restaurants (not mention my favorite Jewish deli and brunch location, Zafitgs.) You can also catch a glimpse of the restored art deco Coolidge Corner Theatre. This is a great place nearby to walk, eat, shop, and relax with friends.

We soon reached Commonwealth Ave. and passed the famous Boston Citgo sign (see the photo of me above.) With the top of the Prudential Tower growing in the distance, we crossed over to Newbury Street in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood, which was filled with pedestrians. This is a popular destination for anyone visiting or living in Boston. Newbury Street is lined with historic 19^th century brownstones with house an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, and salons, making it a great destination for shopping, dining, or just enjoying a day in the city. The area of Back Bay itself is part of old Boston and one of the city’s most expensive neighborhoods. It is home to many great Boston destinations such as Copley Square, the Boston Public Library, Trinity Church, John Hancock Tower, and also the Berklee College of Music.

After being entertained by a college jazz band playing outside of Starbucks and perusing in and out of boutiques, we exited Newbury Street and entered the Boston Common, one of the oldest city parks in the country. On beautiful days the Common is filled with picnickers, dog walkers, musicians, families, and street vendors. Here you can walk through the public garden, ride the famous swan boats, or enjoy the “Frog Pond.” My friend and I decided to buy a snack from a street vendor and enjoy a small musical performance taking place that afternoon.

The Common is surrounded by the Boston Theatre District, Financial District, and Beacon Hill Area; however we decided to make our way down to Faneuil Hall. This building is a historical Boston market and meeting hall and one of the most frequently visited sites in the US. Inside and around Faneuil Hall you can find lots of great places to eat, shop, and walk around-you might even see some really awesome street performances by various dance and musical groups. Faneuil Hall is also part of the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile walk marked with red bricks that leads one through 16 historical sites in the city.

My friend and I finally followed the Freedom Trail all the way to the North End, Boston’s “Little Italy,” and one of my favorite areas of Boston. The North End is Boston’s oldest residential communities and home to Paul Revere’s House and the Old North Church. Its quaint streets are filled with Italian restaurants, pastry shops, cafes, and markets. It’s almost impossible to leave with out a box of cannoli or having eaten some gelato or pizza. We ate at a tiny restaurant off of Prince Street and ended our day with some delicious homemade pasta and gnocchi. As you can see, Boston is fairly easy to navigate and accommodates a wide variety of interests. This is something every Boston College student should take advantage of.

Hope you enjoyed this post, if you have any questions feel free to send me an email! papastam@bc.edu

Thanks for reading!

Sofia Papastamelos

(Another) Introduction

Hey everybody! Just figured I'd follow suit and give you guys a bit of an introduction as well. My name is Eddie Jonny; I'm a sophomore with a Marketing concentration in CSOM and just like Dan and Christina, this is also my first post on the blog.

I'm originally from Long Island, New York but even though I'm familiar with the northeast I had never really looked into BC during my college search. I drove through campus on a whim during a trip to some other New England schools and before I even reached the end of Campanella Way I could tell I wanted to go to school here - something just clicked. From that point on BC became my main focus and fortunately everything went according to plan.

On campus I'm involved in SAP, working online and doing high school visits. On top of that, you can find me in the office on Thursdays from 12-1. I'm also involved in the Marketing Academy as well as BCVC, our Venture Competition here at Boston College. I'm also a huge music junkie; I interned at a record label in New York this past summer, so for any of you with the same obsession, feel free to reach out if you're looking for someone to talk music with.

I hope this post didn't get too verbose for you guys, I just wanted to give you a bit of information on who I am and the type of things I'd be more than happy to talk to you about.

Feel free to shoot me an email if you have any questions on anything I talked about (or even on things I may have left out). I'm addicted to my Crackberry so you'll more than likely hear back from me within minutes.

-EJ

jonny@bc.edu

An Introduction

Hello all! Since this is my first post (like Dan, below) I also wanted to give you a little information about myself. My name is Christina Quinn, and I am a sophomore in the Carroll School of Management. I'm attempting to concentrate in Marketing and Information Systems with a Minor in the Lynch School in Human Development. Quite the mouthful, but I'm really excited about all three. (Also in the photo I am on the right, my suitemate and coincidentally a fellow blogger, Dara, is on the left.)

I'm from Portsmouth, Rhode Island (about 1.5 hours from Chestnut Hill) so I'm a New Englander, born and raised. I could not be happier to go to BC for so many reasons, ranging from the gorgeous campus to the excellent business program to the amazing people who I live and learn with.

On campus I'm involved in several ways, primarily through my position as the Online Editor for The Heights (our independent student newspaper on campus). I also greet for SAP -- meaning if you decide to stop by the admissions office every other Tuesday at 1 PM I'll be there to say hello to you and answer any questions! Finally, I am a volunteer in the 4Boston program, which allows me to commit four hours a week of community service to my placement, the Pine Street Inn.

Expect to hear more from me in the future, and feel free to e-mail me with any questions, comments, or just for information about BC!

-CMQ

quinncq@bc.edu