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The Fenway Forward website’s rent control advocacy page. Fenway Forward is partnering with Homes for All Massachusetts to promote rent control on the 2026 statewide ballot.
Advocates push for rent control ballot question, garner student support
October 28, 2025
Mayor Michelle Wu delivers a speech at the Boston No Kings protest Oct. 18. Wu is currently running unopposed for Boston’s next mayoral election after Josh Kraft dropped out of the race.
Boston city councilors, mayor to be selected in municipal elections
October 28, 2025
The Boston University Police Department located at 32 Harry Agganis Way. Last week’s crime logs included several reports of harassment and a fire between Cottage Farm Road and Dummer Street.
Campus Crime Logs: Oct. 18-23
October 27, 2025
A broken down truck on the tracks of the MBTA Green Line between the Blandford Street and Boston University Central stops. Traffic momentarily stopped before a tow truck removed the truck from the scene.
Truck breaks down on Comm. Ave., shuts down Green Line between Blandford, BU Central
October 27, 2025
Students walk past Wheelock College of Education and Human Development. The Living Our Values project is currently being led by Kimberly Howard, a Wheelock professor.
President Gilliam announces 8 core values determined by ‘Living Our Values Initiative,’ community responds
October 24, 2025
The Boston University Police Department located at 32 Harry Agganis Way. Last week’s crime logs included several reports of harassment and a fire between Cottage Farm Road and Dummer Street.
Campus Crime Logs: Oct. 18-23
October 27, 2025
A broken down truck on the tracks of the MBTA Green Line between the Blandford Street and Boston University Central stops. Traffic momentarily stopped before a tow truck removed the truck from the scene.
Truck breaks down on Comm. Ave., shuts down Green Line between Blandford, BU Central
October 27, 2025
Students walk past Wheelock College of Education and Human Development. The Living Our Values project is currently being led by Kimberly Howard, a Wheelock professor.
President Gilliam announces 8 core values determined by ‘Living Our Values Initiative,’ community responds
October 24, 2025
Boston University Student Government President Matthew Feliciano delivers the president’s address. The StuGov executive board BridgeToBU is focused on uniting the BU community by hosting a variety of events.
StuGov slate BridgeToBU aims to fulfill campaign promises despite restructuring
October 24, 2025
The famous CITGO sign in Kenmore Square. Due to construction on the building below, the sign is moving 120 feet east to 660 Beacon St.
Boston’s iconic CITGO sign is being moved — but not far
October 24, 2025
The Fenway Forward website’s rent control advocacy page. Fenway Forward is partnering with Homes for All Massachusetts to promote rent control on the 2026 statewide ballot.
Advocates push for rent control ballot question, garner student support
October 28, 2025
Mayor Michelle Wu delivers a speech at the Boston No Kings protest Oct. 18. Wu is currently running unopposed for Boston’s next mayoral election after Josh Kraft dropped out of the race.
Boston city councilors, mayor to be selected in municipal elections
October 28, 2025
Protesters at the Fenway Health Medical Center on Boylston Street. The center has halted gender-affirming care for patients under 19 after facing federal backlash.
Protests follow Fenway Health decision to end gender-affirming healthcare for patients under 19
October 24, 2025
Fenway Victory Park, one of Boston’s most known and applauded greenspaces. Organizations around the city have been working to improve civilian access to greenery and pushing for energy sustainability.
Four years after local climate initiatives take shape, there’s ‘a lot of work to do’
October 24, 2025
Student Press Law Center press release regarding the Stanford Daily’s lawsuit challenging U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Fifty-five student news organizations across the country have joined an amicus brief filed by SPLC to combat the effect of federal immigration policies on student journalists.
‘Rights don’t defend themselves’: More than 50 student newspapers rally behind Stanford Daily lawsuit against Marco Rubio
October 24, 2025
Julia Bond, an epidemiologist at BU. The NIH recently granted Bond $1.25m to further Bond’s research on sexual health and wellness. COURTESY OF JULIA BOND
BU professor of epidemiology aims to destigmatize sexual health through $1.25M NIH grant
October 27, 2025
A student checks out Tea Dating Advice, an app created for women to share their experiences with specific men to vet out potential partners. The IOS App Store recently removed Tea following a data breach that exposed the shared images and direct messages of its users.
BU students reflect on the rise, fall of Tea app following sudden removal from App Store
October 27, 2025
Things to do this week in Boston: Oct. 27-Nov. 2
October 26, 2025
Spectators in the audience for the 19th annual Boston Palestinian Film Festival, hosted by the Museum of Fine Arts. The festival features stories across the sea, aiming to unite Palestinian Americans and educate local communities about history and culture.
19th annual Boston Palestine Film Festival aims to combat censorship in cinema
October 24, 2025
