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Boston City Hall. City Councillors recognized International Jazz Day, approved a Youth Works Grant and discussed establishing an office and a commission for LGBTQIA2S+ advancement and oversight respectively.
City Council celebrates International Jazz Day, approves $4 million for YouthWorks Grant, discusses establishment Office of LGBTQIA2s+ Advancement, Oversight Commission
April 30, 2025
BU Young Americans for Freedom Secretary Colin Sharpe in the George Sherman Union. Sharpe and Alpha Barry, another leader of YAF, invited passersby to debate mass deportations with them in the lobby of the George Sherman Union April 29.
BUYAF debates students in GSU regarding mass deportations, students ‘disgusted’
April 30, 2025
A DiscoverBrookline.com sign. The town of Brookline offers many opportunities for young people to get involved in the local government.
Brookline cultivates space for youth activists, advocates
April 30, 2025
An Instagram post from BU Young Democratic Socialists demanding a sanctuary campus. Boston University President Melissa Gilliam announced a new resource hub, Support Pathways Initiative, that will offer free one-time confidential consultations with an immigration lawyer; however student organizations believe BU should be taking more direct action to protect its students.
BU launches ‘resource hub’ for international community, student organizations want more
April 30, 2025
The Archaeology Department in Boston University’s College of Arts and Sciences. Graduate students in the Anthropology and Archaeology departments of the BU College of Arts and Sciences allege the University is violating two articles in the SEIU Local 509 contract ratified Oct. 16, 2024. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Archaeology, anthropology graduate students allege union contract violations, program funding, future uncertain
April 10, 2025
BU Young Americans for Freedom Secretary Colin Sharpe in the George Sherman Union. Sharpe and Alpha Barry, another leader of YAF, invited passersby to debate mass deportations with them in the lobby of the George Sherman Union April 29.
BUYAF debates students in GSU regarding mass deportations, students ‘disgusted’
April 30, 2025
An Instagram post from BU Young Democratic Socialists demanding a sanctuary campus. Boston University President Melissa Gilliam announced a new resource hub, Support Pathways Initiative, that will offer free one-time confidential consultations with an immigration lawyer; however student organizations believe BU should be taking more direct action to protect its students.
BU launches ‘resource hub’ for international community, student organizations want more
April 30, 2025
Gardner Court Apartments building and courtyard during Marathon Monday April 15, 2024. In anticipation of Marathon Monday celebrations, the Boston Police Department and The Micozzi Companies Management announced Wednesday only current lessees will be allowed access to this location on April 21.
‘Sad for the culture’: G-Court shuts down for Marathon Monday
April 17, 2025
The Archaeology Department in Boston University’s College of Arts and Sciences. Graduate students in the Anthropology and Archaeology departments of the BU College of Arts and Sciences allege the University is violating two articles in the SEIU Local 509 contract ratified Oct. 16, 2024. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Archaeology, anthropology graduate students allege union contract violations, program funding, future uncertain
April 10, 2025
2025-2026 Student Government’s announcement dinner Sunday. In a record-breaking turnout, BridgeToBU was elected to serve as the 2025-2026 StuGov Executive Board. PHOTO BY CAMILLE BUGAYONG
‘A vessel to make change’ comes as BridgeToBU wins StuGov election
April 9, 2025
Boston City Hall. City Councillors recognized International Jazz Day, approved a Youth Works Grant and discussed establishing an office and a commission for LGBTQIA2S+ advancement and oversight respectively.
City Council celebrates International Jazz Day, approves $4 million for YouthWorks Grant, discusses establishment Office of LGBTQIA2s+ Advancement, Oversight Commission
April 30, 2025
A DiscoverBrookline.com sign. The town of Brookline offers many opportunities for young people to get involved in the local government.
Brookline cultivates space for youth activists, advocates
April 30, 2025
Alphonce Felix Simbu (left), Cybrian Kotut (middle) and Conner Mantz (right) running in the Boston Marathon. The 129th Boston Marathon took place on Monday.
‘This is what being a Bostonian is’: Boston Marathon unites city in day of records, celebration
April 22, 2025
Gardner Court Apartments building and courtyard during Marathon Monday April 15, 2024. In anticipation of Marathon Monday celebrations, the Boston Police Department and The Micozzi Companies Management announced Wednesday only current lessees will be allowed access to this location on April 21.
‘Sad for the culture’: G-Court shuts down for Marathon Monday
April 17, 2025
Blank Street Coffee in Brookline. A line of coffee-lovers stretched down Harvard Street as early as 7:45 a.m. March 21, eager to celebrate the grand opening of the new location. COURTESY OF TIA LAWRENCE
Blank Street brews its biggest location yet in Brookline
April 14, 2025
A DiscoverBrookline.com sign. The town of Brookline offers many opportunities for young people to get involved in the local government.
