Legacy at the Heights: Annie Quinn '26

In this episode of Discover Boston College's Legacy at the Heights series, George Kaparis ’27 sits down with Annie Quinn ’26, Director of Student Initiatives in UGBC, to reflect on her journey at Boston College and the experiences that shaped her along the way. Annie shares her involvement across campus, including UGBC and BC BIGS, and how those roles helped her find purpose through connection, leadership, and service. She speaks about the importance of choosing depth over breadth in college and how Campus Ministry and her leadership roles became formative parts of her experience. Annie also reflects on the people, faculty support, and moments that made BC special, while highlighting the impact she hopes to leave through mental health initiatives and Red Bandanna postcards. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on community, growth, and being fully present in the moments that define the Boston College experience. 0:00 | Welcome to Discover Boston College with George Kaparis ’27. 0:18 | Introduction to Annie Quinn ’26, Director of Student Initiatives in UGBC. 1:02 | Annie’s involvement at BC — UGBC, BC BIGS, and more. 2:18 | “You’re always meant to be where you end up.” 2:39 | “College feels a lot more like depth over breadth…and that I have found a lot more meaning in.” 3:34 | Formative experiences: Campus Ministry and becoming a director in UGBC. 6:43 | Reflecting back on her BC experience — what Annie will miss most. 7:13 | “The magic of the people you just meet.” 8:48 | Faculty support and mentorship at Boston College. 9:34 | Annie’s hopes for her legacy: from mental health initiatives to Red Bandanna postcards. 12:12 | Annie’s advice for current students. 12:29 | “There are so many resources on this campus…take advantage of everything that BC has.” 13:43 | “Try to live in the moment…be where your feet are.” 14:38 | 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 bcsa@bc.edu.