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Podcaster Alex Cooper claims harassment is ‘still happening’ within BU women’s soccer program, University responds to allegations
12:22 am
Alex Cooper of ‘Call Her Daddy’ alleges sexual harassment by former BU women’s soccer coach
June 10, 2025
El Centro Mexican Restaurant located in Boston’s South End. El Centro is one of the 37 restaurants recently awarded with a liquor license in the City of Boston’s effort to revitalize nightlife.
Boston leaders attempt to revitalize nightlife despite legislative hurdles, community criticism
June 6, 2025
Joe’s restaurant on Newbury Street, a popular neighborhood strip lined with retail stores and places to eat. Both customers and restaurant owners expressed their worries about the potential effects of the Trump administration’s tariffs on Boston businesses.
Boston restaurants may face rising prices, loss of consumers should Trump tariffs take effect
June 6, 2025
Members of Boston University’s former Students for Justice in Palestine rally at Marsh Plaza March 5 after being placed on probation by the Student Activities Office. SJP and BU’s chapter of Young Democratic Socialists of America both faced disciplinary action from SAO during the spring semester.
SJP, YDSA face disciplinary action at BU, raises concerns over free expression
June 6, 2025
Podcaster Alex Cooper claims harassment is ‘still happening’ within BU women’s soccer program, University responds to allegations
12:22 am
Alex Cooper of ‘Call Her Daddy’ alleges sexual harassment by former BU women’s soccer coach
June 10, 2025
Members of Boston University’s former Students for Justice in Palestine rally at Marsh Plaza March 5 after being placed on probation by the Student Activities Office. SJP and BU’s chapter of Young Democratic Socialists of America both faced disciplinary action from SAO during the spring semester.
SJP, YDSA face disciplinary action at BU, raises concerns over free expression
June 6, 2025
Two representatives from The Daily Free Press interviewing Boston University President Melissa Gilliam in 2024. This past school year, Gilliam’s first as BU’s president, was a challenging time for universities, eliciting several calls to action from Gilliam and the administration itself.
BU President Melissa Gilliam reflects on ‘unusual’ year for universities, stresses community
June 6, 2025
Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies has experienced a high number of retirements from senior colleagues over the last few years. Despite faculty changes, current Pardee faculty voiced their confidence in junior professors and new hires to continue the school’s mission.
Wave of retirements at Pardee brings new professors, school maintains founding vision
June 6, 2025
El Centro Mexican Restaurant located in Boston’s South End. El Centro is one of the 37 restaurants recently awarded with a liquor license in the City of Boston’s effort to revitalize nightlife.
Boston leaders attempt to revitalize nightlife despite legislative hurdles, community criticism
June 6, 2025
Joe’s restaurant on Newbury Street, a popular neighborhood strip lined with retail stores and places to eat. Both customers and restaurant owners expressed their worries about the potential effects of the Trump administration’s tariffs on Boston businesses.
Boston restaurants may face rising prices, loss of consumers should Trump tariffs take effect
June 6, 2025
Fenway Park workers distribute packets of peanuts outside the ballpark before the game on Fenway Opening Day April 4. More than 1,000 UNITE HERE Local 26 union workers employed at MGM Music Hall and Fenway Park will vote from June 13 to 15 to authorize the first concessions workers’ strike in Fenway history.
Local 26 union workers at Fenway Park, MGM Music Hall prepare for June 13-15 strike vote
May 19, 2025
Franklin Street in Downtown Boston, located in the Financial District and the city’s District 2. In order to combat rising temperatures, Boston City Council met May 9 to discuss expanding urban tree canopies in District 2 neighborhoods that possess disproportionately low urban tree canopy levels compared to other neighborhoods.
Boston City Council considers plans for cooling centers, urban tree canopies amid rising temperatures
May 16, 2025
Protestors at a rally organized by Boylston Students for Justice in Palestine Friday. Boylston SJP members protested an article published by Emerson College’s student newspaper. The article contained bodycam footage of the police raid on Boylston SJP’s pro-Palestine encampment last year.
The Berkeley Beacon bodycam article sparks protest, backlash over student journalist ethics
May 2, 2025
Greek Rock decorated in green and gold behind the School of Law. BU students participate in a variety of traditions, including hockey games, club rock paintings, and even late night slices at T. Anthony's Pizzeria.
Paint, pizza, pride: BU students build tradition in the city
June 6, 2025
An invitation from your radio: First WBUR Festival marks station’s 75th anniversary
An invitation from your radio: First WBUR Festival marks station’s 75th anniversary