Brookline cultivates space for youth activists, advocates
April 30, 2025
Former Boston Mayor Ray Flynn (left) and Former Boston University professor Don Gillis (right). Flynn’s tenure as mayor inspired Gillis to write his book, “The Battle for Boston: How Mayor Ray Flynn and Community Organizers Fought Racism and Downtown Power Brokers,” which will be published May 6. COURTESY OF DON GILLIS
‘It became one city’: Former BU professor’s book explores Mayor Ray Flynn’s impact on Boston
April 7, 2025
Posters of the films honored at the 2025 Redstone Film Festival. The annual festival is hosted by Boston University’s Department of Film and Television, sponsored by the Sumner Redstone Foundation and features BU student films. PHOTO BY TATE HAM
Meet the films honored at 2025 Redstone Film Festival and the students behind them
April 7, 2025
“Please Come to Boston” book cover. Boston University alum Gary Goldstein wrote this fictional story about Nicky DeMarco, a boy who is entering his first year at BU in 1975. COURTESY OF GARY GOLDSTEIN
‘It’s my love letter to BU’: Gary Goldstein revisits his time on Comm Ave. in newest novel
April 4, 2025
Speakers at "The Weight of the World: Community journalists on covering high-profile tragedies in their own backyards" panel. Nearly 400 early-career students and seasoned journalism professionals came together at the George Sherman Union March 28-29 to discuss “repairing, restoring, reconnecting” through narrative, including focuses on the freedom of the press and the great achievements of legendary writers and reporters. CHLOE CRAMUTOLA/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
‘A worthy profession’: BU’s Power of Narrative Conference inspires hope for journalism during dark time
April 2, 2025
A DiscoverBrookline.com sign. The town of Brookline offers many opportunities for young people to get involved in the local government.
Brookline cultivates space for youth activists, advocates
April 30, 2025
“Please Come to Boston” book cover. Boston University alum Gary Goldstein wrote this fictional story about Nicky DeMarco, a boy who is entering his first year at BU in 1975. COURTESY OF GARY GOLDSTEIN
‘It’s my love letter to BU’: Gary Goldstein revisits his time on Comm Ave. in newest novel
April 4, 2025
Paulette Jones, sister of Champion Honoree Raynya Simmons; Diana DiZoglio, Massachusetts State Auditor;Pam Allara, Champion Honoree; Denella Clark, president and CEO of Boston Arts Academy Foundation at the BAA Foundation’s ninth annual Champions Reception. Raynya Simmons, a Boston University College of Communication alum, was honored at the reception March 20 as a person who has continuously given back to the community. COURTESY OF THE BOSTON ARTS ACADEMY FOUNDATION
BU alum honored at Boston Arts Academy Foundation Champions Reception
March 27, 2025
EmpowerBU slate members (left to right) Alara Baran, Natalie Reilly, Suraj Nellore and Bryce Thompson. EmpowerBU is running for Boston University Student Government and is focused on building a stronger campus through fostering community and representation. COURTESY OF JANELLE RAMOS/EMPOWERBU
‘A conduit for change’: StuGov slate EmpowerBU strives to adapt, include, mobilize
March 26, 2025
BridgeToBU slate members (left to right) Hanna Yilma, Matthew Feliciano, Zakiya Majeed-Landau and Tony Wu. BridgeToBU is running for Boston University Student Government and is focused on creating a platform for student voices.COURTESY OF MERRICK HWANG/BRIDGETOBU
Student voices, unity are at the ‘core’ of BridgeToBU StuGov campaign
March 26, 2025
Former Boston Mayor Ray Flynn (left) and Former Boston University professor Don Gillis (right). Flynn’s tenure as mayor inspired Gillis to write his book, “The Battle for Boston: How Mayor Ray Flynn and Community Organizers Fought Racism and Downtown Power Brokers,” which will be published May 6. COURTESY OF DON GILLIS
‘It became one city’: Former BU professor’s book explores Mayor Ray Flynn’s impact on Boston
April 7, 2025
Speakers at "The Weight of the World: Community journalists on covering high-profile tragedies in their own backyards" panel. Nearly 400 early-career students and seasoned journalism professionals came together at the George Sherman Union March 28-29 to discuss “repairing, restoring, reconnecting” through narrative, including focuses on the freedom of the press and the great achievements of legendary writers and reporters. CHLOE CRAMUTOLA/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
‘A worthy profession’: BU’s Power of Narrative Conference inspires hope for journalism during dark time
April 2, 2025
Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development. Wheelock community members are concerned about how Trump’s dismantling of the Department of Education will affect public schools across the country. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Wheelock College community members respond to Trump’s dismantling of the Department of Education
March 31, 2025
African penguins in their new “retirement home” island at New England Aquarium. The aquarium created this exhibit to provide comfort and specialized care to African penguins, a “critically endangered” species, as they age beyond their expected lifespan. COURTESY OF NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM
Six pairs of happy feet hit new ‘retirement home’ for African penguins at New England Aquarium
March 27, 2025
