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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.
Boston City Hall. City Councillors recognized International Jazz Day, approved a Youth Works Grant and discussed establishing an office and a commission for LGBTQIA2S+ advancement and oversight respectively.
City Council celebrates International Jazz Day, approves $4 million for YouthWorks Grant, discusses establishment Office of LGBTQIA2s+ Advancement, Oversight Commission
April 30, 2025
BU Young Americans for Freedom Secretary Colin Sharpe in the George Sherman Union. Sharpe and Alpha Barry, another leader of YAF, invited passersby to debate mass deportations with them in the lobby of the George Sherman Union April 29.
BUYAF debates students in GSU regarding mass deportations, students ‘disgusted’
April 30, 2025
A DiscoverBrookline.com sign. The town of Brookline offers many opportunities for young people to get involved in the local government.
Brookline cultivates space for youth activists, advocates
April 30, 2025
An Instagram post from BU Young Democratic Socialists demanding a sanctuary campus. Boston University President Melissa Gilliam announced a new resource hub, Support Pathways Initiative, that will offer free one-time confidential consultations with an immigration lawyer; however student organizations believe BU should be taking more direct action to protect its students.
BU launches ‘resource hub’ for international community, student organizations want more
April 30, 2025
The Archaeology Department in Boston University’s College of Arts and Sciences. Graduate students in the Anthropology and Archaeology departments of the BU College of Arts and Sciences allege the University is violating two articles in the SEIU Local 509 contract ratified Oct. 16, 2024. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Archaeology, anthropology graduate students allege union contract violations, program funding, future uncertain
April 10, 2025
BU Young Americans for Freedom Secretary Colin Sharpe in the George Sherman Union. Sharpe and Alpha Barry, another leader of YAF, invited passersby to debate mass deportations with them in the lobby of the George Sherman Union April 29.
BUYAF debates students in GSU regarding mass deportations, students ‘disgusted’
April 30, 2025
An Instagram post from BU Young Democratic Socialists demanding a sanctuary campus. Boston University President Melissa Gilliam announced a new resource hub, Support Pathways Initiative, that will offer free one-time confidential consultations with an immigration lawyer; however student organizations believe BU should be taking more direct action to protect its students.
BU launches ‘resource hub’ for international community, student organizations want more
April 30, 2025
The Archaeology Department in Boston University’s College of Arts and Sciences. Graduate students in the Anthropology and Archaeology departments of the BU College of Arts and Sciences allege the University is violating two articles in the SEIU Local 509 contract ratified Oct. 16, 2024. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Archaeology, anthropology graduate students allege union contract violations, program funding, future uncertain
April 10, 2025
2025-2026 Student Government’s announcement dinner Sunday. In a record-breaking turnout, BridgeToBU was elected to serve as the 2025-2026 StuGov Executive Board. PHOTO BY CAMILLE BUGAYONG
‘A vessel to make change’ comes as BridgeToBU wins StuGov election
April 9, 2025
Rafaele DiMaggio (left) and Sean Sun (right) present the finalized changes to the Community Service Fee at the Boston University Student Government meeting Monday. StuGov approved Senate Resolution 36 to adjust the cost of the Community Service Fee and Senate Resolution 37 to endorse the new student organization BU Prevent. SIENA GLEASON/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
StuGov welcomes new president, endorses preventative care organization, adjusts Community Service Fee
April 8, 2025
Boston City Hall. City Councillors recognized International Jazz Day, approved a Youth Works Grant and discussed establishing an office and a commission for LGBTQIA2S+ advancement and oversight respectively.
City Council celebrates International Jazz Day, approves $4 million for YouthWorks Grant, discusses establishment Office of LGBTQIA2s+ Advancement, Oversight Commission
April 30, 2025
A DiscoverBrookline.com sign. The town of Brookline offers many opportunities for young people to get involved in the local government.
Brookline cultivates space for youth activists, advocates
April 30, 2025
Boston City Hall. The Boston City Council discussed public safety issues regarding substance use in Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard and passed a resolution requiring Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training in high schools and supporting language inclusivity for speakers with limited English proficiency during its Wednesday meeting. AVA RUBIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