Protesters hold signs at the No Kings protest at Boston Common Oct. 18. No Kings rallies took place nationwide, and this was Boston’s second No Kings protest since the second Trump administration took office in January.
Local organizations collaborate over shared mission at No Kings protest
October 24, 2025
REVIEW: Big Thief brings intimate energy to MGM Music Hall
REVIEW: Big Thief brings intimate energy to MGM Music Hall
October 28, 2025
Spectators in the audience for the 19th annual Boston Palestinian Film Festival, hosted by the Museum of Fine Arts. The festival features stories across the sea, aiming to unite Palestinian Americans and educate local communities about history and culture.
19th annual Boston Palestine Film Festival aims to combat censorship in cinema
October 24, 2025
Customers wait in line at the new Italian sandwich shop A’ll Antico Vinaio on Boylston St. The Boston location is the company's 18th shop in the United States.
‘Italy’s coming to Boston’: Florence-born sandwich shop All’Antico Vinaio brings authentic flavors to Back Bay
October 22, 2025
The Boston Typewriter Orchestra on Oct.16 at Boston Public Library Rabb Hall stage. The group performed “The Revolution Will Be Typewritten,” using different typewriters as instruments.
Boston Typewriter Orchestra uses music to bring new life to old machines 
October 22, 2025
“Color Flows” on Winter Street in Downtown Crossing. The new initiative by Mayor Michelle Wu will bring food trucks, art installations and cultural events to Winter Street daily until Nov. 16.
Color Flows on Winter Street reimagines city space through public art
October 21, 2025
The Director of Four Seasons gives a presentation to Retail, Luxury and Consumer Association members. RLC recently partnered with several luxury brands for their consulting program.
BU’s luxury business club partners with LVMH to adorn student resumes with high-end success
October 25, 2025
The Innovate@BU building in Central Campus. The center recently helped run the founding of Boston University’s chapter of Student-Made, an experiential program designed to foster social entrepreneurship in students. DFP FILE
Innovate@BU opens online marketplace for ‘Student-Made’ creations
October 16, 2025
A Spotify account plays “The Fate of Ophelia,” the highest streamed track off of Taylor Swift’s new album, “The Life of a Showgirl.” In an era where streaming on platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music dominate, the vinyl record industry has needed to get creative.
Massachusetts record stores, music fans embrace rise of record variants — but they come at a cost
October 14, 2025
Sophomore Arlex Villatoro, Agganis Arena employee, at the Boston University’s men's hockey game on Oct. 10. Agganis Arena is home to the Boston Terriers, but also functions as a concert venue.
The team behind the team: Meet the stars off the ice who run Agganis Arena
October 13, 2025
Boch Wang Theater on Tremont Street. Boston’s independent movie theaters are still drawing patrons to their films despite national decline.
Boston’s independent movie theaters thrive despite national box office decline
October 8, 2025
People enter the Boston Public Schools headquarters in the Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building in Roxbury. Mayor Michelle Wu announced Boston University will receive a $200,000 grant as part of the 2025 Community Clean Air Grant to initiate a new air pollution monitoring system for BPS. DFP FILE
BU researchers receive nearly $200K grant to monitor air pollution in Boston Public Schools
October 25, 2025
Looking northeast Desert Center in California, above I-10, at the Oberon solar monoculture. Boston University postdoctoral student Alexander Dunlap has been studying solar panel sites across the country.
BU faculty uncover what is little known about the production and destruction of solar technology
October 22, 2025
Paul Church of Boston University's Center of Psychological Rehabilitation, former New England Patriots linebacker Ted Johnson and Derek Fullerton, director of government and professional affairs for Maritime Behavioral Health Management, at an event featuring Johnson for World Mental Health Day Oct. 8. Johnson shared his journey from an abusive household to the NFL, stressing the importance of mental and physical health for football players.
Former Patriots linebacker Ted Johnson shares mental health journey at BU, calls out NFL for treatment of CTE
October 16, 2025
The Boston University College of Engineering. A project led by Archana Venkatarman, associate professor in the College of Engineering, and Dr. Swathi Kiran, director of the Center for Brain Research, recently received a $3.2 million grant from the National Institute of Health.
Machine learning meets medicine: BU Center for Brain Research project leverages AI for aphasia treatment
October 14, 2025
World Mental Health Day fair at Boston University’s George Sherman Union on Thursday afternoon. The fair offered free two-minute mental health screenings.
SHS celebrates World Mental Health Day with fair encouraging students to connect with campus resources
October 13, 2025
Agnes Nobile, also known as the “Celtics Queen,” holds a Paul Pierce jersey. The Celtics had their season opener at TD Garden on Oct. 22 against the Philadelphia 76’ers.
Celtics inaugurate 2025-26 season, fans reflect on tight loss to Philadelphia in TD Garden opener
October 28, 2025
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist
Pound-for-Pound: UFC 321’s main event ended in calamity — now what?