June 4, 2025
Dalton and the Sheriffs plays their set on the Green Stage at Boston Calling.
Dalton and the Sheriffs called in to kickstart summer at Boston Calling
June 1, 2025
High heels including strappy, stiletto and platform lined up on the table in front of Boston University’s Marsh Chapel. BU Student Government’s Sexual Assault Prevention department’s Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event, where male-identifying students walked a mile in high heels to spread awareness of sexual violence against women.
Male-identifying students at BU walk a mile in high heels to raise awareness about sexual violence
May 12, 2025
The feed in the Sway app. Sway is an app where each day users post one song and can view, like and dislike the songs posted by their friends, allowing users to discover new music.
‘BeReal for music’: BU student develops song sharing platform to ‘Sway’ your music taste in new directions
May 2, 2025
Dalton and the Sheriffs plays their set on the Green Stage at Boston Calling.
Dalton and the Sheriffs called in to kickstart summer at Boston Calling
June 1, 2025
Anthony Buono. Buono is a Boston University College of Arts and Sciences alum and the current president of the Town Meeting Members Association. COURTESY OF JOE BOSCO
BU alum, YDSA President Anthony Buono makes strides in Brookline Town Meeting as one of youngest members
May 2, 2025
Matthew Teitelbaum. Teitelbaum will retire as Director of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston in June. COURTESY OF MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, BOSTON
The making of ‘a museum for Boston’: MFA director prepares to step down after a decade of change
May 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
Kenneth Lutchen. Lutchen was recently recognized as an American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow. COURTESY OF KENNETH LUTCHEN
BU’s renowned Kenneth Lutchen honored as an American Association of Science Fellow
April 15, 2025
The feed in the Sway app. Sway is an app where each day users post one song and can view, like and dislike the songs posted by their friends, allowing users to discover new music.
‘BeReal for music’: BU student develops song sharing platform to ‘Sway’ your music taste in new directions
May 2, 2025
Anthony Buono. Buono is a Boston University College of Arts and Sciences alum and the current president of the Town Meeting Members Association. COURTESY OF JOE BOSCO
BU alum, YDSA President Anthony Buono makes strides in Brookline Town Meeting as one of youngest members
May 2, 2025
Ben & Jerry’s, in partnership with local food influencer Armani Thao, Boston University PRLab and the nonprofit Autism Eats, launched a new ice cream flavor to raise money and awareness for autism-friendly dining during Autism Awareness Month.
Ben & Jerry’s, BU PR Lab, local influencer team up for inclusive ice cream campaign supporting autism awareness
May 1, 2025
Barstool BU’s Instagram post the day before Marathon Monday. Two student Instagram accounts, @slackerbu and @barstoolbu, have built followings as they chronicle the BU student experience, becoming unofficial storytellers of life as a Terrier.
Inside the student-run accounts that shape Comm Ave. campus culture
April 28, 2025
An Instagram post advertising BU Filipino Student Association’s Speaker Series with Marizza Delgado. Delgado spoke to the organization about her journey in data science and pageantry Saturday.
‘More than a crown’: Marizza Delgado finds confidence in data science, pageant runway, cross-culture identity
April 14, 2025
The members of New England band Copilot put their index fingers together to demonstrate the band's pre-show ritual. Each artist who played Boston Calling brought their own personal style, which can be seen in their efforts to prepare for their performances. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
From rehearsal rooms to festival stages: Boston Calling behind the scenes
June 2, 2025
Su Yavuz, R&B jazz singer, pianist and rising sophomore at the Berklee College of Music, performs a set with her band. Boston Calling and Berklee partnered this year to showcase the Yavuz’s talent.
Berklee students hit a high note with Boston Calling debut
June 2, 2025
Dalton and the Sheriffs plays their set on the Green Stage at Boston Calling.
Dalton and the Sheriffs called in to kickstart summer at Boston Calling
June 1, 2025
Crowd members put up their flashlights during headliner Avril Lavigne’s set on the second day of Boston Calling. The festival featured various genres — from alternative to country — throughout the weekend.
REVIEW: Boston Calling 2025: 3 days, 3 genres, 3 crowds
May 29, 2025
Audience members dance to Avril Lavigne’s set on Day 2 of the 2025 Boston Calling music festival. This year’s lineup featured musicians from a variety of genres, including emo pop-punk band Fall Out Boy, hip-hop artist T-Pain and country singers Luke Combs and Sheryl Crow.
Boston Calling Music Festival 2025 attracts widespread fanbase
May 29, 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
