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The Daily Free Press

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BU student teams up with MIT and Brandeis University students to develop taxi-sharing app

By Daily Free Press Admin March 5, 2013

During the few days before spring break, many students cannot find someone to split the pricey $30 cab fare to Boston Logan International Airport. However, with the new mobile application Split My Taxi,...

Up close and personal: Dean Elmore and Dean Battaglino

By Daily Free Press Admin February 26, 2013

Dean of Students Kenneth Elmore said working so closely with college students is an “absolute joy” and one of the most interesting and exciting jobs he could ever imagine.   Elmore, along...

Rising numbers in Greek organizations: specialty groups serve as an outlet for BU students

By Daily Free Press Admin February 19, 2013

The specialty Greek organizations on Boston University’s campus have seen a rise in interest from the BU community and therefore, higher recruitment numbers, student officials said. Katharine Volpe,...

BU student launches national website

By Daily Free Press Admin February 13, 2013

On a college student’s budget, it can be difficult for students to find money to expand their wardrobes. And with even thrift shop prices on the rise, it’s hard for students to leave a store without...

BU’s Nourish International chapter hosts cultural night to fundraise

By Daily Free Press Admin February 6, 2013

Around the world today, 884 million people don’t have access to clean water, 1.29 billion live on less than $1.25 a day, 925 million are malnourished and approximately 22,000 children die each day from...

Boston’s independent bookstores exhibit unique features

By Daily Free Press Admin January 30, 2013

Buying books can be a long and grueling process. To the book aficionado, there is nothing better than wandering around the shelves of a well-stocked bookstore. One might know exactly what to look for,...

Blurring the lines of communication

By Daily Free Press Admin January 23, 2013

Social media has become an undeniably integral component of the lives of students and professionals. With the overwhelming number of ways to connect to people online, mobile devices further allow students...

Uncovering peculiar sports on campus

By Daily Free Press Admin January 23, 2013

With all the classes, events, clubs and sports at Boston University, it can be hard for students to stand out. One way students can find a niche is to get involved in a sport, even an unusual one. “With...

Babysitting jobs not just for high schoolers anymore

By Daily Free Press Admin January 15, 2013

"Katherine, you can’t do that!" said College of Communication senior Mara Berg, as 4-year-old Katherine reached a hand out toward a windowsill display of empty wine bottles. This is the struggle of a...

Newbury shops to partake in annual stroll to celebrate the shopping season

By Daily Free Press Admin December 13, 2012

The holidays may be the most wonderful time of year, but they can also be the most expensive.  While buying festive presents for the entire family, shoppers empty their wallets and might even lose their...

Babysitting jobs: Not just for high schoolers anymore

By Daily Free Press Admin December 12, 2012

“Katherine, you can’t do that!” said College of Communication senior Mara Berg, as 4-year-old Katherine reached a hand out toward a windowsill display of empty wine bottles. This is the struggle...

Newbury stores celebrate shopping season

By Daily Free Press Admin December 5, 2012

The holidays may be the most wonderful time of year, but they can also be the most expensive.  While buying festive presents for the entire family, shoppers empty their wallets and might even lose their...

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