October 28, 2025
Inside the Pocket: Why the NFC East is the most competitive division in the NFL
Inside the Pocket: Why the NFC East is the most competitive division in the NFL
October 27, 2025
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Stick Check: The Garden is not Eden
October 27, 2025
Boston University Men’s Soccer Head Coach Kevin Nylen speaks to the team during a huddle.
‘We deserved to lose’: Men’s soccer drops another opportunity to clinch Patriot League tournament spot
October 27, 2025
Agnes Nobile, also known as the “Celtics Queen,” holds a Paul Pierce jersey. The Celtics had their season opener at TD Garden on Oct. 22 against the Philadelphia 76’ers.
Celtics inaugurate 2025-26 season, fans reflect on tight loss to Philadelphia in TD Garden opener
October 28, 2025
The Heat Check: West is best this season, and it’s not close
The Heat Check: West is best this season, and it’s not close
October 21, 2025
Full Court Press: A'ja Wilson is the WNBA goat — she’s not done yet
Full Court Press: A’ja Wilson is the WNBA goat — she’s not done yet
October 14, 2025
Full Court Press: Fever look to beat the odds against the Aces in Game Five
Full Court Press: Fever look to beat the odds against the Aces in Game Five
September 29, 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
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
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist
Pound-for-Pound: UFC 321’s main event ended in calamity — now what?
October 28, 2025
Inside the Pocket: Why the NFC East is the most competitive division in the NFL
Inside the Pocket: Why the NFC East is the most competitive division in the NFL
October 27, 2025
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Stick Check: The Garden is not Eden
October 27, 2025
The Heat Check: West is best this season, and it’s not close
The Heat Check: West is best this season, and it’s not close
October 21, 2025
Let the Games Begin: The Winter Olympics will be better with NHL players
Let the Games Begin: The Winter Olympics will be better with NHL players
October 16, 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
Field hockey gets first Patriot League win of the season against turnpike rivals Holy Cross
September 29, 2025
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
Senior attack Zach Travaglini (12), who tied the game 8-8 in the second half against the Lafayette College Leopards. The Boston University Terriers beat the Leopards 12-10 in The Patriot League men’s lacrosse semifinals May 2. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Terriers defeat Lafayette Leopards 12-10 in thrilling conference semifinal
May 6, 2025
Then-junior midfielder Avery Jones (22) runs with the ball during a game against Colgate University Apr. 17, 2024. In a snowy gameday in upstate New York, the Boston University women’s lacrosse team lost their fourth consecutive game to the Colgate Raiders, 14-10. COURTESY OF MATT WOOLVERTON/BU ATHLETICS
Women’s Lacrosse falls on the road to Colgate, extending losing streak to four games
April 16, 2025
The Boston University women’s lacrosse team celebrates a goal during the game against Bucknell University March 15. The Terriers fell to Loyola Maryland 20-14 on Senior Day Saturday. COURTESY OF ERIN BUSH/BU ATHLETICS
Women’s lacrosse celebrates seniors, loses third consecutive game
April 13, 2025
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
Boston University Men’s Soccer Head Coach Kevin Nylen speaks to the team during a huddle.
‘We deserved to lose’: Men’s soccer drops another opportunity to clinch Patriot League tournament spot
October 27, 2025
New in Terrier town: Men’s soccer newcomers find their footing and fuel the team’s offense
October 26, 2025
Junior forward Andrea Di Blasio (7) attempts to shoot the ball on goal, but his shot is blocked. On Tuesday night, Boston University men’s soccer lost 3-2 to Northeastern.
Men’s soccer fumbles another local derby in the final four minutes
October 15, 2025
Chasing Points: An early look at the Premier League title race
Chasing Points: An early look at the Premier League title race
October 15, 2025
Number 2, senior Ryan Lau winds up for a pass into the midfield. The Boston University Terriers defeated Colgate 1-0 in the men’s soccer game on Friday.
Men’s soccer extends win streak to 4, Saadat earns first-career shutout
October 14, 2025
The No. 2 Boston University softball team (39-19, 14-4 Patriot League) celebrates its victory against the No. 1 Army West Point Black Knights (35-22, 16-2 PL) May 11. This was the Terriers’ third consecutive and eighth overall Patriot League tournament championship, a meaningful title after a tricky 2025 season.
‘In the end, it was a lot sweeter’: BU Softball ends year in Patriot League threepeat
June 6, 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
Alli Lofquist. Lofquist holds Boston University’s indoor and outdoor pole vault records. COURTESY OF BU ATHLETICS
Raising the bar: Alli Lofquist breaks two pole vaulting records, looks forward to Outdoor Championships
May 2, 2025
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
The next nuclear arms race is digital | The Innovation Paradox
The next nuclear arms race is digital | The Innovation Paradox
October 28, 2025
Greta Thunberg and the moral ‘bare minimum’ in the face of atrocity | The Dissenting Opinion
Greta Thunberg and the moral ‘bare minimum’ in the face of atrocity | The Dissenting Opinion