Preview of “The Black Dogs Project” by Fred Levy on The Quarto Group website. Determined to raise awareness while improving his photography work, Levy launched this book, featuring black dogs photographed against a black backdrop, in the fall of 2015. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
‘The Black Dogs Project’ shines a light on overlooked canines
March 25, 2025
Juliana Pasquarosa and Grant Ellis during the “Finale and After the Final Rose” episode of “The Bachelor.” With the engagement, Pasquarosa became the first-ever winner in franchise history hailing from Massachusetts. COURTESY OF THE BACHELOR
The Bachelor’s Grant Ellis, Juliana Pasquarosa ship up to Boston after season finale
April 28, 2025
Lucy Dacus performing with her band Sunday. Dacus played two shows at MGM Music Hall at Fenway Sunday and Monday.
REVIEW: And the crowd is…crying? Lucy Dacus’ talent for emotional storytelling was clear at her Boston stop
April 22, 2025
Former Boston Mayor Ray Flynn (left) and Former Boston University professor Don Gillis (right). Flynn’s tenure as mayor inspired Gillis to write his book, “The Battle for Boston: How Mayor Ray Flynn and Community Organizers Fought Racism and Downtown Power Brokers,” which will be published May 6. COURTESY OF DON GILLIS
‘It became one city’: Former BU professor’s book explores Mayor Ray Flynn’s impact on Boston
April 7, 2025
Posters of the films honored at the 2025 Redstone Film Festival. The annual festival is hosted by Boston University’s Department of Film and Television, sponsored by the Sumner Redstone Foundation and features BU student films. PHOTO BY TATE HAM
Meet the films honored at 2025 Redstone Film Festival and the students behind them
April 7, 2025
Things to do this week in Boston: April 7-13
April 7, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Collision of love and technology: Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid discuss new movie ‘Companion’
January 29, 2025
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
REVIEW: ‘The Apprentice’ explores Trump’s origins, but Cohn steals the show
November 4, 2024
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist
REVIEW: Breaking the Cinderella illusion in ‘Anora’
November 4, 2024
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Test your fears with these horror movies that deserve both screams and applause
October 21, 2024
Emma Clement | Graphic Artist
REVIEW: Jason Reitman’s ‘Saturday Night’ thrives on atmosphere, stumbles with depth
October 16, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
5-Minute Major: Hockey is the best sport
April 30, 2025
Alphonce Felix Simbu (left), Cybrian Kotut (middle) and Conner Mantz (right) running in the Boston Marathon. The 129th Boston Marathon took place on Monday.
‘This is what being a Bostonian is’: Boston Marathon unites city in day of records, celebration
April 22, 2025
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
The Post-Up: Jokić is one of one, but he’s not all by himself in Denver
April 9, 2025
Fans attend the Boston Red Sox home opener April 4. The sold-out game ended in a 13-9 victory for the Red Sox. PHOTO BY BRENDAN GALVIN
Red Sox open 2025 season, fans celebrate return to Fenway Park
April 8, 2025
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist
Pound-for-Pound: We’re officially in the UFC’s era of inactivity
April 7, 2025
Sophomore forward Sisi Bentley (94) throws the ball during a game against Loyola University Maryland on Feb. 1. The Boston University women’s basketball team takes their fourth loss in a row, falling 51-71 against Colgate on Saturday. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Blowout loss to Colgate latest in four-game skid for women’s basketball
February 16, 2025
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
The Post-Up: Kawhi Leonard is back and not to blame
January 22, 2025
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
The Post-Up: Why we should be concerned about the aftermath of missed calls
December 4, 2024
Freshman guard Azmar Abdullah (7) bypasses a Wagner College player in a game on Nov. 19. The Terriers lost to Sacred Heart University, 73-65, in a game on Sunday. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Men’s basketball comeback falls short against Pioneers, 73-65
December 3, 2024
Freshman forward Inez Gallegos (33) battles a Northeastern player for the ball during the women’s basketball game on Nov. 4. The Boston University women’s basketball team beat Rider University on Sunday. CLAIRE GUEST/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Ericksen 20-point performance hands Broncs 64-59 loss
December 2, 2024
Freshman David Gonzalez chases after the ball at a game against Falcons FC Wednesday. The Boston University men’s club soccer team is preparing for the fifth semi-annual club soccer Boston Beanpot, hoping to build on their recent success. JOSIE KALBFLEISCH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Men’s club soccer gears up for fifth semi-annual Beanpot Tournament as defending champions
March 21, 2025
A Boston University Ultimate frisbee player tosses the frisbee. BU hosts 36 different club sports. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRYAN ZHANG
Club sports create community at BU
June 7, 2023
The Boston University figure skating team. The team has been Intercollegiate National Champions five times and is competing once again next spring. COURTESY OF BOSTON UNIVERSITY FIGURE SKATING CLUB
Figure skating looks to win sixth Intercollegiate National Championship, placed first in season opening competition
November 29, 2022
DREAM football
