ASL-Interpreted Spotlight Tour
Join an ASL-interpreted spotlight tour at Harvard Art Museums, exploring highlights from In the Blink of an Eye. Led by Jade Xiao ’27, this accessible indoor tour offers insightful commentary in ASL and a vivid look at the museum’s collection.
The Best Flippin' TCG Show Boston
The Best Flippin' TCG Show Boston is a bustling trading-card game convention at the Hynes Convention Center where traders, collectors, and players buy, sell, and trade rare cards. Attendees can explore vendors, participate in demos, and enjoy a family-friendly, community-driven gaming weekend in downtown Boston.
Beach Campfire & Hot Chocolate
An informal outdoor gathering on the Boston University campus featuring a beach-style campfire and hot chocolate. A cozy, family-friendly evening to mingle with friends and fellow students under the open sky, enjoy cocoa, and relax around the fire.
Zebbler presents: Hypnothesis 5
Boston electronic music event: Zebbler presents Hypnothesis 5 at Sonia. An 18+ club-night with doors at 7 PM, advance $22 and day-of $30; Berklee/MassArt students with ID may enter free. No vaping. DINE and SKIP the line. Immersive, high-energy electronic performance in an intimate venue.
[CONNEXT WEEKEND] Sunday Morning Goodbye Brunch
Relax with your classmates after Connext at a Sunday brunch hosted in the Harvard Innovation Labs. A casual, sociable event with light bites and conversations among students and professionals in a modern campus tech hub.
David Ryan in conversation w/ Rick Moody
David Ryan joins Rick Moody for a candid author conversation at Newtonville Books in Boston. The pair discuss contemporary fiction, share insights from their work, and invite audience questions in a lively literary evening.
End of Semester Pizza and Yard Games | Woods for Others Program
Woods students gather for pizza, reflection, and light yard games as exam season begins, organized by the Woods for Others program in St. Mary's Hall. Expect casual campus camaraderie, relaxed vibes, and a friendly break before finals.
BPYO: Harbison/Gershwin/Copland
BPYO brings Harbison, Gershwin, and Copland to life on a single evening at Symphony Hall. The program pairs contemporary American works with beloved classics, showcasing young musicians in a grand, acoustically rich venue and delivering expressive, professional performances.
Study Day until 4 p.m.
Boston College announces a Study Day on May 4, 2026: undergraduate day students have no classes or exams until 4 p.m., with final exams beginning at 4 p.m. for undergraduate day students only. This campus note affects schedules and study plans for the afternoon on Chestnut Hill.
MLS Exams
MLS exams take place on the Boston College campus from May 4 to May 8. A focused academic week of assessments held indoors around campus classrooms and exam halls in Chestnut Hill.
Lecture: Ken Gillingham (Yale) on Climate Economics
Economist Ken Gillingham of Yale University delivers a public lecture on climate economics and energy policy at Boston College. The talk examines economic challenges and policy options for decarbonization, offering insights for researchers, policymakers, and students.
Lecture: Professor Xiang Li (Hong Kong University)
A scholarly lecture at Boston College's Merkert Chemistry Center featuring Professor Xiang Li of Hong Kong University. The talk presents a concise overview of current chemical research topics and their potential academic and industrial impact, ideal for students and professionals.
Term Examinations (no exams on Sunday)
Spring term examinations at Boston College on May 5, 2026. A campus-wide assessment day with the rule that no exams are held on Sundays, reflecting the university's structured term schedule and focus on student assessment across academic departments.
BC 101: University Advancement
Join Beth Thompson, VP for Development, for BC 101: University Advancement. This session explains the division’s mission, including the Boston College Alumni Association and fundraising units, and explores how alumni engagement intersects with students, faculty, and staff across the university.
MIT Initiative for New Manufacturing - Manufacturing Week
MIT's Initiative for New Manufacturing hosts Manufacturing Week 2026, a three-day conference at MIT Professional Education in Boston exploring financing, workforce development, and AI deployment across modern production systems.
Starting Your Own Firm: A Practical Guide to Solo & Small Firm Success
Boston University presents a practical lecture for aspiring solo and small-firm practitioners, covering business planning, client development, pricing, and daily operations. Learn actionable strategies and real-world case examples to launch and grow a durable practice.
Music and Meaning in the Works of David Bowie
Berklee students in Music and Meaning perform David Bowie selections at the Berklee Performance Center, exploring themes of mortality, fate vs free will, and the supernatural in a free evening concert.
Black Dandies and the Birth of American Minstrelsy
Hybrid seminar at the Massachusetts Historical Society exploring how Edward Williams Clay’s satirical prints helped forge the Black dandy and shape early American minstrelsy. The event is free with an in-person reception at 4:30 PM, and attendees may register to attend in person or online.
UMich Medical School Postdoc Preview 2026
An information session for prospective postdocs highlighting medical-school research tracks, postdoc opportunities, and career pathways. Hosted at Boston University as part of the UMich Medical School Postdoc Preview 2026, featuring program overviews and a Q&A with faculty.
Human-Centered AI in Engineering, Health & Education
Boston College hosts a technology-forward lecture on human-centered AI across engineering, health, and education. Explore how AI supports ultrasound imaging and clinical decision making, and hear about ethical considerations and education design that align AI with real-world needs.
Open Mic - Kickoff Celebration at Copley
Kick off a Boston concert series with an open mic night at Copley Square. The event invites local performers, including a featured Berklee artist, to take the stage in a casual downtown setting. Spectators can enjoy varied acts for free under the evening sky.
Lewis Wang Dissertation Defense
Join the formal dissertation defense of Lewis Wang at Boston University. On May 7, 2026, the PhD candidate presents his research before the dissertation committee, followed by a Q&A. An important scholarly milestone in a traditional university setting that showcases rigorous methodology and original contributions.
Macroeconomics and Financial Economics Seminar: Christoph Grosse Steffen, Banque de France
Boston College hosts the Macroeconomics and Financial Economics Seminar featuring Christoph Grosse Steffen (Banque de France) on 'Global Sectoral Supply Shocks, Inflation, and Monetary Policy.' The talk, in Maloney Hall Room 313, explores how sector shocks shape inflation and policy across economies.
Elizabeth Strout: The Things We Never Say
Elizabeth Strout discusses her novel The Things We Never Say at the Brattle Theatre, in a reading presented by Harvard Book Store. The evening blends a live reading with insights into Strout's latest work, followed by a Q&A that invites audiences to dive into contemporary literary fiction in a Cambridge setting.
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