October 27, 2025
Playing the long game | Data Driven
Playing the long game | Data Driven
October 27, 2025
The Daily Free Press office at 708 Commonwealth Ave. The Student Press Law Center filed an amicus brief Oct. 15 to support The Stanford Daily’s lawsuit against U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, which The Daily Free Press endorses.
Editor’s note: Showing solidarity to student journalists amid federal attacks on noncitizens
October 26, 2025
The gamified reality of online hate | The Innovation Paradox
The gamified reality of online hate | The Innovation Paradox
October 24, 2025
The next nuclear arms race is digital | The Innovation Paradox
The next nuclear arms race is digital | The Innovation Paradox
October 28, 2025
Greta Thunberg and the moral ‘bare minimum’ in the face of atrocity | The Dissenting Opinion
Greta Thunberg and the moral ‘bare minimum’ in the face of atrocity | The Dissenting Opinion
October 27, 2025
Playing the long game | Data Driven
Playing the long game | Data Driven
October 27, 2025
The gamified reality of online hate | The Innovation Paradox
The gamified reality of online hate | The Innovation Paradox
October 24, 2025
The terrifying implications of the GOP's gerrymandering efforts | Beyond the Ballot
The terrifying implications of the GOP’s gerrymandering efforts | Beyond the Ballot
October 23, 2025
Popular leftist politics are here. Democrats will do anything to stop them. | Editorial
Popular leftist politics are here. Democrats will do anything to stop them. | Editorial
October 24, 2025
Complicity is neutrality’s long shadow | Editorial
Complicity is neutrality’s long shadow | Editorial
October 7, 2025
What can the rising price of higher education actually buy? | Editorial
What can the rising price of higher education actually buy? | Editorial
September 19, 2025
BU admin’s silencing of student protest isn’t rare — it’s routine | Editorial
BU admin’s silencing of student protest isn’t rare — it’s routine | Editorial
September 11, 2025
The opinion section isn’t fluff — it’s a frontline for student speech | Editorial
The opinion section isn’t fluff — it’s a frontline for student speech | Editorial
June 6, 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: We deserve a better bike lane in front of Warren Towers
OP-ED: We deserve a better bike lane in front of Warren Towers
October 7, 2025
OP-ED: You should skip class
OP-ED: You should skip class
September 2, 2025
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
The dating bi-lemma | My Gay Agenda
The dating bi-lemma | My Gay Agenda
October 28, 2025
Ask Abby (Or Analise): Friend or foe — or future girlfriend?
Ask Abby (Or Analise): Friend or foe — or future girlfriend?
October 28, 2025
Eli Rallo’s ‘Does Anyone Else Feel This Way?’: Yes. We all do.
Eli Rallo’s ‘Does Anyone Else Feel This Way?’: Yes. We all do.
October 28, 2025
An ode to living — what’s been on my mind
An ode to living — what’s been on my mind
October 27, 2025
Pilot | Thought Daughters
Pilot | Thought Daughters
October 27, 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
Modest Mouse on stage at MGM Music Hall on Wednesday.
GALLERY: Modest Mouse return to Boston for 2025 fall tour
October 21, 2025
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
Modest Mouse on stage at MGM Music Hall on Wednesday.
GALLERY: Modest Mouse return to Boston for 2025 fall tour
October 21, 2025
Thousands of protesters gather at Boston Common on Saturday.
GALLERY: Bostonians gather for No Kings protest at Boston Common
October 21, 2025
Fans pose for a photo in front of the Bobby Orr statue, a former Bruins defenseman.
GALLERY: Boston Bruins City Culture
October 14, 2025
Protesters make their way down Winter Street toward Downtown Crossing after breaking through police lines.
GALLERY: Key moments from the pro-Palestine rally in Downtown Boston
October 9, 2025
Members of the organization BAMN, which stands for “by any means necessary,” speak to rallygoers in Columbus Circle.
GALLERY: XR Boston shows out at NYC ‘Make Billionaires Pay’ protest
September 23, 2025
A string of pride flags in the LGBTQIA+ Resource Center in the Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground. Boston University faculty have been asked to remove public-facing pride flags in recent weeks.
BU faculty resist University directives to remove public-facing pride flags
September 19, 2025
A collection of investigative articles on the front pages of The Daily Free Press print editions. Stories like these, researched, written and published by the FreeP, have impacted the Boston University community and shed light on important issues for students, faculty and administration.
Pursuing the truth: A look back at the essential work of The Daily Free Press investigative team
June 6, 2025
Raul Fernandez. Fernandez is a senior lecturer at the Wheelock College of Education and Development and one of many faculty members affected by changes to diversity, equity and inclusion in light of the Trump administration's new policies.
‘The silence is deafening’: Boston University community reacts to DEI changes, national pressure
May 2, 2025
Graphics by Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
BU is suffering from ‘unsustainable’ budget practices, University officials say
May 2, 2025
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
‘Constant disruption’: Warren Towers residents face unexpected challenges amid renovations
March 21, 2025

