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Boston University Stage Troupe members Sofia Lipsanopolous, Mai Nguyen, Seven Zhang, Jess Kaplan, Reese Hotten-Somers and Ethan Palmersheim (left to right) performing the song “The World According to Chris” from “Carrie: The Musical.” BU Stage Troupe performed “Carrie” from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2 at the Student Theater at Agganis Arena. COURTESY OF KELLY BRODER

REVIEW: BU Stage Troupe’s ‘Carrie’ reveals the power of a revenge prank gone wrong

By Kavitha Koshkarian November 7, 2024
What started out as a light-hearted teen drama slowly took a dark turn as the intersection of religion, shame and blame echoed throughout the choruses of “Carrie: The Musical.” Members of Stage Troupe, Boston University’s oldest extracurricular performing arts group, brought this haunting tale to life at the Student Theater at Agganis Arena from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2.
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 sign outside of The Boston Globe office at 1 Exchange Place. The importance of newspaper endorsements in elections is being discussed in light of multiple newspaper outlets announcing they would not endorse a presidential candidate. RACHEL FEINSTEIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

To endorse or not to endorse: Boston journalists discuss their role in politics

By Ruby Voge, Opinion Co-Editor November 6, 2024
During an election year, newspapers' opinion pages usually endorse presidential candidates. Usually. However, during this election, more news organizations than ever are opting-out of an official endorsement.
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.
Little Big Town performing at TD Garden on Oct 31. Little Big Town is currently on the “Take Me Home” tour in celebration of its 25th anniversary as a band. COURTESY OF BECKY FLUKE

REVIEW: Little Big Town was a treat on Halloween

By Holly Gustavsen, Photo Co-Editor November 4, 2024
Little Big Town fans traded costumes for cowboy boots and hats as they filled TD Garden on Halloween for the country band’s “Take Me Home” tour in celebration of the band’s 25th anniversary.

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.
David Kushner performs his first song at the House of Blues Boston. Kushner stopped in Boston on Oct. 27 for the North American leg of his tour, “The Dichotomy.” SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

REVIEW: I loved and hated David Kushner’s ‘Dichotomy Tour’ at the same time

By Sophie Shatzky October 31, 2024
David Kushner performed at the House of Blues Boston on Oct. 27, on a stop during his "Dichotomy Tour."
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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