BU Flag Football club grows community with DREAM collaboration
October 26, 2022
Nickerson field track
Club sports teams embrace return to normalcy
September 21, 2021
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
5-Minute Major: Hockey is the best sport
April 30, 2025
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
The Post-Up: Jokić is one of one, but he’s not all by himself in Denver
April 9, 2025
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist
Pound-for-Pound: We’re officially in the UFC’s era of inactivity
April 7, 2025
Forward Lexie Adzija (88) signs a jersey for a fan before the Boston Fleet game at Agganis Arena March 8. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Stick Check: Agganis Arena hosts the Boston Fleet a second time this season for Youth Hockey Night
April 1, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Crosse-Eyed: Boston dominates professional lacrosse with some hometown help
March 31, 2025
Vera Sjöberg racing at the NCAA Cross Country Championships on Nov. 23. The culture around American sports is characterized by the desire to shine bright on someone’s TV screen, but, for international cross country runners Sjöberg and Ola Szulska, the journey started with adjustment. COURTESY OF CIAN MCCORMACK
‘Part of a team’: BU cross country stars from Sweden, Poland reflect on American sports culture
December 6, 2024
Mixed results as Terriers return to action
Mixed results as Terriers return to action
September 14, 2023
Alexandra Vellekoop during the 5K race at the 2022 Coast-to-Coast Battle in Beantown.
Cross country teams poised to outrun competition in 2023
September 6, 2023
NCAA Northeast Regional Championship cross country
Cross Country teams fall short at Regionals meet, look forward to track and field
November 18, 2022
Junior Will Loggia running in a meet at the 2022 Coast-to-Coast Battle in Beantown. The men’s and women’s cross country teams will be competing at the NCAA Northeast Regional Championship on Nov. 11. ELIZA NUESTRO/DFP STAFF
Cross country teams fall short in Patriot League Championship, prepare for Regionals
November 7, 2022
Junior midfielder Maddie Hudson (1) carries the ball down the field during a field hockey game on Oct. 19. The Boston University field hockey team lost its final regular season game against Cornell University on Sunday. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Field hockey falls to Cornell 2-1, looks to PL Semifinal after regular season finale
November 4, 2024
Junior midfielder Maddie Hudson (1) carries the ball down the field during the field hockey game on Saturday. The Boston University field hockey team beat Colgate University at home on Friday. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Field hockey defeats Colgate 3-1, clinches spot in Patriot League Tournament
October 20, 2024
Boston University senior midfielder Payton Anderson (2) plays against American University on October 28, 2023 in her junior season. The Terriers fell 4-2 to Northeastern on Sunday. MAGDALENA LAZOWSKI/DFP FILE
Field hockey falls to crosstown rival Northeastern in 4-2 loss
October 16, 2024
Now Boston University senior midfielder Payton Anderson (2) plays against American University on October 28, 2023 during her junior season. The Boston University field hockey team lost to Harvard University on Sunday. MAGDALENA LAZOWSKI/DFP FILE
Field hockey’s two-game win streak snapped by 2-1 loss to Harvard
October 7, 2024
Assistant field hockey coach Liz Ryan in a game against American University in 2019. Ryan came back to Boston University after three years to join the coaching staff of the BU field hockey team. COURTESY OF LIZ RYAN
Back from across the pond, Liz Ryan returns to BU field hockey as assistant coach
September 13, 2024
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Crosse-Eyed: Boston dominates professional lacrosse with some hometown help
March 31, 2025
Senior attack Zach Travaglini (12) cradles the ball against Harvard University March 25. Boston University’s men lacrosse team won in a 16-4 victory against Holy Cross Saturday evening at Nickerson Field. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Men’s lacrosse holds Holy Cross scoreless for more than three quarters in 16-4 win
March 31, 2025
Then-junior midfielder Avery Jones (22) cradles the ball down the field during a game against University of New Hampshire on Feb. 14, 2024. A 12-goal first half propelled Navy to a 16-8 victory over the Boston University women’s lacrosse team Saturday afternoon at Nickerson Field. LILY HANSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Nine-goal deficit proves too much, women’s lacrosse falls to Navy
March 31, 2025
Senior defense Trey Brown (29) goes for the ball during a game against Harvard University on Tuesday. Harvard University landed 12 goals in the first half to beat Boston University men’s lacrosse team 16-7 at the game. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Slow start hampers men’s lacrosse effort against No. 13 Harvard in Charles River Rivalry
March 26, 2025
Then-sophomore midfielder Elle Stevenson (43) goes for the ball in a game against Iona in February 2024. The Boston University women’s lacrosse team secured a 17-8 victory over Lafayette Saturday. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Seven goal scorers propel Terriers to 17-8 domination of Lafayette, three-game winning streak
March 23, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
BREAKING: NWSL announces new name for Boston team