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Freshman forward Trevor Zegras, shown in a Feb. 22 game against the University of Connecticut, just signed a contract with the Anaheim Ducks, making him one of seven Terriers leaving the program this season. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DFP FILE

Reflecting on 2019-20, O’Connell sees growth and potential to build on

By Brady Gardner
March 29, 2020
Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Cam Crotty): March 19, 2020 (Season Finale)

Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Cam Crotty): March 19, 2020 (Season Finale)

By Brady Gardner
March 19, 2020
Terrier Hockey Talk: March 5, 2020

Terrier Hockey Talk: March 5, 2020

By Brady Gardner
March 5, 2020
Heading into the final series of the regular season, senior forward and captain Patrick Curry, shown in a Feb. 29 game against Boston College, said the playoffs have already started and the team must prepare to face the best version of each team. HARRIS FREEMAN/ DFP FILE

With Hockey East coming to an end, playoff seeding is far from final

By Brady Gardner
March 3, 2020
Senior forward and captain Patrick Curry scored Boston University’s lone goal in Saturday’s 4-1 loss to No. 4 Boston College. HARRIS FREEMAN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BC bests BU 4-1 to clinch Hockey East title

By Brady Gardner
March 1, 2020
Terrier Hockey Talk: February 27, 2020

Terrier Hockey Talk: February 27, 2020

By Brady Gardner
February 27, 2020
Sophomore forward Jack DeBoer, shown in the Jan. 24 game against the University of Massachusetts Lowell, scored his third goal of the season in the second period of Boston University’s 4-3 overtime loss to the University of Connecticut Friday. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DFP FILE

BU upended late by UConn, losing 4-3 in OT

By Brady Gardner
February 23, 2020
Senior forward and captain Patrick Curry scored his team-leading 17th goal in Boston University’s 6-1 loss to the University of Connecticut Saturday. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Terriers stumped in 6-1 loss to UConn

By Brady Gardner
February 23, 2020
Senior forward Patrick Curry, shown in the Feb. 10 Beanpot Final against Northeastern University, leads the Terriers with 16 goals on the season as they head into a home-and-home series against the University of Connecticut Huskies. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DFP FILE

Terriers set to meet UConn in clash of Hockey East’s hottest

By Brady Gardner
February 20, 2020
Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Wilmer Skoog): February 20, 2020

Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Wilmer Skoog): February 20, 2020

By Brady Gardner
February 20, 2020
Senior forward and captain Patrick Curry scored his team-leading 16th goal in Boston University’s 3-1 victory Saturday to complete a weekend sweep of the University of New Hampshire. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU overcomes UNH 3-1 to earn weekend sweep

By Brady Gardner
February 17, 2020
Freshman forward Trevor Zegras tallied two assists and a goal in Boston University’s 4-1 victory on the road against the University of New Hampshire Friday. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU bounces back with 4-1 win at UNH

By Brady Gardner
February 17, 2020
Freshman forward Robert Mastrosimone in the Oct. 26 game against the University of New Hampshire. Mastrosimone and the Terriers will face the Wildcats for a home-and-home series this weekend. CAROLINE FERNANDEZ/ DFP FILE

Looking to rebound, Terriers start Hockey East sprint with UNH series

By Brady Gardner
February 13, 2020
Terrier Hockey Talk (Beanpot Edition): February 13, 2020

Terrier Hockey Talk (Beanpot Edition): February 13, 2020

By Brady Gardner
February 13, 2020
Sophomore forward Jake Wise scored the first goal of the Beanpot Finals against Northeastern University, but the Terriers fell in double overtime, 5-4. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Terriers fall to Huskies in Beanpot finals, 5-4, in double overtime

