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Chestnut Hill, Mass. bc.edu Joined October 2008

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Generations of Eagles have likely noticed the pedestal sundial that stands waist-high on the grassy lawn outside Bapst Library. What they may not know is the story behind it. Now a newly installed plaque explains how the sundial ended up at the Heights. on.bc.edu/MurphySundial

A bronze plaque set in stone, surrounded by grass, reads: "This sundial carved and donated to Boston College in 1933 by David J. Murphy, father of John J. Murphy '35.

At center, David Murphy, son of John J. Murphy, and his wife, Susan Murphy, stand with the sundial, which is now located in front of Bapst Library. They are flanked by two of their grandsons: Joseph Sarabian, at left, and Joseph Ryan.

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Theological ethics doctoral student Sarah G. Hansman '18's essay, adapted from a paper she presented at the "Law, Conscience, and Migration Today" conference held at BC earlier this year, was selected as @americamag's cover story.
bit.ly/Hansman_Americ…

www.americamagazine.org Many U.S. Catholics hold anti-migrant views. How can the church change their hearts and minds? Studies show that the more religious you are, the more likely you are to hold negative views toward migration. This is a challenge to the Catholic Church—but also an opportunity.

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There may be ways in which AI can help religious communities manage practical responsibilities without interfering in their life of prayer, Philosophy Professor of the Practice Fr. Philip Larrey tells @VaticanNews.
bit.ly/Larrey_VN1026

www.vaticannews.va Fr. Philip Larrey: Monastic Life could benefit from proper use of AI - Vatican News Fr. Philip Larrey, Ph.D., speaks to Vatican News about the 'Cloistered Monasteries in the Age of Artificial Intelligence' event underway in Rome, ...

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Smitha Rao Ph.D. ’21 received @BCSSW’s Distinguished Recent Alumni Award as she works to ensure communities affected by environmental challenges have a voice. Q&A ➡️ on.bc.edu/SmithaRao

Two people stand together smiling in front of a "Boston College School of Social Work" banner. One holds an award. Both wear dark clothing, with one in a red scarf. A vase with flowers is in the background.

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Happy Friday, especially to @BCFieldHockey playing in @theACC Championship today! 🏑

The Eagles are taking on Syracuse at 3 PM. Watch on the ACC Network.
Let's go, Eagles! 🦅

A sports team is joyfully celebrating near a large sign that reads "ACC Champions." They're wearing matching athletic uniforms with "Eagles" printed on them. A green field hockey pitch is visible in the background. Faces are expressive and enthusiastic.