Podcaster Alex Cooper claims harassment is ‘still happening’ within BU women’s soccer program, University responds to allegations
12:22 am
Alex Cooper of ‘Call Her Daddy’ alleges sexual harassment by former BU women’s soccer coach
June 10, 2025
Men’s basketball coach Joe Jones huddles up with players during a game in February. Jones, who is entering his fifteenth year as head coach, shared his excitement about the team’s participation in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Showcase against Harvard University Nov. 22.
Men’s basketball set to participate in Hall of Fame showcase
June 6, 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
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
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
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist
Pound-for-Pound: The clock is ticking on UFC 317
April 28, 2025
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist
Pound-for-Pound: The BMF belt has lost its purpose
April 22, 2025
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
5-Minute Major: Ovechkin’s goal record is complicated
April 16, 2025
Holly Gustavsen | Co-Photo Editor
Cut the Chicane: Red Bull needs a new strategy
April 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
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
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
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
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
How to beat the freshman fashion crisis | Geek Chic
How to beat the freshman fashion crisis | Geek Chic
June 6, 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
What’s left if we can’t ask 'what if'? | Editorial
What’s left if we can’t ask ‘what if’? | Editorial
May 2, 2025
'Pizzagate' and how social media has created a pandemic of misinformation | Terms and Conditions
‘Pizzagate’ and how social media has created a pandemic of misinformation | Terms and Conditions
May 2, 2025
Editor-in-Chief Brendan Galvin.
Letter from the Editor: Crossing the finish line
May 2, 2025
How to beat the freshman fashion crisis | Geek Chic
How to beat the freshman fashion crisis | Geek Chic
June 6, 2025
'Pizzagate' and how social media has created a pandemic of misinformation | Terms and Conditions
‘Pizzagate’ and how social media has created a pandemic of misinformation | Terms and Conditions
May 2, 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
Democracy dies in brightness | Con-Current Events
Democracy dies in brightness | Con-Current Events
April 29, 2025
Superfine or Superficial? | Geek Chic
Superfine or Superficial? | Geek Chic
April 29, 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
What’s left if we can’t ask 'what if'? | Editorial
What’s left if we can’t ask ‘what if’? | Editorial
May 2, 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
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
To all the freshmen I’ve never met before | Just Gabbing
To all the freshmen I’ve never met before | Just Gabbing
June 6, 2025
Put in the extra effort to personalize your dorm — you’ll thank yourself later
Put in the extra effort to personalize your dorm — you’ll thank yourself later
June 6, 2025
Emily Henry’s ‘Great Big Beautiful Life’ was written for journalists | By the Book
Emily Henry’s ‘Great Big Beautiful Life’ was written for journalists | By the Book
May 27, 2025
Met Gala 2025: A night of bold fashion, Black dandyism
Met Gala 2025: A night of bold fashion, Black dandyism
May 13, 2025
Franklin Street in Downtown Boston, located in the Financial District and the city’s District 2. In order to combat rising temperatures, Boston City Council met May 9 to discuss expanding urban tree canopies in District 2 neighborhoods that possess disproportionately low urban tree canopy levels compared to other neighborhoods.
Frolicking: A springtime pastime
May 2, 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
Vendors selling Red Sox merch at Kenmore Square, across the street from BU’s Marciano Commons.
GALLERY: There’s no culture like Sox culture
June 6, 2025
The members of New England band Copilot put their index fingers together to demonstrate the band's pre-show ritual. Each artist who played Boston Calling brought their own personal style, which can be seen in their efforts to prepare for their performances. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
From rehearsal rooms to festival stages: Boston Calling behind the scenes
June 2, 2025
Boston-born Bebe Stockwell opens the performances on the Green Stage with her set.
GALLERY: Cowboy hats, colored hair at Boston Calling 2025
May 30, 2025
Graduates record videos and throw their caps in the air as confetti falls to signify the end of Commencement.
GALLERY: Caps soar at BU’s Commencement Ceremony
May 26, 2025
Parfait Soliel performs “We Will” at the main stage.
GALLERY: Culture Blooms in Downtown with Japan Festival Boston
May 2, 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
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor, Josephine Kalbfleisch | DFP Photographer, Lauren Albano | Campus Co-Editor
Musk Foundation donations to BU rocketry club launch debate
February 28, 2025