By Brady Gardner
February 11, 2020
Freshman forward Robert Mastrosimone, shown in a Feb. 7 game against Merrimack College, said his experience in the U.S. Hockey League helped him transition to the Division I Level. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DFP FILE

USHL bond brings rivals together at Beanpot final

By Brady Gardner
February 10, 2020
Freshman forward Wilmer Skoog, shown in a Jan. 25 game against the University of Massachusetts Lowell, won 10 of 14 faceoffs in BU’s 5-1 loss to Merrimack College Friday. EMILY HUNTER/ DFP FILE

Terriers kept quiet in 5-1 home loss to Merrimack

By Brady Gardner
February 9, 2020
Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Alex Brink)

Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Alex Brink)

By Brady Gardner
February 6, 2020
Freshman forward Robert Mastrosimone scored the go-ahead goal in the third period against No. 4 Boston College as the Terriers defeated the Eagles 5-4 in double overtime in the Beanpot semifinal. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

An Instant Classic: Skoog’s double-OT winner caps BU Beanpot comeback, 5-4 over BC

By Brady Gardner
February 4, 2020
Freshman forward Trevor Zegras, shown in a November 2019 game against the University of Massachusetts, scored the game-winning goal in the third period of Boston University’s victory over the University of Vermont Friday. CAROLINE FERNANDEZ/ DFP FILE

Terriers score late in the third period, taking down Vermont on the road, 4-2

By Brady Gardner
February 3, 2020
Senior forward and assistant captain Patrick Harper, shown in a Jan. 18 game against Boston College, will lead the Terriers against the University of Vermont Friday as BU prepares for the Beanpot Monday. EMILY HUNTER/ DFP FILE

BU visits Vermont Friday leading up to Beanpot

By Brady Gardner
January 30, 2020
Senior forward and captain Patrick Curry, shown in a Jan. 18 game against Boston College, leads the Terriers in goals and is looking to win the Beanpot in his final season. RACHEL SHARPLES/ DFP FILE

Eyeing a return to glory, BU and BC gear up for Beanpot semis

By Brady Gardner
January 30, 2020
Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Kasper Kotkansalo): January 28, 2020

Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Kasper Kotkansalo): January 28, 2020

By Brady Gardner
January 28, 2020
Senior forward and captain Patrick Curry scored a late goal to force a 2-2 tie with the University of Massachusetts Lowell at the Tsongas Center Saturday. EMILY HUNTER/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Terriers steal point in 2-2 tie at UMass Lowell

By Brady Gardner
January 27, 2020
Freshman goaltender Ashton Abel shutout the University of Massachusetts Lowell in his first career game at Agganis Arena Friday. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU power play shines late in 5-0 rout of UMass Lowell

By Brady Gardner
January 27, 2020
Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Cam Crotty): January 22, 2020

Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Cam Crotty): January 22, 2020

By Brady Gardner
January 22, 2020
Resilient Terriers come up short at Boston College, 4-3

Resilient Terriers come up short at Boston College, 4-3

By Brady Gardner
January 20, 2020

BU starting Hockey East stretch against Merrimack and BC

By Brady Gardner
January 16, 2020

BU outlasted by Big Green in 5-4 loss at Dartmouth

By Brady Gardner
January 12, 2020

Terriers face Brown, a rare opponent, to re-enter NCAA play

By Brady Gardner
January 6, 2020

Goaltending leads BU to 3-0 win over Concordia

By Brady Gardner
December 30, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Sam Tucker): December 18, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Sam Tucker): December 18, 2019

By Brady Gardner
December 18, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Matt Quercia): December 11, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk (feat. Matt Quercia): December 11, 2019

By Brady Gardner
December 11, 2019
Dom Fensore celebrates his second-period goal in the game against Northeastern University Saturday. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Terriers knock off No. 8/12 Northeastern 6-3 in first half finale

By Brady Gardner
December 8, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk: December 4, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk: December 4, 2019

By Brady Gardner
December 4, 2019
Junior defenseman Cam Crotty got on the scoresheet for Boston University men's ice hockey in the win over Harvard University Wednesday night. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Terriers take down No. 9/12 Harvard in midweek clash

By Brady Gardner
December 4, 2019
Junior defenseman David Farrance, shown in a game against Sacred Heart University, scored 10 goals and 19 points over this season. MATTHEW WOOLVERTON/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Terriers hope to right the ship in midweek meeting with No. 9/12 Harvard

By Brady Gardner
December 2, 2019
The hockey puck is dropped on Madison Square Garden ice in New York City during the match against Cornell University Saturday. BRADY GARDNER/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU shut out by No. 2 Cornell at Red Hot Hockey

By Brady Gardner
December 2, 2019
Jamie Armstrong jousts for a puck with a Pioneer on Tuesday night. Photo by Jenna VanSickle.

