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Why the A/C is so COLD?

Why the A/C is so COLD? .·´¯`(>▂
Why the A/C is so COLD? .·´¯`(>▂<)´¯`·. here

It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity. The cool temps in libraries are a side-effect of the primary reason for the A/C: to keep books from getting moist. Mold & mildew thrive in moist environments, and when they thrive, they destroy paper. Too keep the books dry, libraries run the A/C a little more than humans like. Keeping paper dry, in fact, was the reason behind the invention of the first A/C by Willis Carrier – read about it here: bit.ly/Atlantic-AC. Ever notice how the stereotypical librarian image involves a cardigan? Brrr! Librarians agree!

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When does Gasson ring?

When does Gasson ring?
When does Gasson ring?

There is a description of the bells of Gasson (did you know there are four of them?) in “The Spirit of the Heights,” a history of BC written by University historian Thomas H. O’Connor and published in 2011. Here’s the part about the ringing: “… from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., the bells would announce each quarter of the hour, and every 60 minutes they would toll the exact hour. At noon and again at 6 p.m., the Gasson Tower bells sounded the Angelus as an invitation to all who heard it to pause for a moment of prayer or reflection. The works originally required a twice-weekly hand-winding, but the bells went automatic in the 1960s.

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What is the best way to spend all the money in Eagles card?

What is the best way to spend all the money in Eagles card? Can you use it in the bookstore?
What is the best way to spend all the money in Eagles card? Can you use it in the bookstore?

You can using Eagle bucks, but not Optional Dining Bucks in the bookstore. Other places you can use them are detailed here: bit.ly/TakesEagleBucks. Some types of funds roll over to next term or are posted to your student account at graduation. For more info see bit.ly/EagleCardFAQ or contact Student services (2-3300 or studentservices@bc.edu).

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CAN YOU PRETTY PLS ACCEPT MY APPLICATION IN THE FALL? XO

CAN YOU PRETTY PLS ACCEPT MY APPLICATION IN THE FALL? XO
CAN YOU PRETTY PLS ACCEPT MY APPLICATION IN THE FALL? XO

Admissions does not confer with The Wall on their decisions, but I sure hope they accept you! BC’s acceptance rate of 27% (chosen from an outstanding applicant pool) means that many qualified, fantastic people will not be offered spaces in the class of 2023. If that happens to you, please don’t take it as a reflection on you. While I am super-attached to BC (um… literally), I firmly believe there are many places you where could thrive. Keep your options open.

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Does anyone ever refill the stapler on the 3rd floor printing center?

Does anyone ever refill the stapler on the 3rd floor printing center?
Does anyone ever refill the stapler on the 3rd floor printing center?

Sorry for your trouble! Our staplers do seem to grow legs of their own, and have been found all over the library during round-ups. I will have my assistants speak with the stapler wranglers about increasing the frequency of round-ups and stapler refills. In the meantime, you can also find staplers at the reference and circulation desks.

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How many students at Boston College in 2017?

How many students at Boston College in 2017?
How many students at Boston College in 2017?

This is another great question for the BC Fact Book (bit.ly/BC-FactBook)! According to the 2017-2018 edition, the total number of students enrolled at Boston College in fall of 2017 across all programs was 14,419. However the book does note that this number included students who were studying abroad, so the total number actually at Boston College was 14,165.

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BC –> NBA!

Congratulations to the LA Clippers’ newest player, and Boston College’s first ever NBA lottery draft pick, Jerome Robinson! Go Eagles! Read about it: bit.ly/BC-Jerome

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Is there a place to study on campus that is not freezing…? T^T The library is too cold!

Is there a place to study on campus that is not freezing...? T^T The library is too cold!
Is there a place to study on campus that is not freezing…? T^T The library is too cold!

Sorry about the temperature! We’ve had this complaint before, and I will send it again to the folks who oversee temperatures. The problem is this: the temperature is more for the sake of the books than for humans. Books like it best in a pretty narrow range of temperatures and humidity that unfortunately is a little lower than is comfortable for some humans sitting and reading. (Did you ever wonder why the stereotypical librarian is wearing a cardigan? Wonder no more.) Try any classroom building, or if you don’t mind a little activity, one of the dining areas. Or bring a cardigan?

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Do you think we’ll be able to transfer this upcoming Fall? :D

Do you think we'll be able to transfer this upcoming Fall? :D
Do you think we’ll be able to transfer this upcoming Fall? 😀

I’d love to see you here! I always look forward to answering more students’ questions, as do my colleagues at the reference desk. Sadly, the transfer application site (bit.ly/BC-transfer) says the transfer application deadline for Fall is March 15, and all applicants hear by May 20. If you’d like to apply for Spring transfer enrollment, the deadline is November 15.

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Why can’t our degrees be in English?

Why can't our degrees be in English? [C'MON MAN BC]
Why can’t our degrees be in English? [C’MON MAN BC]

Because tradition, the Wall suspects–lots of colleges and universities do it, and use pretty much the same language. Here’s a brief history of BC’s diplomas from 2013. bit.ly/bc-diploma1. The official English translation is here: bit.ly/bc-diploma2. Think of it this way: if a time machine dumps you out at the University of Paris in 1302 your diploma will still get you into grad school.

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What if I contacted Transportation services to ask for increased shuttle times and they are not budging?

What if I contacted Transportation services to ask for increased shuttle times and they are not budging? Where do I get groceries if there is no shuttle to Chestnut Hill Mall area?
What if I contacted Transportation services to ask for increased shuttle times and they are not budging? Where do I get groceries if there is no shuttle to Chestnut Hill Mall area?

I’m sorry to hear that you haven’t had luck in requesting additional shuttle service, but I’m sure that Transportation Services will track feedback on this issue for the future when they develop new schedules. In the meantime, I would recommend taking the shuttle to the Reservoir T-stop, walking from there to the C-Line at Cleveland Circle and taking that three stops to the Star Market. If you don’t have access to a car, that is probably the easiest grocery store to get to from here. Alternatively, you could try to organize trips with friends – either asking a friend to drive you or meeting up with a group of car-free friends to share a taxi, Uber, or Lyft to the grocery store and back. Good luck!

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Is there a bus that runs to the BC property on hammond Pond Parkway/the Chestnut Hill Mall during the summer? Can there be, if there isn’t :)?

Is there a bus that runs to the BC property on hammond Pond Parkway/the Chestnut Hill Mall during the summer? Can there be, if there isn't :)?
Is there a bus that runs to the BC property on hammond Pond Parkway/the Chestnut Hill Mall during the summer? Can there be, if there isn’t :)?

There is not (and shuttle service is greatly reduced in summer), but I would suggest you let Transportation know of your unmet needs. They can be reached at (617) 552-0151 or transportation@bc.edu. I feel for you!

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Can the temp of the library be reduced? I’m so hot!

Can the temp of the library be reduced? I'm so hot! [drawing of sun]
Can the temp of the library be reduced? I’m so hot!

It looks like the problem with being too cold on June 1 may have been overcorrected! You can report any problem anywhere on campus by logging into your Portal account and clicking on the link for Facilities Work Ticket. Allow the App to find your location and you can report that the building is too hot. If you want a cooler place to study visit the Theology and Ministry Library on the Brighton Campus. My cousin, the bulletin board in the lobby, tells me it’s 63 degrees there!