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Final word: A letter from the editor

By Haley Lerner
December 5, 2019

Men’s Basketball returns core pieces in hopes of a better season

By Haley Lerner
October 31, 2019
Norwegian singer-songwriter Sigrid performs at Paradise Rock Club on Saturday evening. ALI AUDET/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Sigrid dazzles at Paradise Rock Club

By Haley Lerner
September 24, 2019
Erin Edwards, pictured above, a rising junior in the BU College of Communication, died Wednesday. Edwards was a Posse scholar, active member at the Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground and news writer for the Daily Free Press. PHOTO COURTESY/ERIN EDWARDS’ INSTAGRAM

Obituary: BU student Erin Edwards remembered by friends and peers

By Haley Lerner
August 24, 2019
“After,” a new drama movie based off of a Wattpad story, was released on April 12. COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

‘After’ is everything you don’t want in a movie, that’s why you should watch it

By Haley Lerner
April 19, 2019
University investigating Eta Chapter of Alpha Phi

University investigating Eta Chapter of Alpha Phi

By Haley Lerner
April 16, 2019
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reported a confirmed case of measles in the Greater Boston Area Monday. COURTESY OF U.S. AIR FORCE/ MATTHEW LOTZ

Confirmed measles case in Greater Boston

By Haley Lerner
April 2, 2019
Strong winds blow through Boston

Strong winds blow through Boston

By Haley Lerner
February 26, 2019
Suffolk County Sheriff's Department in Boston. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees at the Suffolk County House of Correction have been on a hunger strike since Feb. 15, saying they are experiencing poor conditions. JENNA MANTO/ DFP FILE

ICE detainees go on hunger strike at Suffolk County prison

By Haley Lerner
February 21, 2019
City crime logs: Feb. 17–19

City crime logs: Feb. 17–19

By Haley Lerner
February 21, 2019
Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker and Boston Mayor Martin Walsh attended the Chinatown Neighborhood Center’s 50th anniversary tea ceremony on Friday. HALEY LERNER / DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Baker, Walsh attend Chinatown tea ceremony

By Haley Lerner
February 8, 2019
Patriots Fans celebrate the team’s victory Sunday over the Los Angeles rams. OLIVIA FALCIGNO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Young Patriots fans swarm Boston Common after Super Bowl victory

By Haley Lerner
February 4, 2019
Wheelock College prior to the school’s merger with Boston University in June 2018. HANNAH ROGERS/ DFP FILE

State proposes finance monitoring for private colleges

By Haley Lerner
January 27, 2019

Elizabeth Warren joins airport protest against government shutdown

By Haley Lerner
January 22, 2019
President Brown attended meeting with Amazon executives

President Brown attended meeting with Amazon executives

By Haley Lerner
January 10, 2019
A break-in occurred at Boston University’s College of Communication Monday night. MEGHANA PATNANA/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Break-in reported at COM

By Haley Lerner
December 11, 2018
Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston was not among the members named by Pope Francis to an organizing committee for an upcoming summit on abuse prevention. COURTESY OF SCOTT MAENTZ VIA WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Boston Cardinal O’Malley omitted from Vatican child abuse prevention committee

By Haley Lerner
November 27, 2018
Boston University service workers rally Tuesday ahead of the Oct. 31 deadline to negotiate their contracts with the school. A tentative agreement was struck hours after the deadline, averting a strike. SOPHIE PARK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU service workers and administration reach contract agreement, avoid strike

By Haley Lerner
November 1, 2018
Brookline residents rally against a proposed conversion of the former Waxy’s Modern Irish Bar location into the nation’s largest retail marijuana store. SOPHIE PARK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Brookline residents clash with marijuana retailers over potential opening of dispensary

By Haley Lerner
October 25, 2018
Boston Mayor Martin Walsh gets vaccinated Wednesday during a flu shot clinic at Boston City Hall. COURTESY OF ISABEL LEON/ MAYOR’S OFFICE

Pop-up flu clinic at City Hall provides free vaccinations to residents without health insurance