City Council discusses ‘Mass and Cass,’ passes resolutions requiring CPR training in high schools, supporting language inclusivity
April 10, 2025
Mayor Michelle Wu smiles at the crowd before giving her city address at MGM Music Hall at Fenway March 19. Wu officially announced that she would be running for reelection at the Cyclorama Building at South End April 5. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Wu formally announces reelection campaign amidst broad support
April 9, 2025
Harvard University Massachusetts Hall. Harvard and Yale University have dismissed several faculty members because of controversy related to the Israel-Hamas conflict. JENNY CHEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Harvard faculty terminations evoke unease, conversation
April 8, 2025
A DiscoverBrookline.com sign. The town of Brookline offers many opportunities for young people to get involved in the local government.
Brookline cultivates space for youth activists, advocates
April 30, 2025
Former Boston Mayor Ray Flynn (left) and Former Boston University professor Don Gillis (right). Flynn’s tenure as mayor inspired Gillis to write his book, “The Battle for Boston: How Mayor Ray Flynn and Community Organizers Fought Racism and Downtown Power Brokers,” which will be published May 6. COURTESY OF DON GILLIS
‘It became one city’: Former BU professor’s book explores Mayor Ray Flynn’s impact on Boston
April 7, 2025
Posters of the films honored at the 2025 Redstone Film Festival. The annual festival is hosted by Boston University’s Department of Film and Television, sponsored by the Sumner Redstone Foundation and features BU student films. PHOTO BY TATE HAM
Meet the films honored at 2025 Redstone Film Festival and the students behind them
April 7, 2025
“Please Come to Boston” book cover. Boston University alum Gary Goldstein wrote this fictional story about Nicky DeMarco, a boy who is entering his first year at BU in 1975. COURTESY OF GARY GOLDSTEIN
‘It’s my love letter to BU’: Gary Goldstein revisits his time on Comm Ave. in newest novel
April 4, 2025
Speakers at "The Weight of the World: Community journalists on covering high-profile tragedies in their own backyards" panel. Nearly 400 early-career students and seasoned journalism professionals came together at the George Sherman Union March 28-29 to discuss “repairing, restoring, reconnecting” through narrative, including focuses on the freedom of the press and the great achievements of legendary writers and reporters. CHLOE CRAMUTOLA/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
‘A worthy profession’: BU’s Power of Narrative Conference inspires hope for journalism during dark time
April 2, 2025
A DiscoverBrookline.com sign. The town of Brookline offers many opportunities for young people to get involved in the local government.
Brookline cultivates space for youth activists, advocates
April 30, 2025
“Please Come to Boston” book cover. Boston University alum Gary Goldstein wrote this fictional story about Nicky DeMarco, a boy who is entering his first year at BU in 1975. COURTESY OF GARY GOLDSTEIN
‘It’s my love letter to BU’: Gary Goldstein revisits his time on Comm Ave. in newest novel
April 4, 2025
Paulette Jones, sister of Champion Honoree Raynya Simmons; Diana DiZoglio, Massachusetts State Auditor;Pam Allara, Champion Honoree; Denella Clark, president and CEO of Boston Arts Academy Foundation at the BAA Foundation’s ninth annual Champions Reception. Raynya Simmons, a Boston University College of Communication alum, was honored at the reception March 20 as a person who has continuously given back to the community. COURTESY OF THE BOSTON ARTS ACADEMY FOUNDATION
BU alum honored at Boston Arts Academy Foundation Champions Reception
March 27, 2025
EmpowerBU slate members (left to right) Alara Baran, Natalie Reilly, Suraj Nellore and Bryce Thompson. EmpowerBU is running for Boston University Student Government and is focused on building a stronger campus through fostering community and representation. COURTESY OF JANELLE RAMOS/EMPOWERBU
‘A conduit for change’: StuGov slate EmpowerBU strives to adapt, include, mobilize
March 26, 2025
BridgeToBU slate members (left to right) Hanna Yilma, Matthew Feliciano, Zakiya Majeed-Landau and Tony Wu. BridgeToBU is running for Boston University Student Government and is focused on creating a platform for student voices.COURTESY OF MERRICK HWANG/BRIDGETOBU
Student voices, unity are at the ‘core’ of BridgeToBU StuGov campaign
March 26, 2025
Former Boston Mayor Ray Flynn (left) and Former Boston University professor Don Gillis (right). Flynn’s tenure as mayor inspired Gillis to write his book, “The Battle for Boston: How Mayor Ray Flynn and Community Organizers Fought Racism and Downtown Power Brokers,” which will be published May 6. COURTESY OF DON GILLIS
