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The Boston University College of Fine Arts at 855 Commonwealth Ave. CFA is welcoming five new faculty members for the 2023-2024 academic year. LIBBY MCLELLAND/DFP FILE

Five new professors bring ideals of interdisciplinary study and community engagement to the College of Fine Arts

By Eliza Lamont September 21, 2023
It's a “wonderful, full circle, life-affirming experience,” said Alison Trainer of returning to her alma mater, the College of Fine Arts, as a faculty member, along with four more new hires.
The Glorious Sons playing at Paradise Rock Club in Boston. The band is rebuilding an American audience after COVID-19. DAISY LEVINE/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

‘A Funny Thing Happened’ to The Glorious Sons in 2020 — now they’re back on track

By Daisy Levine September 19, 2023
“This band loves Boston a lot,” said Brett Emmons, lead singer of The Glorious Sons, who brought their Glory tour to Paradise Rock Club on Sept. 14.
Protestor displays a sign at an anti-gun violence rally on Boston Common in February. A new chapter of Students Demand Action opened at Boston University this semester. MADI KOESLER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

BU’s new SDA chapter continues past gun violence prevention efforts on campus, with new strategy

By Brenda Gonzalez September 19, 2023
BU's new branch of Students Demand Action, a national organization advocating against gun violence, held its first event this Sunday.
keshi concert

From Allston parties to downtown clubs, students reflect on Boston nightlife scene for all ages

By Emily Wyrwa September 19, 2023
Boston University students, both over and under 21, discuss their experiences with nightlife in the city.
Tove Lo performing at the Roadrunner on Tuesday, Sept 12. Tove Lo released her latest album “Dirt Femme” on Oct. 14. ELLIE STEVENS/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

REVIEW: Tove Lo brings a sparkly grunge-pop performance to Roadrunner

By Ellie Stevens September 17, 2023
Grammy-nominated singer Tove Lo performed her top hits such as "Habits(Stay High)" and "Talking Body," at Roadrunner as part of the tour for her latest album, “Dirt Femme."
District 8’s City councilor for Sharon Durkan

Meet Sharon Durkan, District 8’s newest city councilor

By Braedon Blumfield September 13, 2023
From growing up in a small and overwhelmingly conservative town in northern Georgia to being the finance director for Sen. Ed Markey, recently-elected District 8 City Councilor Sharon Durkan has always had an interest in politics.
Student entrepreneur grows vintage fashion business with BUild Lab

Student entrepreneur grows vintage fashion business with BUild Lab

This story was written by a high school student in collaboration with Boston University’s Summer Journalism Institute. It has been edited by a BUSJI instructor, and fact checked and edited by Daily Free...

The Boston University men’s ice hockey team during the Beanpot consolation game on Feb. 13, 2023. Hockey season starts back up in the fall. HUI-EN LIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Old and new hockey fans reflect on community experience

By faithfronduto June 8, 2023
For some, being a fan of Boston University hockey means a whole lot more than just cheering on their Terriers. It's a way of life and something that ties you to every other diehard fan that's ever stepped foot in Agganis Arena.
Students crowd Nickerson Field during SPLASH, Boston University’s bi-annual club fair. Thousands of students attend the fair each year to browse more than 400 organizations. HUI-EN LIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Diving into Splash: a guide for navigating the September club fair

By Lindsay Shachnow June 2, 2023
Splash, Boston University's first club fair of the year, is coming to Nickerson Field this September. From political groups to cultural groups, there are 450 diverse student organizations at BU.
The Goodwill store in West Campus. Since 2009, BU has partnered with Goodwill for the “Goodwill, Not Landfill” program, diverting otherwise reusable things away from landfills. LYNN ASARE-BEDIAKO/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

If you’re looking to live city life sustainably, check out these eco-friendly businesses around BU

By Mara Mellits, Editor-in-Chief June 2, 2023
"Every little bit we do contributes to not just our bodies, but the planet that we all share as well," said Live Alive Cafe CEO Bryan Timko. Live Alive is one of the many businesses around BU's campus that promote sustainable city-life.
The BU Castle. The building was used as a set by the movies “21,” “Ghostbusters” (2016), and “Mr. Church.” FRANCHESCA VIAUD/ DFP FILE

BU on Screen: Five movies filmed on (or near) BU’s campus

By Siena Griffin June 2, 2023
Over the years, filmmakers have chosen to use different parts of BU's campus as a set for a number of blockbuster movies, from the BU Castle to Fenway Campus.
The Boston University Study Abroad main website. BU offers many ways to expand learning beyond the classroom. ANDREW BURKE-STEVENSON/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Take advantage of your time at BU: three ways to learn beyond the classroom

By Caitlin Beal June 2, 2023
“No matter what, you’re going to learn so much about yourself,” said rising senior Aidan Walsh of her experience studying abroad in London, one of the many ways BU students are able to take their education to the next level.
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