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The Daily Free Press

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Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

BU research impacted by Trump climate rollbacks, organizations carry on

By Emma Mullay March 6, 2025
While President Donald Trump has enacted mass rollbacks on climate policy at the federal level, Boston University’s climate research programs and sustainability groups have continued to educate and advocate.
Members of Boston University Students for Justice in Palestine at Marsh Plaza Wednesday. The rally, attended by approximately thirty people, began at Marsh Plaza and moved to the John & Kathryn Silber Administrative Center, where several BU police officers attempted to block participants from entering. JOSIE KALBFLEISCH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

SJP holds rally in front of administrative offices

By Truman Dickerson, City Co-Editor March 5, 2025
"Emergency rally" held by Students for Justice in Palestine outside Boston University administrative offices Wednesday.
Boston University Professor Aaron Kopp. This past Sunday, Kopp attended the 97th Oscars award ceremony for his nominated short film “Anuja.” COURTESY OF AARON KOPP

BU professor’s short film nominated for Oscar, shines spotlight on FTV

By Avery Fox March 5, 2025
Boston University professor Aaron Kopp's short film "Anuja" was nomnated for an Oscar.
Nathan Philips, a professor in the College of Arts and Sciences Department of Earth and Environment. The professor held an individual demonstration at Marsh Plaza Wednesday in response to President Donald Trump’s Truth Social post Tuesday threatening the expulsion or imprisonment of university community members who commit “illegal protests.” PHOTO BY PHOEBE MILLER

BU professor, alum stand against Trump statements on protesting, federal funding cuts

By Phoebe Miller March 5, 2025
Boston University Professor Nathan Phillips stood at the base of the Martin Luther King Jr. statue at Marsh Plaza Wednesday morning holding a cardboard sign protesting the Trump administration.
Wicked Dog Apparel at 710 Commonwealth Ave. The store opened its new location Wednesday, bringing everyday essentials and matching outfits for humans and dogs to the center of Boston University’s campus. JERRY SHI/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Wicked Dog Apparel opens new location in the heart of BU’s campus

By Samantha Genzer, Managing Co-Editor March 5, 2025
Bodega, and human and dog clothing store, opens on Boston University's central campus.
Boston City Hall. The Boston City Council passed resolutions supporting immigrant’s rights legislation and extending greetings to the Muslim community during Ramadan during its Wednesday meeting. AVA RUBIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

City Council passes resolutions supporting immigrant rights, extends Ramadan greetings

By Veronica Hernandez March 5, 2025
The Boston City Council passed resolutions supporting immigrant’s rights legislation and extended greetings for Ramadan to the Muslim community during its Wednesday meeting at City Hall Plaza.
Boston University Student Body President Akwasi Antwi speaks at a BU Student Government meeting Oct. 21. The Student Government approved funding for multiple student organizations on campus and voted to endorse a new training program. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

StuGov approves funding requests for 4 student organizations

By José Quintero March 4, 2025
Boston University Student Government approved funding requests for four student organizations during its Monday meeting.
Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies. New construction on the building is on track to break ground in the spring of 2026. AMEILA GIESE/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

New Pardee building set to begin construction spring 2026

By Charlie Johnson March 4, 2025
Construction of a new building for the Pardee School of Global Studies is on track to start construction spring 2026.
Boston University’s president Melissa L. Gilliam at her Inauguration. President Gilliam spoke to an audience of about 150 BU alumni, DC professionals, and Congress members during the BU in DC event, where she discussed the importance of advancing scientific research. KATE KOTLYAR/ DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

BU President Gilliam connects with students, alumni, government officials during DC trip

By Alina Fairlie March 4, 2025
Boston University President Melissa Gilliam visited Washington, D.C. Feb. 26 and spoke to an audience of around 150 BU alumni, government workers and members of Congress about the importance of advancing scientific research.
The Green Line T stop at Saint Mary’s Street. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Association announced Feb. 25 it had selected a contractor to begin implementation of the Green Line Train Protection System, MBTA spokesperson Maya Bingaman wrote in a statement to The Daily Free Press. ANH HUYNH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

New safety system for MBTA Green Line moves forward

By Charlie Johnson March 4, 2025
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Association announced Feb. 25 it selected a contractor to begin implementing the Green Line Train Protection System, MBTA spokesperson Maya Bingaman wrote in a statement to The Daily Free Press.
Vending machines in the Warren Towers dormitory. Mice, which are a recurring issue on Boston University’s campus, were found in a vending machine in the basement of CAS. TRACY LIU/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

If you give a mouse a cookie: Dead mouse found in CAS vending machine

By Avery Fox March 4, 2025
A dead mouse in a College of Arts and Sciences vending machine sparked discussion among students
A worker serves food in a Boston University dining hall. Boston University, the Islamic Society of BU and University Chaplains worked together to provide meals and on-campus prayer spaces for students during Ramadan. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

‘Building community and bringing people together’: Ramadan at BU

By Brie Foster March 4, 2025
Ramadan began Saturday, and Boston University is working with organizations on campus to ensure Muslim students can observe the religious holiday.
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