‘It became one city’: Former BU professor’s book explores Mayor Ray Flynn’s impact on Boston
April 7, 2025
Speakers at "The Weight of the World: Community journalists on covering high-profile tragedies in their own backyards" panel. Nearly 400 early-career students and seasoned journalism professionals came together at the George Sherman Union March 28-29 to discuss “repairing, restoring, reconnecting” through narrative, including focuses on the freedom of the press and the great achievements of legendary writers and reporters. CHLOE CRAMUTOLA/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
‘A worthy profession’: BU’s Power of Narrative Conference inspires hope for journalism during dark time
April 2, 2025
Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development. Wheelock community members are concerned about how Trump’s dismantling of the Department of Education will affect public schools across the country. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Wheelock College community members respond to Trump’s dismantling of the Department of Education
March 31, 2025
African penguins in their new “retirement home” island at New England Aquarium. The aquarium created this exhibit to provide comfort and specialized care to African penguins, a “critically endangered” species, as they age beyond their expected lifespan. COURTESY OF NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM
Six pairs of happy feet hit new ‘retirement home’ for African penguins at New England Aquarium
March 27, 2025
Preview of “The Black Dogs Project” by Fred Levy on The Quarto Group website. Determined to raise awareness while improving his photography work, Levy launched this book, featuring black dogs photographed against a black backdrop, in the fall of 2015. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
‘The Black Dogs Project’ shines a light on overlooked canines
March 25, 2025
Lucy Dacus performing with her band Sunday. Dacus played two shows at MGM Music Hall at Fenway Sunday and Monday.
REVIEW: And the crowd is…crying? Lucy Dacus’ talent for emotional storytelling was clear at her Boston stop
April 30, 2025
Former Boston Mayor Ray Flynn (left) and Former Boston University professor Don Gillis (right). Flynn’s tenure as mayor inspired Gillis to write his book, “The Battle for Boston: How Mayor Ray Flynn and Community Organizers Fought Racism and Downtown Power Brokers,” which will be published May 6. COURTESY OF DON GILLIS
‘It became one city’: Former BU professor’s book explores Mayor Ray Flynn’s impact on Boston
April 7, 2025
Posters of the films honored at the 2025 Redstone Film Festival. The annual festival is hosted by Boston University’s Department of Film and Television, sponsored by the Sumner Redstone Foundation and features BU student films. PHOTO BY TATE HAM
Meet the films honored at 2025 Redstone Film Festival and the students behind them
April 7, 2025
Things to do this week in Boston: April 7-13
April 7, 2025
Oli Ruzic as Juliet (left) and Jonathan Sullivan as Romeo (right) in the production of “Romeo and Juliet” produced by the BU Shakespeare Society. The show was directed by sophomore Megan Amato and ran from April 3-5. COURTESY OF ELLIE WATSON
BU Shakespeare Society’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’ breathes new life into a classic
April 6, 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
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
The Post-Up: Jokić is one of one, but he’s not all by himself in Denver
April 9, 2025
Fans attend the Boston Red Sox home opener April 4. The sold-out game ended in a 13-9 victory for the Red Sox. PHOTO BY BRENDAN GALVIN
Red Sox open 2025 season, fans celebrate return to Fenway Park
April 8, 2025
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist
Pound-for-Pound: We’re officially in the UFC’s era of inactivity
April 7, 2025
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
Forward Lexie Adzija (88) signs a jersey for a fan before the Boston Fleet game at Agganis Arena March 8. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Stick Check: Agganis Arena hosts the Boston Fleet a second time this season for Youth Hockey Night
April 1, 2025
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
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
The Post-Up: Jokić is one of one, but he’s not all by himself in Denver
April 9, 2025
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist
Pound-for-Pound: We’re officially in the UFC’s era of inactivity
April 7, 2025
Forward Lexie Adzija (88) signs a jersey for a fan before the Boston Fleet game at Agganis Arena March 8. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Stick Check: Agganis Arena hosts the Boston Fleet a second time this season for Youth Hockey Night
April 1, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Crosse-Eyed: Boston dominates professional lacrosse with some hometown help
