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Boston University's Office of Research hosts "Research on Tap: Data Science for Racial Equity"

Experts examine how data science can promote racial equity

By Lindsay Shachnow December 2, 2021
Data science can "hold the powerful accountable," expert said.
From left to right: Judy Braha, Julie Leven, Micah Rosegrant and Jonathan Allen composed Monday’s cross-department panel on the topic of creative entrepreneurship and innovation between the arts and other industries. MOHAN GE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Creative entrepreneurship panel redefines innovation

By Ava Berger November 12, 2021
The panel aimed to include creatives in business and innovation discussions.
A person working on their laptop. Boston University’s Black Business Student Association organized a panel Thursday with two BU alumni to answer common questions students had about freelancing. COURTESY OF DANIEL THOMAS VIA UNSPLASH

BBSA invites BU alumni to share freelancing experiences

By Metta Santoso November 8, 2021
Photographer Hodan Hashi and journalist Jacquinn Sinclair joined BU BBSA.
A brainstorm board. Aspiring student entrepreneurs from Boston-area universities convened at the “Red Bull Basement – Entrepreneurship in Boston” event Oct. 16 to pitch and receive feedback on their project ideas from Cedar Capital founder and early-stage investor Taylor Grant. COURTESY OF PER LÖÖV VIA UNSPLASH

Boston student entrepreneurs pitch at Red Bull Basement entrepreneurship event

By Divya Sood October 27, 2021
Investor Taylor Grant spoke to Boston students about pitching start-ups and cultivating ideas.
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BU’s CleanTech on track to combat environmental harms through green tech

By Lindsay Shachnow October 14, 2021
The club is working on two sustainability initiatives — Rhett Rides and Light Switch.
BU UWE executive board

BU Undergraduate Women in Economics strives to create empowering space for students

By Claire Law October 13, 2021
President Erika Lee said UWE and their blog provide "a safe space for women, but also a brave one."
Michelle Wu and Annissa Essaibi George, the top two Boston mayoral candidates. The Daily Free Press examines both candidates' endorsement patterns as the city approaches the November general election. SOPHIE PARK AND SAMUELE PETRUCCELLI/ DFP FILE

Mayoral endorsements show Wu’s political connections, Essaibi George’s union support

By Madison Mercado October 8, 2021
Candidates Michelle Wu and Annissa Essaibi George vie for key endorsements in Boston mayoral race.
The College of Arts and Sciences. After two years of preparation, Boston University’s Center for Innovation in Social Sciences launched Sept. 1 with the aim of bolstering research and teaching for students and faculty alike. BRITTANY CHANG/ DFP FILE

Innovation center opens as an ‘intellectual home’ for BU social sciences community

By Emily Pauls October 7, 2021
The Center for Innovation in Social Sciences is a "community hub" for research and mentorship on campus.
The Asia Consulting Network profile on LinkedIn. The newly formed club aims to improve access to career resources for international students from Asia if they return to their home countries after graduation. ILLUSTRATION BY CONOR KELLEY/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

New Asia Consulting Network at BU aims to support job searches abroad

By Emily Pauls October 6, 2021
The ACN will host events next semester to promote BU as "target school" for international consulting firms.
From left to right: Hailey Hart-Thompson, Yasmin Morais and Fiona Whittington. The three are Boston University alumni recognized for their entrepreneurship by BostInno’s 25 Under 25. ILLUSTRATION BY CONOR KELLEY/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

TERRIERS IN BIZ: BostInno’s 25 Under 25 recognizes past BU Terriers

By Divya Sood October 6, 2021
Three BUild Lab alumni are featured by Boston Business Journal for their individual start-ups.
On Point presenting at WBUR CitySpace

Experts discuss Amazon’s role in the business world at WBUR CitySpace Event

By Daily Free Press Staff September 30, 2021
Former Amazon engineer and Seattle journalist join "On Point" host and editor discuss pros and cons of the corporation.
RESULT website

Massachusetts Attorney General, BU Spark!’s RESULT fight labor trafficking

By Divya Sood September 24, 2021
The website stands for "Recognize and Evaluate Signs to Uncover Labor Trafficking."
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