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Ericka Correia during the 70th Miss Taunton award ceremony. Correia was crowned Miss Taunton on Nov. 3. COURTESY OF KGARCIA PRODUCTIONS

BU student Ericka Correia wins fifth pageant title, aims to inspire beyond the crown

By Sana Muneer, Managing Co-Editor November 18, 2024
Ericka Correia, a junior at Boston University who now holds five local pageant titles, her most recent victory as Miss Taunton on Nov. 3 was the culmination of years of dedication — but it wasn’t always a part of her plan.

Things to do this week in Boston: Nov. 18-24

By Anna Albrecht, Arts & Community Editor November 17, 2024

Dungeons and Dragons Night at Trident Booksellers Monday, Nov. 18 from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Trident Booksellers & Cafe; 338 Newbury St., Boston Trident Booksellers and Cafe will host “a night of...

An attendee at the Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair looks at books in a display on Nov. 9. The 46th Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair, which was held last weekend, brought together worldwide book dealers, collectors and academics. MEGAN KWAN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

‘Athens of America’: Boston Antiquarian Book Fair showcases decades of rare finds

By Aayushi Datta November 14, 2024
The Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair brought together dealers, collectors and academics from around the globe to showcase its collection of books.

Things to do this week in Boston: Nov. 10-16

By Priyal Patel November 10, 2024

Make Miniatures in the Gallery Tuesday, Nov. 12 from 4 p.m.-7 p.m.; 855 Commonwealth Ave. BU students can create their own miniature room based on the art exhibit “1998: Works by Laurie Simmons.”...

Executive producer Sophia Falbo and anchors Jezelle Anim-Addo and Eloise Lushina (left to right) talking in between takes of BUTV’s “United We Vote” election show. Boston University student journalists covered the 2024 Presidential Election for student organizations including WTBU and BUTV. SIENA GLEASON/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

BU student journalists across mediums work tirelessly to bring election coverage to campus

By Hannah Portman November 7, 2024
In Studio West in the Boston University College of Communication, students assumed their respective positions on the anchor desk, behind the camera, in front of the teleprompter and at the control board. BU student journalists across varying mediums have poured hours of dedication into creating comprehensive, impartial news coverage for campus organizations of the 2024 Presidential Election on Nov. 5.
A person watches a TikTok posted by KamalaHQ. Many college students obtain information about politics and the election through social media. MEGAN KWAN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Content creation and casting votes: Social media affects students’ political perspectives this election

By Siena Griffin November 5, 2024
News clips, memes, footage of rallies and colorful infographics flooded social media in the months leading up to the 2024 Presidential Election on Nov. 5.
A voter casts their ballot at a ballot drop box by Boston City Hall on Sunday. Many college students are voting via mail-in ballot because they do not attend school in the state they are registered to vote in. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Mail-in ballot concerns influence BU students’ voting plans

By Anna Albrecht, Arts & Community Editor November 5, 2024
Somewhere along the way, fiery dinner table debates became fires in ballot drop boxes. Lines of eager voters stretching around corners became the buzz of busy phone lines. The visuals of voting have changed in recent elections.

Things to do this week in Boston: Nov. 4-10

By Sana Muneer, Managing Co-Editor November 4, 2024

Hooks & Books Tuesday, Nov. 5; from 7-9 p.m.; Trident Booksellers and Cafe, 338 Newbury St. Join fellow crafting enthusiasts at Trident Booksellers and Cafe’s Hooks and Books, a free, monthly occasion...

Students dance at a Diwali celebration at the Center for Computing and Data Sciences on Friday. Organizations around Boston, such as the State House and cultural clubs at universities, hosted Diwali celebrations, a five-day celebration observed by people of various Indian religions. SYDNEY ROTH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Diwali celebrations light up the Boston community

By Tavishi Chattopadhyay November 3, 2024
Community leaders and college campuses across Boston hosted Diwali events this past weekend to celebrate the holiday and promote cultural education.
The Boston University Concert Band performs at “Bands of the Beanpot” on Oct. 27. Bands of the Beanpot is an annual concert featuring performances by concert bands and wind ensembles from BU, Northeastern University, Harvard University and Boston College. PHOTO BY JACK SCHWED

The ‘Bands of the Beanpot’ harmonize beyond rivalry

By Jack Schwed October 31, 2024
When you think of the Beanpot, certain images may come to mind: sticks clashing, hockey players colliding and a cacophony of fans filling an arena. But, there is another Beanpot that flies under the radar — one that uses the power of music to unite rather than divide.
BU Bhangra performs at BU India Club’s Fall Show. The club hosted the event on Oct. 26 in the Tsai Performance Center, showcasing performances from several of BU’s Indian dance and a capella teams. PHOTO BY SANA MUNEER.

BU India Club honors culture, offers ‘home away from home’ at Fall Show

By Sana Muneer, Managing Co-Editor October 30, 2024
BU India Club hosted the Fall Show on Oct. 26 in the Tsai Performance Center. The event showcased performances from several of BU’s Indian dance teams and a cappella team. The event was the groups’ first opportunity to perform their competition sets in front of an audience.
Photographers Parker (left) and Moses (right) taking a picture of models Anthony Alava (left) and Selina Kagume (right) for Bayanihan magazine. The magazine is run by students from Boston University, Suffolk University and Northeastern University in collaboration with the BU Filipino Student Association. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

New Filipino student magazine brings ‘golden child’ experience to life

By Martina Nacach Cowan Ros October 28, 2024
Bayanihan, a new student-run arts magazine, held its first photoshoot on Saturday in preparation for its inaugural edition.
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