Starting college can be a whirlwind of new faces, small dorms, and endless opportunities. In this episode, host George Kaparis ’27 chats with Sammy Oliveri ’27, a finance and accounting student, about navigating freshman year at Boston College. From surviving Upper Campus to building authentic friendships, Sammy shares real insights on balancing involvement, academics, and community life — all while learning to say “yes” to what truly matters. 0:00 | Welcome to Discover Boston College with George Kaparis ’27! 0:18 | Meet Sammy Oliveri '27 and his first-year living experience. 0:48 | What living on Upper Campus is really like. 1:33 | Navigating roommate dynamics and early friendships. 2:32 | Finding community through lounges and shared spaces. 3:16 | Tips for getting involved and staying organized. 4:13 | Saying “yes” — the key to meeting new people. 5:25 | Building smaller communities across campus. 7:23 | Advice to his freshman-year self. 8:32 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College ! Stay tuned for the latest updates on Discover Boston College , a Boston College Student Affairs and D100 Media podcast. Have an idea for this podcast? Text D100 Radio on Messages or email
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