March 31, 2025
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist
Pound-for-Pound: Solving the UFC’s 155-pound problem
March 31, 2025
Vera Sjöberg racing at the NCAA Cross Country Championships on Nov. 23. The culture around American sports is characterized by the desire to shine bright on someone’s TV screen, but, for international cross country runners Sjöberg and Ola Szulska, the journey started with adjustment. COURTESY OF CIAN MCCORMACK
‘Part of a team’: BU cross country stars from Sweden, Poland reflect on American sports culture
December 6, 2024
Mixed results as Terriers return to action
Mixed results as Terriers return to action
September 14, 2023
Alexandra Vellekoop during the 5K race at the 2022 Coast-to-Coast Battle in Beantown.
Cross country teams poised to outrun competition in 2023
September 6, 2023
NCAA Northeast Regional Championship cross country
Cross Country teams fall short at Regionals meet, look forward to track and field
November 18, 2022
Junior Will Loggia running in a meet at the 2022 Coast-to-Coast Battle in Beantown. The men’s and women’s cross country teams will be competing at the NCAA Northeast Regional Championship on Nov. 11. ELIZA NUESTRO/DFP STAFF
Cross country teams fall short in Patriot League Championship, prepare for Regionals
November 7, 2022
Junior midfielder Maddie Hudson (1) carries the ball down the field during a field hockey game on Oct. 19. The Boston University field hockey team lost its final regular season game against Cornell University on Sunday. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Field hockey falls to Cornell 2-1, looks to PL Semifinal after regular season finale
November 4, 2024
Junior midfielder Maddie Hudson (1) carries the ball down the field during the field hockey game on Saturday. The Boston University field hockey team beat Colgate University at home on Friday. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Field hockey defeats Colgate 3-1, clinches spot in Patriot League Tournament
October 20, 2024
Boston University senior midfielder Payton Anderson (2) plays against American University on October 28, 2023 in her junior season. The Terriers fell 4-2 to Northeastern on Sunday. MAGDALENA LAZOWSKI/DFP FILE
Field hockey falls to crosstown rival Northeastern in 4-2 loss
October 16, 2024
Now Boston University senior midfielder Payton Anderson (2) plays against American University on October 28, 2023 during her junior season. The Boston University field hockey team lost to Harvard University on Sunday. MAGDALENA LAZOWSKI/DFP FILE
Field hockey’s two-game win streak snapped by 2-1 loss to Harvard
October 7, 2024
Assistant field hockey coach Liz Ryan in a game against American University in 2019. Ryan came back to Boston University after three years to join the coaching staff of the BU field hockey team. COURTESY OF LIZ RYAN
Back from across the pond, Liz Ryan returns to BU field hockey as assistant coach
September 13, 2024
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Crosse-Eyed: Boston dominates professional lacrosse with some hometown help
March 31, 2025
Senior attack Zach Travaglini (12) cradles the ball against Harvard University March 25. Boston University’s men lacrosse team won in a 16-4 victory against Holy Cross Saturday evening at Nickerson Field. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Men’s lacrosse holds Holy Cross scoreless for more than three quarters in 16-4 win
March 31, 2025
Then-junior midfielder Avery Jones (22) cradles the ball down the field during a game against University of New Hampshire on Feb. 14, 2024. A 12-goal first half propelled Navy to a 16-8 victory over the Boston University women’s lacrosse team Saturday afternoon at Nickerson Field. LILY HANSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Nine-goal deficit proves too much, women’s lacrosse falls to Navy
March 31, 2025
Senior defense Trey Brown (29) goes for the ball during a game against Harvard University on Tuesday. Harvard University landed 12 goals in the first half to beat Boston University men’s lacrosse team 16-7 at the game. JOHN DOWNES/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Slow start hampers men’s lacrosse effort against No. 13 Harvard in Charles River Rivalry
March 26, 2025
Then-sophomore midfielder Elle Stevenson (43) goes for the ball in a game against Iona in February 2024. The Boston University women’s lacrosse team secured a 17-8 victory over Lafayette Saturday. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Seven goal scorers propel Terriers to 17-8 domination of Lafayette, three-game winning streak
March 23, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
BREAKING: NWSL announces new name for Boston team
March 26, 2025
Freshman David Gonzalez chases after the ball at a game against Falcons FC Wednesday. The Boston University men’s club soccer team is preparing for the fifth semi-annual club soccer Boston Beanpot, hoping to build on their recent success. JOSIE KALBFLEISCH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Men’s club soccer gears up for fifth semi-annual Beanpot Tournament as defending champions
