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The WCAS Eagle is a newsletter intended to provide you
with the most up to date and important information from
the Woods College.
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A Message from the Dean, Fr. James Burns
In light of the recent violence in Charlottesville, Virginia we affirm that Boston College is an inclusive and welcoming community, committed to peace and the respect of human dignity for all, while working towards an end to violence and injustice. Please remember that the Woods College is here as a resource and support during these challenging times.
Pope John Paul II's Prayer for Peace
Lord Jesus Christ, who are called the Prince of Peace,
who are yourself our peace and reconciliation,
who so often said, "Peace to you," grant us peace.
Make all men and women witnesses of truth, justice,
and brotherly love.
Banish from their hearts whatever might endanger peace.
Enlighten our rulers that they may
guarantee and defend the great gift of peace.
May all peoples on the earth
become as brothers and sisters.
May longed for peace blossom forth
and reign always over us all.
- Pope John Paul II
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S
ave the Dates
Upcoming Fall BC & Woods Events:
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Psychology and the Other Conference,
October 14th-16th
Along with Lesley University, Harvard University, BU, and other academic institutions, the Woods College will be hosting the Psychology and the Other Conference in Harvard Square. The mission of the Psychology
and the Other is to enrich responses and languages for human suffering, identity, and potential by promoting and facilitating interdisciplinary conversation between the disciplines of psychology, theology/religious studies, and philosophy.
Stay tuned for more information.
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Welles Crowther Red Bandanna 5k, Saturday, October 15th, 9am
Join the Boston College community for a 5k in honor of Welles Crowther, subject of Woods Manresa Experience Common Read, The Red Bandanna.
- For a full list of Important Dates and Deadlines: Fall 2017 Academic Calendar
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Woods College Fall Football Tailgates
After the success of last year's WCAS tailgate, Woods College is hosting 3
tailgates during the 2017 Boston College Football Season! The games are as follows:
vs. Wake Forest,
Saturday September 9th
@
1pm
vs. Central Michigan,
Saturday September 30th @ TBA
vs. Florida State, Friday October 27th @ 8pm
Woods College is offering students discounted tickets to each of the games as part of the Woods College
Tailgate Event. The discounted tickets are av
ailable by accessing the Athletics Ticket website and entering the promo code: WOODS. The tickets are located in the lower end zone.
Tickets will be distributed at the Woods College Tailgate.
The
tailgate
will be located in Tent Village between Hillside Cafe and Conte Forum Gate C and it will begin 3 hours before each game time.
Individual Parking at 300 Hammond Pond Parkway in Chestnut Hill is available. A shuttle is provided, with drop-off/pick-up on Beacon St., just steps from Alumni Stadium. Single game passes are $40 per game and can be bought here
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Please feel free to reach out to Caitlin Schlehuber ([email protected]) with any questions or concerns.
Go Eagles!
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Register today for the
2017 F
all Semester
Have you registered yet for the fall semester?
A reminder that
Boston College fall courses begin
Monday, August 28th.
More information is available
here
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MHA Program Holds Inaugural
Innovation Weekend
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On Friday evening, July 21, Dr. Carl Berke, Partner at the Partners HealthCare Innovation Fund, served as the Keynote Speaker for a kick-off event, which was held at the Boston College Club.
Read more from BC News.
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Rachel Rosenblum, Chief Operating Officer, Atrius Health & Boston College MHA Indus
try Advisory Board Member noted:
"The Boston College MHA Program's Innovation Weekend showcased the undeniable commitment of its faculty in introducing its students to world-class entrepreneurs, innovators, and healthcare thought leaders.
There is no doubt, they are already
succeeding in their efforts to energize, inspire, and ignite the next genera
tion of healthcare leaders in the spirit of transforming the way care is delivered in the future."
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Fa
culty & Staff Highlights
Woods College faculty and staff are continually contributing to their fields through research, publications and presentations. We are proud of our faculty and their accomplishments:
Congratulations to Professor
Cathy Utzschneider
--an athlete, entrepreneur, coach, author, and faculty member in our MS in Leadership & Administration program competing
on Team USA in aquathlon at the ITU World Multisport Championships, which begin later this week in Canada. Read more from BC News.
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Best wishes to Adjunct Professor
Julie
Fitton (Cybersecurity) who recently left Blue Cross to head-up the new IoT division at Stanley Black & Decker.
She will now serve as Vice President, Digital Product Security.
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Valuable Student Resources
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The mission of the Connors Family Learning Center is to enhance the quality of learning at Boston College. The
CFLC offers instructional support for faculty and graduate students, special services to students with learning disabilities, and tutoring and skills workshops to all Boston College students.
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The Boston College Career Center works with degree seeking students
one-on-one
and at
events and programs
throughout the year, coaching on everything from researching majors, writing resumes, building a network, and developing interviewing skills, to tips for negotiating one's first salary and more. The Center serves as a connector; helping students to identify interests and then meet employers, alumni, and friends of BC to further explore those interests.
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Boston College is a very safe and secure campus and community. There are numerous programs, policies and procedures in place to ensure the safety and security of our campus community and guests. Services on campus include Eagle Transport and Walking Services, Emergency Call Boxes and more.
More safety tips in a a
recent article from RAINN:
9 Tips to Stay Safe on a College Campus.
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Sarah Says
A piece of advice from long term BC Woods College employee, Sarah
Piepgrass,
Academic & Student Services Specialist:
The dreaded
"Back-to-School." There, I said it. YIKES! But as summer winds down during the last couple of weeks before the Fall semester starts, please take some time for yourself to regroup, renew, and then restart. Having met with your advisor and finalized your registration, prepare for the new term by checking in advance on things like the classroom locations of your courses, the status of your student account and tuition bill, what textbooks you'll be needing, and of course whether you need to buy or waive BC's health insurance.
Remember that in addition to the Woods College staff and advisors, Agora and the WCAS website provide the information you need.
In
Agora you can find classroom locations (click "Course Information & Schedule" in the Academics and Courses pane), tuition bill (click "My Bill" in the Account and Personal Info pane), and insurance waiver (click "Medical Insurance" in the Account and Personal Info pane). For textbook info, see the BC Bookstore website and use the drop-down menus to navigate to each course number. The WCAS website also has lots of other important information, including details about upcoming events, links to syllabi, academic regulations, and the WCAS-specific academic calendar. See you very soon!
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New Financial Aid, Scholarship, and Assistantship Opportunities for
Fall 2017
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We are pleased to provide updated information on financing options for 2017-2018:
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Scholarship funding is awarded on an as available basis and is limited. Consideration for scholarships for all undergraduate students begins with submissions of the Boston College Application for Financial Aid and the Woods College Scholarship Application.
The deadline to apply is August 15th.
- Funding for Scholarships for new graduate students is not available.
- International students are not eligible for scholarships. Any international student finding themselves in a situation in which academic funding is impaired should notify their advisor and/or program director.
Any questions you may have can be discussed with your advisor, program director or submitted via email to
[email protected]. Emails should have the word SCHOLARSHIP in the subject line.
We are seeking to fill a front desk position at the Woods College.
to complete application.
GRADUATE STUDENTS
Graduate Assistantships and Employment Opportunities are available now. Learn more
here.
If you ever have any extenuating financial hardships or circumstances that would prevent you from continuing your education at the Woods College, you are encouraged to contact Dean Burns ([email protected]) or Associate Dean Pouravelis ([email protected]), confidentially.
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