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David Sipos poses in front of the Brookline Arts Center. Sipos, a freshman at Boston University, is running for a seat on Brookline Town Meeting Precinct 1 after feeling unrepresented at a Brookline Town Meeting. COURTESY OF DAVID SIPOS

From dorm to town hall: BU freshman David Sipos runs for Brookline Town Meeting

By Sana Muneer, Managing Co-Editor February 7, 2025
Boston University freshman David Sipos sat in the audience as Brookline Town Meeting deliberated Article 9 on Nov. 19. The proposal would allow three-family homes in neighborhoods zoned for two.
The “Death as a Constant Companion” exhibit in the Museum of Fine Arts. The exhibit was curated by five high school students in collaboration with the MFA’s Center for Netherlandish  Art. PHOTO BY ELAINA FUZI

“Death as a Constant Companion” allows Boston teens to curate MFA exhibit

By Jenni Todd February 5, 2025

In the center of the wall of a new exhibit in the Museum of Fine Arts, the curators’ text reads:  “Whether it’s watching a true crime Netflix documentary, thinking of a passed family dog or squashing...

Sheena Collier, founder of Boston While Black, is shown on the jumbotron at TD Garden. The Boston Celtics celebrated Historically Black Colleges and Universities Night and honored Collier as the night’s “Hero Among Us” on Wednesday. PHOTO BY KAILYN SMITH

Celtics celebrate legacy and culture at Historically Black Colleges and Universities Night

By Kailyn Smith February 2, 2025

The Boston Celtics had two reasons to celebrate on Jan. 29— a season-best performance by forward Kristaps Porzingis, which led the team to a 122-100 win over the Chicago Bulls, and the franchise’s...

Things to do this week in Boston: Feb. 3 – Feb. 9

By Sophie Shatzky February 2, 2025

The Men’s Beanpot Semifinals at TD Garden  Monday Feb. 3, 5 p.m.; TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston Cheer on Boston University men’s hockey as they face off against Harvard at this year’s...

Duan Family Center for Computing and Data Sciences. The CDS program introduced three new courses this semester, giving students an opportunity to learn about relevant topics in data science, including artificial intelligence and algorithms. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

New CDS courses look toward the future of data science

By Hannah Portman January 30, 2025
The CDS program introduced three new courses this semester, giving students an opportunity to learn about relevant topics in data science, including artificial intelligence and algorithms.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Collision of love and technology: Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid discuss new movie ‘Companion’

By Isabella Laikin January 29, 2025

What does it mean to be in love when technology is in control? “Companion,” a breakup story like no other, explores this question through a blend of sci-fi, romance, horror and comedy. The film...

“Transluz/Translucent” art gallery sign at the Boston University College of Fine Arts. The collection opened on Jan. 23 featuring the works of artists Juan José Barboza-Gubo and Michael Zachary. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

‘Crisp perfection’ between two artists on display in ‘Transluz/Translucent’

By Brontë Massucco January 27, 2025

In the harshness of a Boston winter, it can be hard to recall the vibrancy of the natural world. But a warm reminder lies at the heart of “Transluz/Translucent,” a collection featuring the works of...

Things to do this week in Boston: Jan. 27 – Feb. 2

By Anna Albrecht, Arts & Community Editor January 26, 2025

Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year at the Mandarin Oriental, Boston Monday, Jan. 27, 12 p.m.; Mandarin Oriental, 776 Boylston St., Boston Head over to the luxury hotel, Mandarin Oriental, Boston,...

Students walking through the Questrom School of Business in professional attire. Many Questrom professors require students to wear business attire for their presentations. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

For Questrom students, dressing for success has real-world implications

By Siena Griffin December 6, 2024
To the non-business major, students wearing suits, slacks and collared shirts outside Questrom School of Business might seem a little overdressed for class. But for BU's business students, wearing business attire is preparation to enter an industry where presentation is crucial.
The Massachusetts State House. A new Massachusetts law will promote the use of clean energy by streamlining the permit process for businesses, lowering energy prices for residents and creating more jobs in the energy field. BARRETT WALSH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Massachusetts’ new climate law opens doors for clean energy infrastructure

By Elizabeth Plese December 5, 2024
Over a comprehensive deliberation period, the Massachusetts Legislature struggled to bridge sustainable energy companies’ goals to expand their infrastructure with its own plan to transition from fossil fuels to Massachusetts’ new climate law — until Tuesday.
Sabrina Song sings the first song in her set at the Red Room at Cafe 939. Song opened for indie-pop artist Carol Ades in Boston on Nov. 22. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

REVIEW: Sabrina Song mesmerized audiences at Boston’s Red Room

By Deanna Soukhaseum December 4, 2024
Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Sabrina Song captivated the hearts of the audience in the Red Room at Cafe 939 on Nov. 22 as she opened for indie-pop artist Carol Ades.
The Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina’s Hurricane Helene resources and support page. Boston University students organized a crowdfunding campaign called Feeding NC for a class to support North Carolina residents affected by Hurricane Helene. ZACH SCHWARTZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

BU class launches crowdfunding campaign to support Hurricane Helene victims

By Lindsay Gould December 2, 2024
North Carolina residents are facing unprecedented destruction and loss in the wake of Hurricane Helene. In response, students in Boston University’s Crowdfunding and Distribution class launched a crowdfunding campaign on Nov. 14 to support those impacted.
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