BU offense silenced in 4-0 loss to Sacred Heart

By Brady Gardner
December 2, 2019
Sam Tucker and Dom Fensore celebrate Boston University’s win over the University of Vermont. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

O’Connell-less BU blanks Vermont in series opener

By Brady Gardner
November 25, 2019
Sam Tucker tangles with a Catamount behind the Boston University net. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Terriers settle for 3-3 draw after Vermont’s late equalizer

By Brady Gardner
November 25, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk: November 20, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk: November 20, 2019

By Brady Gardner
November 20, 2019
Sam Tucker faces a shooter against University of Massachusetts Amherst. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Tucker, Terriers hang on to defeat No. 5 Massachusetts

By Brady Gardner
November 18, 2019
Boston University and the University of Massachusetts Amherst battle for a puck Friday night. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU unable to find an answer late in defeat at UMass

By Brady Gardner
November 18, 2019
Junior defenseman David Farrance scored 5 goals in Boston University’s last series against Providence College this past weekend. MATTHEW WOOLVERTON/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Hungry for a win, Terriers look ahead to series with No. 2 UMass

By Brady Gardner
November 14, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk: November 13, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk: November 13, 2019

By Brady Gardner
November 13, 2019
David Farrance celebrates the second of his two goals with Trevor Zegras, who had a three-point night. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Farrance hat trick not enough to get BU past No. 11 Providence

By Brady Gardner
November 11, 2019
BU celebrates one of David Farrance’s goals from Friday night against Providence. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Farrance leads BU charge to force 3-3 tie with Providence

By Brady Gardner
November 11, 2019
Senior forward Patrick Harper, shown in an Oct. 18 game against Northern Michigan University, leads BU's assists and points charts this season. LIBBY MCCLELLAND/ DFP FILE

Terriers facing early test in weekend series with Providence

By Brady Gardner
November 7, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk: November 6, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk: November 6, 2019

By Brady Gardner
November 6, 2019
Freshman forward Robert Mastrosimone fends off a Wildcat in last week’s game against UNH. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

41 shots on goal not enough as BU falls to Maine

By Brady Gardner
November 3, 2019
Matt Quercia shields the puck from a Wildcat defenseman in a game against UNH last week. JENNA VANSICKLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Quercia’s late tally earns BU a point at Maine

By Brady Gardner
November 3, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk: October 30, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk: October 30, 2019

By Brady Gardner
October 30, 2019

Strong BU effort not enough to top UMass Lowell in tie

By Brady Gardner
October 27, 2019

Tucker backstops BU to shutout win over UNH

By Brady Gardner
October 27, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk: October 23, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk: October 23, 2019

By Brady Gardner
October 23, 2019
Case McCarthy works his way into shooting position. Photo by Emily Hunter.

Third period push sends Northern Michigan past BU in series finale

By Brady Gardner
October 21, 2019
The Terriers celebrate a goal in their home opener on Friday night. Photo by Emily Hunter.

Despite strong offensive effort, BU ties Northern Michigan 4-4 in home opener

By Brady Gardner
October 21, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk: October 16, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk: October 16, 2019

By Brady Gardner
October 16, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk: October 9, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk: October 9, 2019

By Brady Gardner
October 9, 2019
Senior Patrick Curry scored two goals in a win against Union College on Saturday. EMILY HUNTER/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Terrier offense explodes in season-opening victory

By Brady Gardner
October 6, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk: October 4, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk: October 4, 2019

By Brady Gardner
October 4, 2019
BU celebrates after forward Joel Farabee's first period goal in a 4-2 win against Arizona State in January. MADDIE MALHOTRA/DFP FILE

Men’s hockey to open season against Union Saturday

By Brady Gardner
October 4, 2019
Second-year head coach Albie O’Connell instructs the BU men’s hockey team in a contest at Providence College last spring.

In year two, Albie O’Connell is ready for a major step forward

By Brady Gardner
October 2, 2019
Fifth year Sam Tucker surveys the ice during practice on Sept. 26

In net, Purpura and Tucker are embracing their partnership

By Brady Gardner
October 2, 2019
Senior forward and assistant captain Patrick Harper challenges for a loose puck (left) and shields the puck from a Harvard defenseman (right) at the TD Garden during last winter’s Beanpot tournament.