By Haley Lerner
October 25, 2018

Marchant Glacier renamed in light of professor’s sexual harassment

By Haley Lerner
September 20, 2018
Hundreds took to Copley Square Sunday to express their support for the third ballot question in the upcoming Massachusetts general election. PHOTO BY RACHEL SHARPLES/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Residents rally in support of transgender protections in Massachusetts

By Haley Lerner
September 16, 2018
Rachel Rollins is the first woman of color to be nominated to serve as Suffolk County’s district attorney. PHOTO BY FELIX PHILLIPS/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Suffolk DA nominee aims to decrease incarceration in communities of color

By Haley Lerner
September 13, 2018
The wave of college students settling back into Boston has invariably caused significant delays on the roads. PHOTO BY CHLOE GRINBERG/ DFP FILE PHOTO

College back-to-school rush drives up traffic congestion in city

By Haley Lerner
September 13, 2018
City Crime Logs: Sept. 10

City Crime Logs: Sept. 10

By Haley Lerner
September 12, 2018
Following the death of a 2-year-old boy in a car crash on L Street in July, the Boston Police Department issued close to 500 speeding tickets to drivers on Day Boulevard last week. PHOTO BY CHLOE GRINBERG/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Police crack down on traffic violations after toddler’s death

By Haley Lerner
September 9, 2018
Voter turnout for Tuesday's Democratic primaries in Boston was significantly higher than that of last year's mayoral election. PHOTO BY SOFIA KOYAMA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Voter turnout more than triples in number from mayoral primary last year

By Haley Lerner
September 6, 2018
A group of elderly women facing evictions from the Old Lady's Guild House, a rooming house in the Fenway area, rallied against what they claimed were age-discrimination policies. PHOTO BY FELIX PHILLIPS/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Evicted elderly tenants rise up against Catholic nuns, claiming elder abuse

By Haley Lerner
September 6, 2018
City Crime Logs: Aug. 13 - Sept. 4

City Crime Logs: Aug. 13 – Sept. 4

By Haley Lerner
September 6, 2018
Ayanna Pressley won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House of Representatives Tuesday in the Massachusetts primary elections. PHOTO BY HALEY LERNER/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Pressley wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in historic primary election

By Haley Lerner
September 5, 2018
The National Parks of Boston hosted a ceremony on Monday at the Charlestown Navy Yard in honor of the thousands of women who stepped into jobs held by men during World War II, known as "Rosies." PHOTO BY HALEY LERNER/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Women workers of WWII honored in Labor Day ceremony

By Haley Lerner
September 3, 2018

BU parts ways with BU Academy head of school

By Haley Lerner
July 11, 2018
Raise Up Massachusetts hosts a march for the Fight for $15 on the Boston Common on March 4. Gov. Charlie Baker signed a bill Thursday to increase the minimum wage to $15 over the next five years. PHOTO BY FRANCHESCA VIAUD/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Baker signs ‘Grand Bargain,’ approves $15 minimum wage, paid family leave

By Haley Lerner
June 29, 2018
A new petition is pushing to alleviate the stress of student debt for college students in Massachusetts. PHOTO BY BETSEY GOLDWASSER/DFP FILE PHOTO

Nonprofit petitions work to eliminate student loan debt

By Haley Lerner
June 17, 2018
In April, the Boston Public Improvement Commission voted to revert Yawkey Way back to its original name, Jersey Street. PHOTO BY MAISIE MANSFIELD-GREENWALD/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Ongoing issues in Boston will continue to shape the city

By Haley Lerner
June 5, 2018
Harvard University in Cambridge. Harvard research and teaching assistants have voted to form a union, allowing them to collectively bargain with the university for better conditions. PHOTO BY MADHAV KOHLI/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Harvard teaching assistants have voted to unionize. BU grad students want the same.

By Haley Lerner
April 25, 2018
Graduates rise from their seats during Boston University’s All-University Commencement Ceremony. Tickets for a package of Senior Week events this year costs $75. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/DFP FILE PHOTO

2018 Senior Week offers more events, lower prices

By Haley Lerner
April 19, 2018
Panelists speak during “Climate Action for Our Future: Mobilizing Student Power” on Wednesday evening. The Environmental Student Organization and Divest BU hosted the event to discuss climate change in Boston. PHOTO BY MADHAV KOHLI/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Panelists urge students to take action against climate change

By Haley Lerner
April 18, 2018
A rendering of what the outside of the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine will look like following BU’s renovation. The groundbreaking ceremony for the renovation was on April 5. PHOTO COURTESY LISA CASE

