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Legacy at the Heights: Billy Peters '26
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Legacy at the Heights: Billy Peters '26

In this episode of Discover Boston College, George Kaparis ’27 sits down with Billy Peters ’26, a driven student double majoring in Economics and Psychology with a minor in Management and Leadership. Billy shares how his time in the Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) shaped his growth, community, and leadership style. From becoming a facilitator to helping future students find their path, Billy reflects on his journey of building connections, embracing mentorship, and creating a meaningful legacy at BC. Tune in for insights on personal growth, campus involvement, and finding happiness in the everyday moments that define the Boston College experience.

Discover Boston College · George Kaparis, Billy Peters

October 22, 202512m 29s

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In this episode of Discover Boston College, George Kaparis ’27 sits down with Billy Peters ’26, a driven student double majoring in Economics and Psychology with a minor in Management and Leadership. Billy shares how his time in the Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) shaped his growth, community, and leadership style. From becoming a facilitator to helping future students find their path, Billy reflects on his journey of building connections, embracing mentorship, and creating a meaningful legacy at BC. Tune in for insights on personal growth, campus involvement, and finding happiness in the everyday moments that define the Boston College experience.

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

0:18 | Meet Billy Peters ’26 — majors, minor, and campus roles.

1:03 | What was Billy’s involvement at BC?

2:02 | How becoming an ELP facilitator changed his role.

2:47 | How Billy wants to expand ELP for upperclassmen.

3:40 | What Billy will miss most about BC — the little moments.

5:38 | Small acts of kindness on campus.

6:04 | How Billy would like to be remembered at Boston College.

7:33 | Story: the tour guide who helped shape Billy's decision to come to BC.

8:35 | How Billy plans to carry BC values into post-grad life.

10:13 | What advice Billy would give his freshman-year self.

11:31 | Final reflection — finding happiness and doing what you love.

12:06 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College!

 

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