March 26, 2025
Freshman David Gonzalez chases after the ball at a game against Falcons FC Wednesday. The Boston University men’s club soccer team is preparing for the fifth semi-annual club soccer Boston Beanpot, hoping to build on their recent success. JOSIE KALBFLEISCH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Men’s club soccer gears up for fifth semi-annual Beanpot Tournament as defending champions
March 21, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
After the Whistle: What to make of the remaining teams in the Champions League
March 20, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
After the Whistle: The Champions League knockout stage lives up to its reputation
March 6, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
After the Whistle: a fitting goodbye to Goodison leads to an intensifying title race
February 20, 2025
Softball Head Coach Ashley Waters. This season marks Waters’ tenth season at the helm of the program, a decade in which the Terriers have experienced an unforgettable streak of success. STEVEN MONTANI B./DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Softball head coach Ashley Waters celebrates 10 years at BU, reflects on decade of titles, awards, positive influence
April 4, 2025
Graduate student catcher Audrey Sellers (13) catches the softball in a game against Yale University on March 19. In 2024, the Terriers won 53 games while going undefeated in conference play before going on to capture a seventh Patriot League title in program history and a stint in the NCAA Tournament, aiming to repeat these successes this season. ZOE KU/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Softball looks ahead to third consecutive conference title, this time with a roster of newcomers
February 3, 2025
Graduate pitcher Lizzy Avery (27) shakes hands with senior Raegan Kelly (19) during a game against Yale University in March. The Terriers shut out Bucknell University 7-0 on Saturday. ZOE KU/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Softball sweeps Bucknell in defensive clinic, extends win streak to 13
April 22, 2024
Boston University sophomore infielder Brooke Deppiesse (4) swings the bat in a game against University of Massachusetts Amherst on Wednesday. The Terrier shut out the Minutewomen 2-0. JOY KIM/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Softball extends their winning streak to five over UMass in 2-0 pitcher’s duel
April 11, 2024
Senior infielder Kayla Roncin (21) at bat in a game against Yale on March 19. The Boston University softball team beat Colgate University 26-2 in a three-game set on April 7. ZOE KU/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Softball’s game three offensive explosion punctuates sweep against Colgate
April 9, 2024
Graduate student Foster Malleck (left) and junior Vera Sjöberg (right) pose with their NCAA trophies. Malleck and Sjöberg will compete at the Wold Indoor Athletic Championships in Nanjing, China March 21. COURTESY OF EAMONN RYAN/BU ATHLETICS
Running around the world: Sjöberg and Malleck to compete at World Indoor Athletic Championships
March 21, 2025
The Boston University women’s track team. The women’s track team won the Patriot League Indoor Track & Field Championships while the men’s team earned third place at the Naval Academy in Maryland. COURTESY OF EAMONN RYAN/BU ATHLETICS
Men’s track and field finishes top three, women’s takes title in Patriot League Indoor Championships for first time in nine years
March 3, 2025
Grant Cartwright promoted to BU track and field, cross country director
July 2, 2024
Track and Field
BU hosts DMR races, University of Washington sets new collegiate record
February 6, 2023
Toby Makoyawo men's track and field profile
Toby Makoyawo: The fastest runner in BU history
April 28, 2022
Sports and fashion can’t resist collaborating — at the expense of consumer wallets | Wear Me This
Sports and fashion can’t resist collaborating — at the expense of consumer wallets | Wear Me This
April 30, 2025
OP ED: Family first, or America last
OP ED: Family first, or America last
April 30, 2025
Jodi Tang | Senior Graphic Artist
Rally on: The economic consequences of burnout | Irrational Expectations
April 9, 2025
Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist
Gen Z’s addiction to perfectionism | Eco-logically Speaking
April 9, 2025
Melissa Park | Associate Graphics Editor
‘Fashion daddies’ aren’t exactly revolutionary | Wear Me This
April 8, 2025
Sports and fashion can’t resist collaborating — at the expense of consumer wallets | Wear Me This
Sports and fashion can’t resist collaborating — at the expense of consumer wallets | Wear Me This
April 30, 2025
Jodi Tang | Senior Graphic Artist
Rally on: The economic consequences of burnout | Irrational Expectations
April 9, 2025
Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist
Gen Z’s addiction to perfectionism | Eco-logically Speaking
April 9, 2025
Melissa Park | Associate Graphics Editor
‘Fashion daddies’ aren’t exactly revolutionary | Wear Me This
April 8, 2025
Melissa Park | Associate Graphics Editor
We can’t all be Cher — but that shouldn’t stop musicians from trying | Dancing with Myself
April 8, 2025
Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist
BUPD has changed its image since 2005 — is that enough? | Editorial
April 4, 2025
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Work-study may level the playing field, but the game isn’t fair | Editorial