Dental school renovation to add seven-story extension

By Haley Lerner
April 11, 2018
Protesters rally in support of sexual assault victims in front of the State House Tuesday. The event was held to support current legislation that addresses sexual assault. PHOTO COURTESY THE EVERY VOICE COALITION

Students rally to fight for sexual assault protections on campuses

By Haley Lerner
April 10, 2018
The “Free at Last” sculpture in Marsh Plaza, erected in memory of Martin Luther King Jr.. The 50th anniversary of the assassination of BU alumnus Martin Luther King Jr. was marked Wednesday. PHOTO BY FELIX PHILLIPS/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU honors legacy of alumnus Martin Luther King Jr. with discussions and activities

By Haley Lerner
April 5, 2018
GRAPHIC BY SHAUN ROBINSON/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU sees rise in sexual assault reports, drop in drug-related crimes

By Haley Lerner
April 5, 2018
Brandy Moser, a BU student, who is helping to bring CHAARG to campus. CHAARG is a girls’ health and fitness organization. PHOTO BY VIVIAN MYRON/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Girls’ fitness organization CHAARG coming to campus next fall

By Haley Lerner
March 29, 2018
A digital billboard outside of the Kenmore Square T stop. The MBTA is starting a new project that displays short documentary-style videos made by local teens on digital billboards. PHOTO BY JOHN LITTLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Local teenagers display videos at MBTA stations

By Haley Lerner
March 28, 2018
Students vote during a Student Government meeting. Student Government reserved roughly $15,000 of their budget for Cabinet events. PHOTO BY RACHEL SHARPLES/ DFP FILE PHOTO

SG discusses allocation of its $15,000 Cabinet budget

By Haley Lerner
March 22, 2018
Mark A. Rothstein, a professor at the University of Louisville and founding director of the Institute for bioethics speaks during the “Is Patient Privacy Dead?” lecture on Tuesday afternoon. The lecture addressed questions about the future of health privacy in the 21st century. PHOTO BY DENGFENG YANG/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

SPH guest lecturer discusses pros and cons of patient health privacy

By Haley Lerner
March 20, 2018
The Earl Center at Wheelock College. It was announced on Thursday that the BU-Wheelock merger will cause more than 100 layoffs. PHOTO BY YAOCHI FU/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Merger will result in more than 100 Wheelock layoffs

By Haley Lerner
March 19, 2018
Wells Fargo’s AI Aiera robot has calculated that Boston will be the location of Amazon’s HQ2. PHOTO BY VIGUNTHAAN THARMARAJAH/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Wells Fargo AI predicts Boston as Amazon HQ2 location

By Haley Lerner
March 15, 2018
Former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell in the Law Auditorium on Wednesday evening. PHOTO BY JOHN LITTLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell discusses changing U.S. role in Middle East

By Haley Lerner
March 15, 2018
Ban Ki-Moon, the eighth secretary-general of the UN, after the inaugural ceremony for BU’s Global Development Policy Center on Wednesday morning. PHOTO BY JACQUELINE YI ZHOU/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Ban Ki-moon speaks at GDP Center inauguration

By Haley Lerner
March 1, 2018
Students collect books for BU Domestic and International Relief Efforts at the GSU on Monday afternoon. PHOTO BY SOFIA KOYAMA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Student group collects books for youth in need

By Haley Lerner
February 27, 2018
GRAPHIC BY SHAUN ROBINSON/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Record-setting number of students apply via early decision

By Haley Lerner
February 16, 2018

Sustainable Ocean Alliance seeks support to reduce plastic straw use on campus

By Haley Lerner
February 9, 2018
Rachel Bennetts speaks during a meeting at the CGSA office in the George Sherman Union. PHOTO BY JOHN LITTLE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

CGSA advocates for more gender-inclusive housing and restrooms

By Haley Lerner
February 8, 2018

BU, among other American universities, receives fewer international applications than expected

By Haley Lerner
February 6, 2018

SPH talk sheds light on opioid epidemic implications

By Haley Lerner
February 1, 2018

Philadelphia-related icons banned from Esplanade

By Haley Lerner
January 29, 2018

Las Vegas gunman set sights on Charles River Campus before attack

By Haley Lerner
January 25, 2018

Thousands attend Women’s March in Cambridge

By Haley Lerner
January 22, 2018

Students hope to bring CHAARG, health and fitness to BU

By Haley Lerner
January 19, 2018
Boston University and Wheelock College will officially merge in the 2018-19 school year. PHOTO BY YAOCHI FU/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Next steps in the BU-Wheelock merger