Harper, Cockerill, young Terrier offense looking to turn heads

By Brady Gardner
October 2, 2019
Terrier Hockey Talk: September 27, 2019

Terrier Hockey Talk: September 27, 2019

By Brady Gardner
September 27, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: Offseason Update

Lighting the Lamp: Offseason Update

By Brady Gardner
May 6, 2019

Terriers ready to turn the page to 2019-20

By Brady Gardner
May 2, 2019

BU men’s hockey 2018-19 season superlatives

By Brady Gardner
April 8, 2019

5 signees, 4 seniors depart from men’s hockey

By Brady Gardner
March 27, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: Season Finale

Lighting the Lamp: Season Finale

By Brady Gardner
March 26, 2019

BU’s season comes to an end with 2-1 overtime loss to Northeastern in Hockey East semifinal

By Brady Gardner
March 24, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: March 19, 2019

Lighting the Lamp: March 19, 2019

By Brady Gardner
March 19, 2019
Terriers ride first period flurry to 4-1 win, series victory over UMass Lowell

Terriers ride first period flurry to 4-1 win, series victory over UMass Lowell

By Brady Gardner
March 17, 2019

Men’s hockey beats UMass Lowell 3-0 in playoff series opener, fall 6-4 in Game 2

By Brady Gardner
March 17, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: March 15, 2019

Lighting the Lamp: March 15, 2019

By Brady Gardner
March 15, 2019

Terriers suffer worst defeat since 2013 in finale at UMaine

By Brady Gardner
March 13, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: March 7, 2019

Lighting the Lamp: March 7, 2019

By Brady Gardner
March 7, 2019
Senior co-captain Bobo Carpenter was one of five seniors honored prior to the Terriers’ 5-1 win over Merrimack College Saturday night. EMILY HUNTER/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Fabbro, Krys shine in 5-1 pounding of Merrimack on Senior Night

By Brady Gardner
March 3, 2019

Oettinger carries BU to a point in 1-1 tie with Providence

By Brady Gardner
March 1, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: Feb. 26, 2019

Lighting the Lamp: Feb. 26, 2019

By Brady Gardner
February 26, 2019

Terriers sweep UVM series on last-minute Farabee winner

By Brady Gardner
February 24, 2019

Terriers capitalize on open net to earn OT win at Vermont

By Brady Gardner
February 23, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: Feb. 21, 2019

Lighting the Lamp: Feb. 21, 2019

By Brady Gardner
February 21, 2019

Terriers blank UConn 2-0 in Oettinger’s 100th game

By Brady Gardner
February 17, 2019

Late comeback not enough as Terriers fall 3-2 to UConn in OT

By Brady Gardner
February 16, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: Feb. 14, 2019

Lighting the Lamp: Feb. 14, 2019

By Brady Gardner
February 14, 2019

Terriers downed by Crimson 5-2, finish fourth in 2019 Beanpot

By Brady Gardner
February 12, 2019
Junior defenseman Dante Fabbro in a game against Northeastern University on Nov. 3. Fabbro recorded two assists against the University of New Hampshire Saturday. MADISON EPPERSON/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Second period onslaught troubles Terriers in 2-4 defeat at UMass

By Brady Gardner
February 9, 2019
Freshman forward Joel Farabee scored the lone goal for BU in their 1-2 OT loss in the Beanpot Semifinal Monday night. MADDIE MALHOTRA FOR THE DAILY FREE PRESS

Oettinger’s effort not enough for Terriers in OT Beanpot loss

By Brady Gardner
February 5, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: Feb. 4, 2019

Lighting the Lamp: Feb. 4, 2019

By Brady Gardner
February 4, 2019

Resilient Terriers come up just short against No. 2 UMass

By Brady Gardner
February 2, 2019
MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DAILY FREE PRESS

Terriers set to host No. 2 UMass Friday in greatest test thus far

By Brady Gardner
January 30, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: Jan. 30, 2019

Lighting the Lamp: Jan. 30, 2019

By Brady Gardner
January 30, 2019
Freshman forward Joel Farabee goes up against Arizona State defenseman Josh Maniscalco during the third period Friday night at Agganis Arena. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA

Terrier offense stifled by Sun Devils in Purpura’s debut

By Brady Gardner
January 27, 2019
Freshman forward Joel Farabee nets his first goal of the night during the first period at Agganis Arena. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA

Terriers defeat Sun Devils 4-2 in captain Carpenter’s milestone night

By Brady Gardner
January 26, 2019
Lighting the Lamp: Jan. 25, 2019

Lighting the Lamp: Jan. 25, 2019

By Brady Gardner
January 25, 2019

Terriers flex their offensive muscle in 7-2 trouncing of Merrimack

By Brady Gardner
January 21, 2019

BU looks to bounce back against Merrimack in Monday matinee

By Brady Gardner
January 21, 2019
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