March 21, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Journalism will always be about people — AI can’t change that | Editorial
February 28, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Our future shouldn’t be prevented by our own indifference | Editorial
February 7, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Good thing TikTok was only on time-out | Editorial
January 24, 2025
Video: MLK Antiwar Sermon Public Reading 5-2-23
May 8, 2023
Video: March for Our Lives Rally 4-4-23
Video: March for Our Lives Rally 4-4-23
April 18, 2023
Hundreds of union workers rallied Thursday afternoon along Commonwealth Avenue in support of building service workers who are currently negotiating contracts with Boston University. SOPHIE PARK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF
Video: BU Worker’s Rally 10-18-18
October 20, 2018
HUBweek 2018 Silent Disco
HUBweek 2018 Silent Disco
October 14, 2018
Letter to the Editor: Faculty letter to President Brown regarding BU professor's denied tenure
Letter to the Editor: Faculty letter to President Brown regarding BU professor’s denied tenure
May 1, 2023
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Graphic Artist
Letter to the Editor: President Brown’s State of the University message left out most of BU’s faculty
November 15, 2022
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Graphic Artist
Letter to the Editor: An open letter on Boston University’s climate for LGBTQIA+ students
November 11, 2022
Letter to the Editor: Response to 'A Letter to Dean Bizup'
Letter to the Editor: Response to ‘A Letter to Dean Bizup’
August 13, 2020
Letter to the Editor: An open apology from some random kid in a frat
Letter to the Editor: An open apology from some random kid in a frat
April 20, 2018
OP ED: Family first, or America last
OP ED: Family first, or America last
April 30, 2025
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
OP-ED: BU hockey’s reputation alone isn’t enough to sustain a community
April 22, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
OP-ED: BU needs to give students their Google Drive storage back
April 10, 2024
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
OP-ED: Polite queerness isn’t enough
February 15, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
OP-ED: We invite BU to join us in the fight against gun violence
January 28, 2024
I adore his fashion designs — I’m inspired by his life journey: Getting to know the iconic Ralph Lauren
I adore his fashion designs — I’m inspired by his life journey: Getting to know the iconic Ralph Lauren
April 30, 2025
Don’t sweat it: How to maintain your vintage style this summer | It’s All Been Done Before
Don’t sweat it: How to maintain your vintage style this summer | It’s All Been Done Before
April 30, 2025
Some books are timeless — ‘The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue’ is one of them | By the Book
Some books are timeless — ‘The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue’ is one of them | By the Book
April 30, 2025
Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist
Memories in the spotless mind
April 9, 2025
Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist
So, you want to get into vintage fashion? | It’s All Been Done Before
April 9, 2025
Melissa Park | Graphic Artist
Impressing the parents: A neighborhood guide to the best restaurants in Boston
October 17, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
Hot sauce: The secret ingredient to a familial bond
April 14, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
Your topical guide to East Boston’s food scene
April 2, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
Turning the tables on American table-turning food culture
March 27, 2024
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Your gluten-free guide for a no wheat Boston sweet
February 15, 2024
The Daily Free Pod: Orientation Special S1 E1
The Daily Free Pod: Orientation Special S1 E1
September 23, 2024
Terrier Hockey Talk: May 12, 2023
Terrier Hockey Talk: May 12, 2023
May 12, 2023
Video: MLK Antiwar Sermon Public Reading 5-2-23
May 8, 2023
Unmasked: how do you unwind?
Unmasked: how do you unwind?
May 4, 2023
Chloe Patel | Senior Graphic Artist
It’s a Lifestyle: Debunking stress relief products
May 1, 2023
Lucy Dacus performing with her band Sunday. Dacus played two shows at MGM Music Hall at Fenway Sunday and Monday.
REVIEW: And the crowd is…crying? Lucy Dacus’ talent for emotional storytelling was clear at her Boston stop
April 22, 2025
Alphonce Felix Simbu (left), Cybrian Kotut (middle) and Conner Mantz (right) running in the Boston Marathon. The 129th Boston Marathon took place on Monday.
‘This is what being a Bostonian is’: Boston Marathon unites city in day of records, celebration
April 22, 2025
Chief of Communications for Providence Public Schools Suzanne Ouellette. Ouellette was a staff photographer for the FreeP from 1997 to 1999. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
GALLERY: Behind the lens of The Daily Free Press
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Boston University student and Warren Towers resident Hiya Verma. Warren Tower residents are frustrated with the lack of communication and disruptions caused by ongoing renovations. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
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Annie Clark, also known as her stage name St. Vincent, jams out with the crowd Saturday at Boston Calling Music Festival. PHOTO BY OLIVIA FALCIGNO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

