Homecoming is a celebration of the spirit, mission and tradition at Boston College.  Throughout the week of events and activities, students, faculty, staff and alumni actively engage in fostering a sense of community and pride for BC.  This year Homecoming will encompass athletic events, alumni activities, and residential/social experiences.  We are excited to welcome alumni back to campus, and engage students and community members in our traditions moving forward! For a detailed list of events please see below. 

October 21-25, 2024

Homecoming 2024

Monday, October 21

UGBC Spirit Station
11:00-1:00 pm | Academic Quad

Come join us on the Academic Quad for free giveaways and treats to kick off homecoming week!

CAB Postcards 'n Pins
11:00 am-1:00 pm | Stokes Lawn
Come grab a free Homecoming postcard to send to someone on campus who helps make BC feel like home or fill one out to mail to friends and family back home!

Tuesday, October 22

Post-Grad Service Fair
4:30-6:30 pm | Corcoran Commons, Heights Room
RSVP in Handshake 
Ready to make a difference and explore your passions after graduation? Join us at the Post-Grad Service Fair! 

CAB Fall Flick
6:00 pm-9:00 pm | Plaza at O'Neill
Grab a Blanket and join us for a fan favorite movie with some festive treats, stuff-a-bear, paint your own pumpkin, & so much more!

Wednesday, October 23

Best of the Nest
All Day |  Residence Halls

Residence Hall Association encourages you to share why you "Love Where You Live" on campus. Each community will have an indicated area where you can contribute your reason for loving where you live. The community with the most love will be awarded the Best of the Nest prize. 

Trivia Night
7:00pm- 8:00pm | Lyons Dining Hall
Join CAB for a fun, thrilling, and competitive Trivia Night! Invite your friends and create a team to test your knowledge. First place winners will win some exciting prizes. Max 5 members per team.

Preparing for your RA Interview
7:00pm - 8:00pm | Via Zoom
This workshop will help you prep for the first round of RA interviews, we will cover: Common interview questions and strategies, Virtual interview etiquette, and Residential Life position expectations.

Thursday, October 24

CAB Fall Fan Fest
5:00-8:00 pm | Campus Green/Stokes Lawn

Join us on Stokes Lawn for our 2nd annual celebration of Boston College! Come for the food, raffles, games and stay for amazing performances and school spirit!

Friday, October 25

Deans & Donuts
9:00-11:00 a.m. | Maloney 450

Pop in and join the Office of the Dean of Students for donuts, conversation, and resources on your daily commute through the 4th floor of Maloney Hall!

BC Volley Ball vs Virginia Tech
1:00 pm | Chestnut Hill

Boston College Alumni Tailgate
4:00 pm | O'Neill Plaza | Register

Homecoming Tailgate sponsored by Student Affairs
5:00 pm | Outside of the Commonwealth Garage

BC Football Game vs Louisville

7:30 pm | Chestnut Hill
Newton, MA

Saturday, October 26

Women's Hockey vs Clarkson
2:00 pm | Chestnut Hill, Mass.

Men's Hockey vs Western Michigan
7:00 pm | Chestnut Hill, MA

Men's Soccer vs Stony Brook
7:00 pm | Newton, MA

BC bOp!'s Annual Live at the Cabaret Room
6:00 pm | Vandy Cab Room

Rookie Showcase
Doors Open at 6:30 pm | MAC Courts | Tickets
Presented by our student organization, Sexual Chocolate, this dance exhibition is an opportunity for our performance organizations to show their talent and school spirit!

 

Meet our 2024 Homecoming Court!

Each year,  BC seniors who best embody the mission, spirit, and values of Boston College are selected by a panel of University alumni, staff, faculty, and administrators. View the 2024 nominees below.
 

2024 Homecoming Court

Audrey Berger
Audrey Berger
MCAS, Biology
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Audrey Berger

Audrey Berger

MCAS, Biology

Audrey is enrolled in the Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences majoring in Biology. During her time at BC, Audrey serves as a section leader for the BC Marching Band, an Executive Board member for the BC Pep Band, and the Vice President of BC On Tap. She also works as a TA in the Biology Department for Professor Olins. Audrey’s favorite BC tradition is the freshman class photo during Welcome Week. She loves seeing the entire freshman class come together for the first time, creating a fun photo to look back on!

Nyla Boler
Nyla Boler
CSON, Nursing
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Nyla Boler

Nyla Boler

CSON, Nursing

Nyla is enrolled in the Connell School of Nursing majoring in Nursing and minoring in Managing Social Impact. Nyla is a member of Keys to Inclusive Leadership in Nursing serving as a Peer mentor, Massachusetts Student Nursing Association as Treasurer and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. Nyla’s favorite BC tradition is Mile 21. Nyla enjoys this tradition because the pride and support shown by BC students is remarkable. It is a reminder that there is a whole community supporting you at all times.

Dylan Carollo
Dylan Carollo
CSOM, Management, Concentrating in Finance and Entrepreneurship
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Dylan Carollo

Dylan Carollo

CSOM, Management, Concentrating in Finance and Entrepreneurship

Dylan is a student in the Carroll School of Management, concentrating in Finance and Entrepreneurship. Producing the Discover Boston College podcast, he brings the best of BC to listeners by highlighting campus life and traditions. One of Dylan's favorite BC traditions is the Red Bandana football game, which he values as a meaningful moment for the BC Community to reflect on what Boston College represents — extending beyond the Heights.

