Archive for ‘September, 2007’

Groups question extent of MIT divestment

Despite the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s statement earlier this year that it will divest from companies that have business dealings with the Sudanese government, critics have said that statement lacks necessary teeth, raising questions about Boston University’s investment policies.

Summer marked by tragedies, new beginnings

The body of a BU employee was recovered in the Charles River about two hours after a witness reported seeing it fall from the BU Bridge on July 26. The Cambridge Fire Department arrived at the scene five minutes after the incident was reported. Dean of Students Kenneth Elmore confirmed the body was that of a longtime Facilities Management employee. The body of a BU employee was recovered in the Charles River about two hours after a witness reported seeing it fall from the BU Bridge on July 26. The Cambridge Fire Department arrived at the scene five minutes after the incident was reported.

UNI replacement still not in sight

A committee has yet to be formed to plan the school-wide honors program set to replace the University Professors Program, almost six weeks after Boston University President Robert Brown announced the college would be cut from the school in a letter to its students.

The best of both worlds

As the fast-paced college life begins for more than 4,000 freshmen, the Class of 2011 may feel overwhelmed about finding the best spots at Boston University all at once. Where is the best place to study? Where is the best place to eat? What is the best way to get involved in campus life? Incoming freshmen will learn for themselves soon, but here is a handy cheat sheet from the veterans who have been through it all.