March 21, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
After the Whistle: What to make of the remaining teams in the Champions League
March 20, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
After the Whistle: The Champions League knockout stage lives up to its reputation
March 6, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
After the Whistle: a fitting goodbye to Goodison leads to an intensifying title race
February 20, 2025
Softball Head Coach Ashley Waters. This season marks Waters’ tenth season at the helm of the program, a decade in which the Terriers have experienced an unforgettable streak of success. STEVEN MONTANI B./DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Softball head coach Ashley Waters celebrates 10 years at BU, reflects on decade of titles, awards, positive influence
April 4, 2025
Graduate student catcher Audrey Sellers (13) catches the softball in a game against Yale University on March 19. In 2024, the Terriers won 53 games while going undefeated in conference play before going on to capture a seventh Patriot League title in program history and a stint in the NCAA Tournament, aiming to repeat these successes this season. ZOE KU/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Softball looks ahead to third consecutive conference title, this time with a roster of newcomers
February 3, 2025
Graduate pitcher Lizzy Avery (27) shakes hands with senior Raegan Kelly (19) during a game against Yale University in March. The Terriers shut out Bucknell University 7-0 on Saturday. ZOE KU/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Softball sweeps Bucknell in defensive clinic, extends win streak to 13
April 22, 2024
Boston University sophomore infielder Brooke Deppiesse (4) swings the bat in a game against University of Massachusetts Amherst on Wednesday. The Terrier shut out the Minutewomen 2-0. JOY KIM/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Softball extends their winning streak to five over UMass in 2-0 pitcher’s duel
April 11, 2024
Senior infielder Kayla Roncin (21) at bat in a game against Yale on March 19. The Boston University softball team beat Colgate University 26-2 in a three-game set on April 7. ZOE KU/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Softball’s game three offensive explosion punctuates sweep against Colgate
April 9, 2024
Graduate student Foster Malleck (left) and junior Vera Sjöberg (right) pose with their NCAA trophies. Malleck and Sjöberg will compete at the Wold Indoor Athletic Championships in Nanjing, China March 21. COURTESY OF EAMONN RYAN/BU ATHLETICS
Running around the world: Sjöberg and Malleck to compete at World Indoor Athletic Championships
March 21, 2025
The Boston University women’s track team. The women’s track team won the Patriot League Indoor Track & Field Championships while the men’s team earned third place at the Naval Academy in Maryland. COURTESY OF EAMONN RYAN/BU ATHLETICS
Men’s track and field finishes top three, women’s takes title in Patriot League Indoor Championships for first time in nine years
March 3, 2025
Grant Cartwright promoted to BU track and field, cross country director
July 2, 2024
Track and Field
BU hosts DMR races, University of Washington sets new collegiate record
February 6, 2023
Toby Makoyawo men's track and field profile
Toby Makoyawo: The fastest runner in BU history
April 28, 2022
Sports and fashion can’t resist collaborating — at the expense of consumer wallets | Wear Me This
Sports and fashion can’t resist collaborating — at the expense of consumer wallets | Wear Me This
April 30, 2025
OP ED: Family first, or America last
OP ED: Family first, or America last
April 30, 2025
Jodi Tang | Senior Graphic Artist
Rally on: The economic consequences of burnout | Irrational Expectations
April 9, 2025
Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist
Gen Z’s addiction to perfectionism | Eco-logically Speaking
April 9, 2025
Melissa Park | Associate Graphics Editor
‘Fashion daddies’ aren’t exactly revolutionary | Wear Me This
April 8, 2025
Sports and fashion can’t resist collaborating — at the expense of consumer wallets | Wear Me This
Sports and fashion can’t resist collaborating — at the expense of consumer wallets | Wear Me This
April 30, 2025
Jodi Tang | Senior Graphic Artist
Rally on: The economic consequences of burnout | Irrational Expectations
April 9, 2025
Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist
Gen Z’s addiction to perfectionism | Eco-logically Speaking
April 9, 2025
Melissa Park | Associate Graphics Editor
‘Fashion daddies’ aren’t exactly revolutionary | Wear Me This
April 8, 2025
Melissa Park | Associate Graphics Editor
We can’t all be Cher — but that shouldn’t stop musicians from trying | Dancing with Myself
