E235 - Community Connectors: Finding Mentors on the Heights

New to BC or feeling a little lost in the crowd? In this episode, host George Kaparis ’27 talks with Community Connectors Ellen Gallagher ’26 and Atticus Crothers ’26, alongside Professor Elizabeth Shlala, about a new student-led program designed to help undergraduates find mentors, build belonging, and navigate campus opportunities. Through personal stories — from study abroad serendipity to a freshman APA leader who stayed in touch for years — the conversation shows how small steps (office hours, a coffee ask, or a referral) can turn into lasting guidance, meaningful connections, and unexpected opportunities. Listen for practical tips on finding and sustaining mentor relationships, how facult...