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Who was Mr. Oneil?

Who was Mr. Oneil?
Who was Mr. Oneil?

Tip O’Neill was a 1936 BC graduate who went on to a very distinguished career in state and national politics. He ran for and won John F. Kennedy’s House seat when JFK ran for Senate in 1952, and he served as representative for Cambridge and Boston for sixteen terms. He was elected Speaker of the US House of Representatives from 1977 to 1987. BC honored him many times, and he attended the opening of this library in 1981. Here’s a virtual exhibit my colleagues over at Burns library did to comemorate his life: https://library.bc.edu/burns-exhibits/tip-oneill/

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Got broken up with… how do I differentiate their niceties from renewed interest?

Got broken up with... how do I differentiate their niceties from renewed interest?
Got broken up with… how do I differentiate their niceties from renewed interest?

Be honest and brave and communicate directly. Be clear with yourself how you would react if they were interested in getting back together and whether you would want to be “just friends”. Then… ask them what their intentions are This is a hard conversation to have, but it could save you (both) a long period of frustration and possibly unfounded hopes (on one side or the other.)

If they broke up with you they are probably not interested. Onto the next
If they broke up with you they are probably not interested. Onto the next

It would be nice if the heart were so unambiguous. Sometimes it does take some conversations to get clarity in order to move on.

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Hi! I am so sad.

Hi! I am so sad.
Hi! I am so sad.

I’m so sorry you’re sad. Please accept this virtual hug! If I had arms I’d give you a real one. I hope you have some friends with arms and ears who can listen and hug. If you find the sadness persisting intrusively or you can’t find someone who can listen, consider a student wellness coach: bit.ly/BC-wellness-coach.

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Must see/do in Seoul, Korea

Must see/do in Seoul, Korea
Must see/do in Seoul, Korea

I’ve heard the National Museum of Modern & Contemporary Art is a can’t-miss, as is Gyeongbokgung Palace, the 14th Century dwelling of the Joseon Dynasty. Try to book a stay of at least one night in Bukchon Hanok Village, a traditional area not far from the Palace. Nearby: Kyung-In Museum of Fine Art, where you can also have tea & snacks under outdoor pavilions. The National Museum of Korea is excellent (Yongsan neighborhood). The most important Buddhist temple in Seoul is Jogyesa; if you’re into temples, another is Bongeunsua in south Seoul. Finally, you MUST catch a baseball game: 3 KBO teams play in and around Seoul. Public transit is amazing in Seoul. Buy a T-money or Cashbee card from a convenience store, and top it up with cash.

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If you had to transfer where would you go in Boston?

If you had to transfer where would you go in Boston?
If you had to transfer where would you go in Boston?

As a wall I’d have a hard time transferring, but for you humans, I’d say it all depends on where you feel you’d fit best. Before you make a decision, talk to friends and advisers about why you feel the lack of fit here, which will either clarify what you want in another place, or open up possibilities here.

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Why couldn’t Brock Purdy save us?

Why couldn't Brock Purdy save us?
Why couldn’t Brock Purdy save us?

He’s young, he’s one man, and football is a team sport: players, even QB’s, don’t solely make or break a game. He missed some options in blitzes, but also, his team and coach should have accounted for his lack of veteran reflexes and created a better wall of protection.