April 8, 2025
Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist
BUPD has changed its image since 2005 — is that enough? | Editorial
April 4, 2025
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Work-study may level the playing field, but the game isn’t fair | Editorial
March 21, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Journalism will always be about people — AI can’t change that | Editorial
February 28, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Our future shouldn’t be prevented by our own indifference | Editorial
February 7, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
Good thing TikTok was only on time-out | Editorial
January 24, 2025
Video: MLK Antiwar Sermon Public Reading 5-2-23
May 8, 2023
Video: March for Our Lives Rally 4-4-23
Video: March for Our Lives Rally 4-4-23
April 18, 2023
Hundreds of union workers rallied Thursday afternoon along Commonwealth Avenue in support of building service workers who are currently negotiating contracts with Boston University. SOPHIE PARK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF
Video: BU Worker’s Rally 10-18-18
October 20, 2018
HUBweek 2018 Silent Disco
HUBweek 2018 Silent Disco
October 14, 2018
Letter to the Editor: Faculty letter to President Brown regarding BU professor's denied tenure
Letter to the Editor: Faculty letter to President Brown regarding BU professor’s denied tenure
May 1, 2023
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Graphic Artist
Letter to the Editor: President Brown’s State of the University message left out most of BU’s faculty
November 15, 2022
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Graphic Artist
Letter to the Editor: An open letter on Boston University’s climate for LGBTQIA+ students
November 11, 2022
Letter to the Editor: Response to 'A Letter to Dean Bizup'
Letter to the Editor: Response to ‘A Letter to Dean Bizup’
August 13, 2020
Letter to the Editor: An open apology from some random kid in a frat
Letter to the Editor: An open apology from some random kid in a frat
April 20, 2018
OP ED: Family first, or America last
OP ED: Family first, or America last
April 30, 2025
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
OP-ED: BU hockey’s reputation alone isn’t enough to sustain a community
April 22, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
OP-ED: BU needs to give students their Google Drive storage back
April 10, 2024
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
OP-ED: Polite queerness isn’t enough
February 15, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
OP-ED: We invite BU to join us in the fight against gun violence
January 28, 2024
I adore his fashion designs — I’m inspired by his life journey: Getting to know the iconic Ralph Lauren
I adore his fashion designs — I’m inspired by his life journey: Getting to know the iconic Ralph Lauren
April 30, 2025
Don’t sweat it: How to maintain your vintage style this summer | It’s All Been Done Before
Don’t sweat it: How to maintain your vintage style this summer | It’s All Been Done Before
April 30, 2025
Some books are timeless — ‘The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue’ is one of them | By the Book
Some books are timeless — ‘The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue’ is one of them | By the Book
April 30, 2025
Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist
Memories in the spotless mind
April 9, 2025
Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist
So, you want to get into vintage fashion? | It’s All Been Done Before
April 9, 2025
Melissa Park | Graphic Artist
Impressing the parents: A neighborhood guide to the best restaurants in Boston
October 17, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
Hot sauce: The secret ingredient to a familial bond
April 14, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
Your topical guide to East Boston’s food scene
April 2, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
Turning the tables on American table-turning food culture
March 27, 2024
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Your gluten-free guide for a no wheat Boston sweet
February 15, 2024
The Daily Free Pod: Orientation Special S1 E1
The Daily Free Pod: Orientation Special S1 E1
September 23, 2024
Terrier Hockey Talk: May 12, 2023
Terrier Hockey Talk: May 12, 2023
May 12, 2023
Video: MLK Antiwar Sermon Public Reading 5-2-23
May 8, 2023
Unmasked: how do you unwind?
Unmasked: how do you unwind?
May 4, 2023
Chloe Patel | Senior Graphic Artist
It’s a Lifestyle: Debunking stress relief products
May 1, 2023
Lucy Dacus performing with her band Sunday. Dacus played two shows at MGM Music Hall at Fenway Sunday and Monday.
REVIEW: And the crowd is…crying? Lucy Dacus’ talent for emotional storytelling was clear at her Boston stop
April 30, 2025
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Living in Fantasy: Bounce backs due just in time for the playoffs

