Discover Boston College

Mission Moments: Finding Reflection in Everyday Life at BC

Episode Summary

In this episode of Discover Boston College, George Kaparis ’27 speaks with Megan Heckelman ’25, Student Affairs Administrator for Engagement and Formation, about the Mission Moments initiative. Megan shares how this movement invites students to pause in their busy days, reflect on questions of faith, joy, and love, and connect more deeply with themselves and the BC community. Learn how Mission Moments began, where you can find them on campus, and why these small opportunities for reflection can have a lasting impact.

Episode Notes

In this episode of Discover Boston College, George Kaparis ’27 speaks with Megan Heckelman ’25, Student Affairs Administrator for Engagement and Formation, about the Mission Moments initiative. Megan shares how this movement invites students to pause in their busy days, reflect on questions of faith, joy, and love, and connect more deeply with themselves and the BC community. Learn how Mission Moments began, where you can find them on campus, and why these small opportunities for reflection can have a lasting impact.

0:00 | Welcome to Discover Boston College with George Kaparis ’27!

0:18 | Introduction to Megan Heckelman ’25, BC’s Student Affairs Administrator for Engagement and Formation.

0:36 | George introduces himself and the Mission Moments conversation.

0:47 | What is the premise of Mission Moments?

1:38 | How did the idea for Mission Moments begin?

2:09 | What has the student response been like so far?

2:29 | What do you hope students take away from Mission Moments?

3:10 | When and where will Mission Moments be held throughout the semester?

3:37 | Will students get advance notice, or is it meant to be spontaneous?

4:02 | Closing reflections from Megan and George.

4:08 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College!