By Haley Lerner
December 10, 2017
Boston residents protest the repeal of net neutrality outside of the Verzion store at 745 Boylston St. Thursday night. PHOTO BY VIGUNTHAAN THARMARAJAH/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Boston residents protest possible net neutrality repeal at Verizon location

By Haley Lerner
December 8, 2017
João Vale de Almeida, the European Union ambassador to the United Nations, speaks at Boston University Thursday evening. PHOTO BY ELIZA SHAW/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

EU ambassador to UN discusses multilateral diplomacy

By Haley Lerner
December 1, 2017
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority announces they will end a five-year ban on alcohol advertisements. PHOTO BY BRIAN SONG/ DFP FILE PHOTO

MBTA allows alcohol advertisements despite criticism

By Haley Lerner
November 29, 2017

Zakim, City Council push to increase access to ballots

By Haley Lerner
November 20, 2017
Café ArtScience bar director Tenzin Samdo mixes a drink during his shift Thursday afternoon. A Boston University professor at the Questrom School of Business is facing criticism for acting hostile towards Samdo and other employees at the restaurant. PHOTO BY JENNA MANTO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Yelp bar review puts Questrom professor under fire

By Haley Lerner
November 17, 2017
Berklee College of Music students walk from 136 Massachusetts Ave. to the David Friend Recital Hall Monday afternoon in response to sexual assault allegations against Berklee professors. PHOTO BY HALEY LERNER/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Berklee students walk-out in protest of sexual assault allegations

By Haley Lerner
November 14, 2017
Maria Gomez and other Boston University students bring the nonprofit organization MEDLIFE to BU. PHOTO COURTESY MARIA GOMEZ

Students bring nonprofit MEDLIFE to campus

By Haley Lerner
November 14, 2017
Male Ph.D. candidates submit and publish papers at higher rates than their female peers. PHOTO COURTESY ORIN ZEBEST

Study points to gender bias among doctoral students

By Haley Lerner
November 13, 2017
Damon Davis speaks about his film “Whose Streets?” after the screening Wednesday night at the Tsai Performance Center. PHOTO BY YVETTE LOPEZ/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU joins lawsuit opposing university liability for student suicides

By Haley Lerner
November 9, 2017
A man votes at the Allston Branch Library. PHOTO BY ISABELLA ARTEAGA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Voter turnout remains low, residents recognize importance of election

By Haley Lerner
November 8, 2017
Wheelock students will continue to pay Wheelock College’s tuition after the merge with Boston University. PHOTO BY YAOCHI FU/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU-Wheelock merger: what it means financially

By Haley Lerner
November 3, 2017
María Inclán speaks at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies Thursday evening about her research on social movements, protest and democracy. PHOTO BY MAGGIE LEONE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Mexican professor talks about Zapatista movement, modern relevance

By Haley Lerner
October 27, 2017
A protester carries a sign Saturday afternoon at a rally against the Baupost Group, one of the largest holders of Puerto Rican debt. PHOTO BY ISABELLA ARTEAGA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Residents rally against Boston-based Puerto Rico debt holder

By Haley Lerner
October 22, 2017
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce ranks Boston the No. 1 city for startups in their Innovation that Matters list. PHOTO COURTESY CYBERX

Boston maintains top spot for startup city environment

By Haley Lerner
October 18, 2017
BU Libraries hosts an edit-a-thon at the Thurman Center in the George Sherman Union Wednesday afternoon during BU's Open Access Month. PHOTO BY YVETTE LOPEZ/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU Libraries launches Open Access Month with Wikipedia edit-a-thon

By Haley Lerner
October 12, 2017
The Boston University Center for the Study of Asia hosts “Showdown on the Korean Peninsula: The United States, China and the Two Koreas” Tuesday evening at the Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies. PHOTO BY JENNA MANTO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Local experts examine North Korean nuclear crisis

By Haley Lerner
October 4, 2017
Kobi Kassal and Elina Kent train DJs to use equipment in the new WTBU studio, which will open for programming on Oct. 4. PHOTO BY CHLOE GRINBERG/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

New WTBU studio prepares to open

By Haley Lerner
September 29, 2017
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