REVIEW: Boston Calling performers shine, despite cloudy weather

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May 29, 2018
A handcyclist at the 2017 Boston Marathon the morning of April 17 nears the finishing line. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BAA apology to handcyclists sparks controversy among disabled athletes

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April 27, 2017
Timmy Harner, who was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in 2015, runs in the 2017 Boston Marathon. PHOTO BY ABIGAIL FREEMAN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

AML survivor runs Boston Marathon one year after cancer diagnosis

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April 18, 2017
Kevin Krueger, of Florida, wears a blanket as he rests after the race. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Citizens from around the globe come together for Boston Marathon

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April 18, 2017
A fire breaks out in Rich Hall at 277 Babcock St. Tuesday evening. PHOTO BY VIGUNTHAAN THARMARAJAH/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Rich Hall evacuated after mattress fire on 10th floor

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April 12, 2017
Donald Trump's supporters gather at the Boston Common Saturday afternoon at the end of their mile-long march from the North End. PHOTO BY OLIVIA FALCIGNO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Trump supporters battle counter-protesters in opposing demonstrations

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March 26, 2017
Corey Lewandowski, former campaign manager for President Donald Trump, speaks at a panel discussion at Saint Anselm College Monday night. PHOTO BY OLIVIA FALCIGNO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Corey Lewandowski defends Trump during NHIOP discussion

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February 28, 2017
TIMELINE: Massachusetts reacts to Trump's travel ban

TIMELINE: Massachusetts reacts to Trump’s travel ban

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February 16, 2017
Court rules against extending ACLU restraining order

Court rules against extending ACLU restraining order

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February 9, 2017
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BU partners with city, Project Place to improve Medical Campus neighborhood

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December 12, 2016
Protesters approach the Morton County Sheriff’s Department on Nov. 4 to fight against the Dakota Access Pipeline. PHOTO COURTESY SCOTTY SCHENK/ THE HUNTINGTON NEWS

Northeastern students participate in DAPL protests at Standing Rock

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November 30, 2016
Protesters against the Dakota Access Pipeline march through Boston on Sept. 19. PHOTO BY ALYSSA MEYERS/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Opponents of DAPL continue protests in Boston

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November 29, 2016
Sen. Bernie Sanders speaks at the Berklee Performance Center, discussing his book "Our Revolution" and responding to concerns about President-elect Donald Trump. PHOTO BY MIKE DESOCIO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Sanders encourages Boston crowd to resist bigotry, racism post-election

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November 21, 2016
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton and U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren walk onto the stage at the campaign rally in Manchester, N.H. PHOTO BY OLIVIA NADEL/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Clinton, Warren hold rally in N.H., passionately disapprove of Trump’s remarks about women

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October 25, 2016
On Thursday, Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren, along with other senators, introduced a bill to make accreditors more transparent in how they rate colleges and universities. PHOTO COURTESY WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Senator Warren proposes reforming higher education accreditation

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September 26, 2016
Brock Satter, the main organizer of a protest at the MBTA's Ruggles Station Friday evening, tells the crowd what the group Mass Action Against Police Brutality demands of the police and government. PHOTO BY ABIGAIL FREEMAN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Group holds “Speak Out” following police shootings around country

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September 26, 2016
Crispy Crêpes Café has been back on campus for six months in its new location on Commonwealth Aveue. PHOTO BY ERIN BILLINGS/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Crispy Crêpes sees more customers at new location

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September 21, 2016
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker attends a forum with the Opioid Crisis Working Group in April of 2015. Baker recently released a new report on opioid-related deaths in 2013 and 2014 that includes key findings such as that young people in Massachusetts are especially at risk for overdose. PHOTO BY SARAH SILBIGER/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Opioid-related deaths increased by 350 percent since 2000, report finds

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September 19, 2016
Protesters against the North Dakota Pipeline march through the city on Saturday Morning. PHOTO BY ALYSSA MEYERS/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Protesters march against controversial Dakota oil pipeline

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September 19, 2016
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Pro-marijuana legalization group leads funding thanks to PAC

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September 15, 2016
Polling locations across the state reported low voter turnout at Thursday’s primary election. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Thursday Mass primary elections yield unusually low voter turnout

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September 12, 2016
American Red Cross trucks line Yawkey Way during the September 11th Day of Remembrance Blood Drive held at Fenway Park. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Groups host blood drive at Fenway to commemorate 9/11 attacks

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September 11, 2016
After a failed six-month trial in which Boston police officers were supposed to volunteer to wear body cameras, the Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association is suing the city for forcing 100 officers to do so. PHOTO BY ALEXANDRA WIMLEY/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Police union increases opposition to mandatory body camera program

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September 8, 2016
CVS Pharmacy is working with the office of Attorney General Maura Healey to improve policies that help pharmacists identify patients who may misuse opioid drugs. PHOTO BY ANNALYN KUMAR/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

CVS to improve opioid prescription policies

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September 6, 2016
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City News 101: What’s going on in Boston

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June 1, 2016

Campus Crime Logs: April 18-24

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April 28, 2016
Elkie Clinton speaks about diversity and other social issues at the BUnited conference Friday night in the Questrom School of Business. PHOTO BY MADI GOLDMAN/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BUnited gives voice to diverse conversations, issues in two-day conference

