Episode Details

Boston College’s all-women step team, F.I.S.T.S. (Females Incorporating Sisterhood Through Step), turns movement into mentorship. In this episode George Kaparis ’27 sits down with F.I.S.T.S. president Mandy Correia ’26 to unpack how stepping builds a tight-knit sisterhood, fuels community service, and shapes student leaders. Hear about traditions like Fistmas, the team’s service missions, and an upcoming Hair Show that highlights culture and community — plus practical ways to get involved. This episode is a portrait of how performance and purpose come together on the Heights.

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

0:18 | Introducing Mandy Correia ’26, president of F.I.S.T.S.

0:40 | What is F.I.S.T.S.? — Definition and the three pillars: sisterhood, step, service.

1:22 | What makes F.I.S.T.S. unique on campus? — The all-women identity, mentorship, and community outreach.

2:32 | Leading F.I.S.T.S. — Mandy’s favorite parts of being president and team traditions.

3:17 | Fistmas highlights — Secret Santa, meaningful gifts, and team bonding.

3:38 | How F.I.S.T.S. shaped Mandy’s BC experience — identity, confidence, and finding home on campus.

4:51 | Upcoming events & how to stay connected — Third annual Hair Show (Jan 31), service activities, Instagram.

5:27 | Thank you for tuning into this episode of Discover Boston College!

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