Ally Rooney ’21 shares how she became passionate about ceramics, and reflects on the journey of developing her skills and pursuing her passion throughout high school and college.

Established in 2002, the J. Robert Barth, S.J., Award for Excellence in the Arts is given each year at Commencement to a senior who has made an outstanding contribution to Boston College in the fine or performing arts, such as music, theater, dance, film or other visual media, throughout their college career.

Boston College’s annual Battle of the Bands and Singer/Songwriter competitions showcase the musical talent of students across the Boston College community. Since our Arts Festival is going virtual this year we have created this space to continue highlighting our student musicians.

Senior Ziyang Xiang reflects on his time and growth as an artist at BC as a Studio Art major.

Senior Gabriel Valle reflects on his time at Boston College as a member of the Chamber Music Society and University Orchestra.

Senior Dan Saillant reflects with us on his time in the Boston College Music community.

Junior Darius Russell Kish reflects on his journey as an artist, and how his analytical skills transfer into making brave new artistic leaps.

Senior Ariel Lynch reflects on her time in the arts at Boston College, and how she sees her studies in Applied Psychology influence her as an artistic collaborator.

Director, stage manager, singer, and more, Anabel Johnson reflects on her four years as a leader in the arts at Boston College.

Senior Meg Ellis reflects on her journey as an artist through her involvement with the theatre community, as well as her perspective on creative collaboration.

Designer, actress, and singer, Senior Marissa Caraballo reflects on her time in the arts at Boston College.

Junior Nico Borbolla reflects on his time in the arts, as well his hopes for the future of Gusto, the first food journal at Boston College.

Senior Conor Ancharski reflects on his four years at Boston College, and how his studies as a Music major have influenced his passion for music direction and theatre.