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April 24, 2016

Campus Crime Logs: April 4 to April 10

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April 13, 2016
The National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce announced Thursday that it has decided to rescind its honor for Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker. The decision came as a result of Baker’s plan to speak at a GOP conference in Las Vegas. PHOTO COURTESY WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

LGBT group rescinds honorary invitation from Gov. Charlie Baker

Alyssa Meyers
April 13, 2016
Massachusetts Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito announced Monday that the Massachusetts State Police and Department of Children and Families will employ stricter policies regarding human trafficking in honor of April's Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. PHOTO BY SARAH SILBIGER/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito announces policies targeting human trafficking

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April 7, 2016

Campus Crime Logs: March 28-April 3

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April 7, 2016

Campus Crime Logs: March 21-27

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March 31, 2016
NewBU's VP candidate Petar Ojdrovic, a sophomore in the College of Engineering, speaks at the 2016 Student Government Election Slate Debate on Thursday. He sits alongside Presidential candidate and ENG sophomore Nadia Asif; VP of Finance candidate Atid Malka, a freshman in the College of Arts and Sciences; and VP of IA candidate Rachel Feigelson, a sophomore in the College of General Studies. PHOTO BY SAVANAH MACDONALD/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Campus-wide engagement, accessibility as focus for NewBU

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March 27, 2016
BU Provost and Chief Academic Officer Jean Morrison announced Wednesday that designs for a new 250-seat studio theater and a production space across from the College of Fine Arts are under rapid development. PHOTO BY LEXI PLINE/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

New theater complex to reach deadline with quick development

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March 24, 2016
Members of the Islamic Society of BU perform Maghrib prayer publicly in Marsh Plaza Wednesday night as part of a number of events to kick off Islam Awareness Month. PHOTO BY SOFIA FARENTINOS/DAILY FREE PRESS CONTRIBUTOR

Muslim students aim to break stereotypes through public prayer

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March 17, 2016

Campus Crime Logs: March 7-13

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March 17, 2016
As part of BU Terrier Days, BU adjunct professors gave tours Wednesday of part-time faculty classrooms to raise awareness about how teaching environments affect the campus environment. PHOTO BY JOHNNY LIU/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

One year after unionizing, BU adjuncts continue contract negotiation

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February 26, 2016

Campus Crime Logs: Feb. 15-21

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February 25, 2016

Campus Crime Logs Feb. 8 – 14

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February 18, 2016

Campus Crime Logs Feb. 1 – 7

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February 11, 2016
Iconic Fenway bar Who’s On First announced its closing Feb. 2 as a result of a shooting in the fall that left one dead and three injured. PHOTO BY ERIN BILLINGS/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Fenway bar Who’s On First permanently closes

Alyssa Meyers
February 9, 2016
The BU Task Force on General Education held a town hall meeting Monday in the Warren Towers Multipurpose Room to discuss the new university-wide General Education Program. PHOTO BY SAVANAH MACDONALD/DAILY FREE PRESS CONTRIBUTOR

Meeting highlights students’ concern on General Education Program

Alyssa Meyers
February 5, 2016
Mayor Martin Walsh released the recommendations of the Late Night Task Force Wednesday, which detailed suggestions on how to boost the vibrancy of Boston's late-night scene. PHOTO BY COLIN BELL/DFP FILE PHOTO

Mayor Martin Walsh announces Late Night Task Force recommendations

Alyssa Meyers
February 1, 2016
Boston city councilors Josh Zakim and Tito Jackson filed a public hearing order on Wednesday in response to an open letter written by Mission Hill and Roxbury residents about their concerns with the Northeastern University police's use of “tactical rifles." PHOTO BY MADISON GOLDMAN/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Councilors Zakim and Jackson file hearing order regarding Northeastern University Police Department

Alyssa Meyers
January 29, 2016

Campus Crime Logs Jan. 18 – 24

Alyssa Meyers
January 28, 2016
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker signed legislation Wednesday that will create Massachusetts’ Workforce Investment Board. PHOTO BY BRIAN SONG/DFP FILE PHOTO

Development board to improve economic growth, strengthen workforce

Alyssa Meyers
December 7, 2015
Massachusetts Inspector General Glenn Cunha has criticized the 2013 deal between the Boston Redevelopment Authority and the Boston Red Sox in a letter to the BRA Monday. PHOTO BY SARAH SILBIGER/DFP FILE PHOTO

Inspector General criticizes Red Sox, BRA deal

Alyssa Meyers
October 29, 2015
The MBTA announced the addition of Green Line countdown signs at Copley, Arlington, Boylston, Park Street, Haymarket, and North Stations this week. PHOTO BY SUSIE TERASAKI/DAILY FREE PRESS CONTRIBUTOR

More countdown clocks come to MBTA Green Line

Alyssa Meyers
October 9, 2015
The Gallup-Purdue Index 2015 Report evaluated the worth of American colleges. PHOTO COURTESY COD NEWSROOM/FLICKR

Half of college alumni say school not worth it, report finds

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October 2, 2015
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