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The Boston University Police Department at 32 Harry Agganis Way. This week’s crime logs include larceny, a stolen motor vehicle and an intoxicated person.

Campus Crime Logs: Oct. 13-17

By Veronica Hernandez October 20, 2025

The following reports were taken from the Boston University Police Department’s crime logs from Oct. 13 to Oct. 17.  Theft by false pretenses at 195 Bay State Road Between 11:01 a.m. Oct....

Members of the Boston University College Democrats executive board with Councilor Marvin Mathelier, Council President Ruthzee Louijeune and Councilor Liz Breado. BUCD held a panel discussion with the three council members on Wednesday to discuss student activism in the city. COURTESY OF BU COLLEGE DEMOCRATS

BU College Democrats City Council Forum reminds students to stay involved locally

By Elena Pejic October 19, 2025

Boston University College Democrats held a City Council Candidate Forum Wednesday, in which three Boston City Councilors encouraged students to get involved with local government politics. Held...

Two individuals enter the Boston University School of Law on Central Campus. In response to a decision made by the Supreme Court to cut diversity, equity and inclusion grants, educators across the state testified before the Massachusetts Joint Committee to discuss next steps for higher education.

BU professor, diversity experts testify against federal DEI losses

By Olivia Ruzic October 16, 2025

Teachers and diversity experts testified before the Massachusetts Joint Committee Tuesday to discuss the effects of recent federal proceedings on diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education and...

Boston University’s Agganis Arena in West Campus. The BU Athletic Department announced a plan to increase the number of hockey games students must attend to receive a free jersey.

BU Athletics increases hockey game count for free jersey promotion

By Cornelia Nisbet October 16, 2025

The Boston University Athletics Department doubled the number of home hockey games students must attend during the 2025-26 season to receive a free jersey. Students now must attend 16 home games...

A student viewing the “Act With Consent” Instagram post from Boston University’s Survivor Advocacy Response and Prevention Center. Along with SARP, the campaign is a combined initiative with  BU Campus Survivors, It’s on Us and 16K Strong.

‘Act With Consent’ campaign promotes consent culture on campus

By Sara Creato October 15, 2025

Boston University’s “Act with Consent” campaign launched this semester to challenge misconceptions about sexual consent among students.  The campaign is a collaboration between the Campus...

McCausland Commons in the Boston University School of Law building. The cafe has been closed and replaced with a new Micro Market that offers a variety of snacks and drinks.

BU installs Micro Markets, Medi Cubes around campus to expand vending options

By Cornelia Nisbet October 15, 2025

Boston University opened 18 new Micro Markets and five Medi Cubes across campus this semester, allowing students to purchase necessities through cashierless payment.  Students scan and pay for...

The Boston University class registration information page, detailing the schedule for students during the upcoming Spring 2026 registration system. Class registration will open on Friday mornings instead of Sunday mornings.

BU registration changes to Friday, students respond

By Olivia Santos October 14, 2025

Boston University’s Office of the University Registrar announced Oct. 6 that class registration  will open on Friday mornings instead of Sunday mornings starting for the Spring 2025 semester. Seniors...

The Boston University Police Department at 32 Harry Agganis Way. This week’s crime logs include several reports of larceny and an attempt to commit a crime with the possession of a burglarious instrument at the Questrom School of Business.

Campus Crime Logs: Oct. 5-12

By Evie Wood October 14, 2025

The following reports were taken from the Boston University Police Department’s crime logs from Oct. 5 to Oct. 12. Attempted crime at 595 Commonwealth Ave. At 11:21 p.m. on Oct. 6, a caller...

Students gather at Marsh Plaza to mourn the Palestinians who lost their lives in the Israel-Hamas War. The vigil was held on Wednesday and was hosted by several Boston University groups including the BU Palestine Student Association.

Vigil held in Marsh Plaza in honor of Palestine

By Mariano Fuentes October 9, 2025

Boston University's Marsh Plaza transformed into a vigil honoring the Palestinian lives lost in the Israel-Hamas War Wednesday. The gathering included prayers, speeches and an open mic for attendees...

The first floor of the Boston University College of Communications wall adorned with photos by alumni. COM recently introduced Branded Content, a 4+1 accelerated master's program for students interested in combining aspects from the majors advertising, public relations and film and television.

BU introduces new COM major for next fall: Branded Content

By Daniela Ginsburg October 9, 2025

In Fall 2026, Boston University’s College of Communication is introducing Branded Content, a five-year accelerated master's program incorporating elements of advertising, public relations and film and...

An article from BU’s School of Public Health about Professor Prasad Patil. Professor Patil was a guest on Jeopardy for two episodes and won over $35,000.

BU professor wins lifetime goal: first place in ‘Jeopardy!’

By Nolan O’Keefe October 8, 2025

For Boston University professor Prasad Patil, well versed in all things trivia, his “Jeopardy!” training consisted of improving his reaction time — it’s all about who gets to the buzzer first. Patil,...

“Choose to Reuse” bin in the George Sherman Union at Boston University. The initiative was launched in early 2023, where students are given reusable to-go containers, which are placed in the bin after use.

‘Choose to Reuse’ continues toward sustainability efforts despite removing return bins

By Aarna Bhammar October 8, 2025

Boston University’s “Choose to Reuse” program, a reusable to-go container system, eliminated three return bin locations on campus.  The closures of Bay State Underground, Late Nite at West...

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