Katherine Garrigan
Katherine Garrigan
MCAS, Economics, Minor in Managing for Social Impact and the Public Good
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Katherine Garrigan

Katherine Garrigan

MCAS, Economics, Minor in Managing for Social Impact and the Public Good

Katie is enrolled in the Morrisey College of Arts and Sciences studying Economics with a minor in Managing for Social Impact and the Public Good in the Carroll School of Management. Katie serves as the Vice President of the Undergraduate Government of Boston College and student director for the Jenks Leadership Program, in addition to working at the Margot Connell Recreation Center. Katie's favorite tradition is Marathon Monday because it unites the Boston College community in a shared celebration, supporting both the runners and the meaningful causes they champion.

Aidan Mackey
Aidan Mackey
CSON, Nursing
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Aidan Mackey

Aidan Mackey

CSON, Nursing

Aidan is a senior in the Connell School of Nursing majoring in Nursing. Aidan is the head manager and practice player for the BC Women's Basketball Program and is the volunteer coordinator for Camp Kesem Chestnut Hill. Aidan's favorite day on campus is Marathon Monday because he feels the comradery amongst the BC students and with the City of Boston to be at its strongest. Seeing our vibrancy as a community while supporting the marathon runners is what Aidan believes makes this so special.

Brendan Mahoney
Brendan Mahoney
MCAS, History Major, English Minor
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Brendan Mahoney

Brendan Mahoney

MCAS, History Major, English Minor

Brendan is enrolled in the Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences majoring in History with a minor in English. Brendan is a member of the Boston College Best Buddies E-Board and is the color commentator for WZBC Sports Radio's hockey broadcasts. Brendan's favorite Boston College tradition is Marathon Monday. He loves the opportunity to come together with others in the Boston College community to cheer on the runners!

 

Levi Ngabirano
Levi Ngabirano
CSOM, Management, Concentration in Finance and Operations Management
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Levi Ngabirano

Levi Ngabirano

CSOM, Management, Concentration in Finance and Operations Management

Levi is enrolled in the Carroll School of Management, with a co-concentration in Finance and Operations Management. He serves as the president of Sexual Chocolate, Boston College's all-male step team. Levi's favorite BC tradition is the Rookie Showcase, which introduces the new members and talents of BC's 17 dance teams. For hundreds of dancers, it's their official welcome into BC’s vibrant dance community—a moment where the hard work and passion of each team are on full display.

Isabelle Nikkhoo
Isabelle Nikkhoo
MCAS, Neuroscience, B.S. Minor- Biology
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Isabelle Nikkhoo

Isabelle Nikkhoo

MCAS, Neuroscience, B.S. Minor- Biology

Isabelle is a senior enrolled in the Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences and is studying Neuroscience and Biology on the pre-medical track. During her time at BC, Isabelle serves as a Kairos Co-Director and has been a teaching assistant for Professor Michalczyk’s Courage to Know class. Isabelle’s favorite Boston College tradition is the Red Bandana football game because students and families are unified through football and honor Welles Crowther!

Sarah Rembecki
Sarah Rembecki
CSOM, MCAS. Political Science and Management
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Sarah Rembecki

Sarah Rembecki

CSOM, MCAS. Political Science and Management

From the moment Sarah stepped on campus as a girl from Missouri, she set out to get involved. Sarah is a double major in Political Science and Accounting, and is an active member in the Liturgy Arts Group, the Anime Club, and BC Bells. Additionally, she loves attending events led by QLC, BC bOp!, Full Swing, Art Club, MakeBC, and so many others. For Sarah, BC feels the most alive during the Tree Lighting Ceremony, where everyone comes together for a brief moment to sing songs, drink hot chocolate, and make wishes for next year as the lights come on and the semester winds to a close. If you ever want to start a conversation, find the frog hat on campus and say hi, she loves meeting new people!

Malik Robinson
Malik Robinson
MCAS, Environmental Studies, May 2025 Concentration Environmental Entrepreneurship, Minor Biology
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Malik Robinson

Malik Robinson

MCAS, Environmental Studies, May 2025 Concentration Environmental Entrepreneurship, Minor Biology

Malik is a Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences student studying Environmental Studies with a minor in Biology. Malik is a captain of Fuego Del Corazon Latin Dance team and serves as president of Boston College's Questbridge chapter. Malik prides himself on his involvement across campus in multiple different communities, including music groups , mentoring roles, and campus jobs . Malik's favorite aspect about BC is the communal support the student body shows for each other living out the motto men and women for others.

Peter Swindal
Peter Swindal
MCAS, Political Science and Philosophy
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Peter Swindal

Peter Swindal

MCAS, Political Science and Philosophy

Peter is enrolled in the Morrisey College of Arts and Sciences majoring in Philosophy and Political Science with a minor in Theology. Peter is a member of the University Chorale, UGBC, and the John Marshall Project, and is also deeply involved in Campus Ministry activities like Sons of St. Patrick, Appa, and Arrupe. His favorite BC tradition is the 8 PM St. Ignatius Sunday Mass, as it is an opportunity for the whole of the BC community to come together and express their faith.

Carson Zanella
Carson Zanella
CSOM, Management, Concentration in Marketing, Minor in Philosophy
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Carson Zanella

Carson Zanella

CSOM, Management, Concentration in Marketing, Minor in Philosophy

Carson is enrolled in the Carroll School of Management with a concentration in Marketing and a Minor in Philosophy. She is also on the Varsity Women's Hockey Team and serves as a notetaker for disability services in one of her Marketing concentration classes. Carson's favorite BC tradition is the Red Bandana Game because it honors the bravery and selflessness of Welles Crowther, a true American hero. She believes this event brings the BC community together in carrying forward Welles Crowther's legacy of courage and service.

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