The Gavel

03/12/2024

Deepfake images of Taylor Swift ignited a wide-scale push for AI legislation and a discussion on the role of privilege when it comes to making change.

Amidst the internet drama surrounding Taylor Swift "deepfakes," Congress introduced a new law on AI and deepfake images.

11/27/2023

Given Amazon's environmental harm, it's important to explore alternatives for holiday shopping.

With the holiday season fervently approaching, buying gifts is on everyone’s minds. Every year during the weeks leading up to Christmas, the sale of retail goods skyrockets as people scramble to buy everything on their holiday shopping lists. In 2020, Black Friday pulled in around 9 billion dollar...

11/27/2023

The MBTA and rideshare services both have downfalls for the college student looking for transportation.

The MBTA and ridesharing services both have downfalls for the college student in need of transportation.

11/20/2023

The combination of trash in BC facilities goes against its supposed goal of composting and sustainability.

The combination of trash and lack of sorting in BC facilities are contradictory to the school's supposed commitment to sustainability.

11/12/2023

The Eras Tour (Movie Version)

If you’ve been living under a pop culture rock for the past year or so, Taylor Swift is currently on her biggest concert tour yet: The Eras Tour. Most recently, on October 13th, the pop superstar released the movie version of this global phenomenon. The 2-hour, 45-minute movie gives fans a closeup...

10/30/2023

Our bi-annual White Mountain fundraiser is this Wednesday, November 1st from 8 p.m. to midnight! Bring some friends, get some ice cream, and support The Gavel!!!

10/30/2023

Issues of food insecurity at BC are likely exacerbated by BC Dining's pay-per-item system.

Sarah Park examines food insecurity at Boston College. Is BC Dining's debit card system partially to blame?

10/30/2023

Past Lives makes waves as the incredible debut of Celine Song.

Amidst numerous successful directorial debuts, Celine Song's "Past Lives" carries the trend forward and offers a new romantic classic.

10/24/2023

BC's Pops on the Heights is a major fundraiser—but the funds are often overshadowed by the spectacle.

10/22/2023

Micah Nathan teaches us “How Not to Write for Video Games:"

When I trust someone enough to tell them that my dream career is to be a video game writer, I’ve grown accustomed to their feigned display of intrigue that masks genuine confusion. I can hardly blame those who don’t understand—video game writing is rarely present at the average job fair, and m...

10/19/2023

BC has a long history of union busting, contrary to the school's proclaimed Jesuit values.

Boston College has a prolonged history of union busting that makes future possibilities of unionization appear grim.

10/16/2023

BC's Espresso Your Faith Week aims to create a more inclusive campus community for people of different religious backgrounds, cultures, and gender identities.

10/16/2023

Here are the fall-inspired movies you need for the perfect movie night this month.

10/13/2023

2023: The Summer of Box Office Bombs.

The term “blockbuster” first described atomic World War II-era weapons. When it evolved to figuratively describe explosive creations, it became inseparable from the films of the 1970’s that had the power to generate lines encasing movie theater blocks. Today, “blockbuster” is a word that p...

10/10/2023

Tim Wakefield, a staple of the Red Sox championship teams in 2004 and 2007, passed away at the age of 57 after a battle with brain cancer.

10/10/2023

Noah Kahan stands out as the leader in the trending genre of folk music.

It is no secret that folk music is once again topping the charts. A genre once led by musical greats like Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, and Cat Stevens is making a powerful comeback through the music of many contemporary artists. Folk music is by no means a stranger to the “mainstream.” The Lumineer...

10/10/2023

The Golden Bachelor ushers in a new age of The Bachelor.

The Bachelor has always had a specific formula, one that spans across the franchise and through decades of television. The twenty-something, conventionally attractive male lead, one who is usually white and always skinny, dates a group of twenty-something, conventionally attractive women, who are al...

10/10/2023

The freshman experience at BC can be isolating and demoralizing—but it shouldn't have to be.

Ana Ibarra reflects on her freshman year experience and how we can help other BC freshmen live to the fullest.

10/10/2023

For this Banned Books Week, The Gavel has compiled a diverse list of some of the nation's most censored books.

For this Banned Books Week, The Gavel has compiled a diverse list of some of the nation's most censored books.

10/05/2023

Representative Kevin McCarthy (R-Ca.) has become the first Speaker of the House in history to be ousted from the position.

10/05/2023

Going away for Fall Break? We've got you covered with the perfect fall playlist:

Going away for Fall Break? We've got you covered with the perfect fall playlist.

10/01/2023

After losing last Thursday night, Alexander Mattison of the Minnesota Vikings received 60+ hate-filled racist messages from fans.

After losing on Thursday night, Alexander Mattison of the Minnesota Vikings received 60+ hate-filled racist messages from fans.

09/28/2023

Although Boston College Football has been disappointing for the past decade, a few alumni are off to hot starts in the NFL this year.

09/28/2023

The Boston College Women's Soccer team suffered their fifth loss of the season to the Virginia Tech Hokies 2-1.

09/28/2023

The Maui fires were devastating. Their impact remains on the minds of the Hawaiian people and it should be on ours too.

One of the deadliest wildfires in U.S. history recently took place in Maui, with devastating repercussions on the community and environment.

09/28/2023

While freshmen are typically thrilled to go to their first CAB concert, upperclassmen are apprehensive. How did COIN exceed expectations?

09/28/2023

The WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes began in Spring 2023 under similar conditions, but why? Work conditions and demands explained.

09/27/2023

Sophie Lodes previews what you can expect from the BC Men's Soccer team in 2023 and which players to look out for.

Sophie Lodes previews what you can expect from the BC Men's Soccer team in 2023 and the players to look out for.

09/26/2023

Avid listeners have waited for over two years for Guts, Olivia Rodrigo's courageous sophomore album—how does it compare to Sour?

09/26/2023

In their season opener, the Boston College Women's Soccer team tied Fullerton 0-0 in a tightly contested match.