Living in Fantasy: Bounce backs due just in time for the playoffs

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December 6, 2018
Living in Fantasy: The make-or-break guys everyone is talking about

Living in Fantasy: The make-or-break guys everyone is talking about

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November 28, 2018
Living in Fantasy: Who should you trust?

Living in Fantasy: Who should you trust?

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November 13, 2018
Living in Fantasy: Buy low on Chubb and sell high on Cooper

Living in Fantasy: Buy low on Chubb and sell high on Cooper

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November 7, 2018
Living in Fantasy: Wildcard WRs who have potential in Week 9

Living in Fantasy: Wildcard WRs who have potential in Week 9

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October 30, 2018
Living in Fantasy: Recent trades making things interesting

Living in Fantasy: Recent trades making things interesting

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October 25, 2018
Living in Fantasy: Chicago Bears offense is incredibly viable… except for one

Living in Fantasy: Chicago Bears offense is incredibly viable… except for one

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October 16, 2018
Living in Fantasy: Start these Jets in Week 6… Yes. Really.

Living in Fantasy: Start these Jets in Week 6… Yes. Really.

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October 10, 2018
Living in Fantasy: Temper expectations from these running backs

Living in Fantasy: Temper expectations from these running backs

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October 4, 2018
Living in Fantasy: Week 3 “star” running backs who will impress in Week 4

Living in Fantasy: Week 3 “star” running backs who will impress in Week 4

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September 25, 2018
Living In Fantasy: Should you trust David Johnson in Week 3?

Living In Fantasy: Should you trust David Johnson in Week 3?

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September 18, 2018
Living in Fantasy: Who will and won’t bounce back in Week 2

Living in Fantasy: Who will and won’t bounce back in Week 2

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September 13, 2018
Living in Fantasy: last minute draft tips

Living in Fantasy: last minute draft tips

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September 6, 2018
The Final Push: Is Blake Bortles your quarterback savior for the fantasy playoffs?

The Final Push: Is Blake Bortles your quarterback savior for the fantasy playoffs?

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December 13, 2017
Living in Fantasy: Deep sleepers that could push your team over the edge

Living in Fantasy: Deep sleepers that could push your team over the edge

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December 2, 2017
Living in Fantasy: Good JuJu for Steelers — not so much for Packers, Williams

Living in Fantasy: Good JuJu for Steelers — not so much for Packers, Williams

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November 15, 2017
Despite not having a solid QB, DeAndre Hopkins can still put up huge numbers. PHOTO COURTESY WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Living in Fantasy: Without Watson, Texans’ offense in disarray

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November 10, 2017
Living in Fantasy: Impact on traded players

Living in Fantasy: Impact on traded players

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November 1, 2017
Living in Fantasy: Deep Sleeper wideouts to add for Week 8

Living in Fantasy: Deep Sleeper wideouts to add for Week 8

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October 25, 2017

Living in Fantasy: Adrian Peterson is running back to your fantasy lineup

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October 19, 2017
Living in Fantasy: Receiving backs to start this week

Living in Fantasy: Receiving backs to start this week

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October 11, 2017
Living in Fantasy: Week 5 Rankings

Living in Fantasy: Week 5 Rankings

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October 5, 2017
BU will look to sophomore Matt McDonnell to be an offensive presence. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s soccer beats American 2-0 in first Patriot League game

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September 24, 2017
The Boston Univeristy men's soccer team seeks their first win against Harvard this weekend. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s soccer searching for its first win against Harvard

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September 14, 2017
Junior Ben Valek will look to help the Terriers get into the win column this weekend. PHOTO BY BRIGID KING/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Men’s soccer looking for its first win of the season against UMass

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September 8, 2017
Boston University will miss Anthony Viteri's both as a player and as a leader. PHOTO BY SARAH SILBIGER/DFP FILE PHOTO

Men’s soccer looks to senior leadership, incoming freshman for strong 2017 campaign

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August 23, 2017
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Terriers take one of two in non-conference doubleheader against Central Connecticut State

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April 28, 2017
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Softball looks to rebound, travels to Lafayette

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April 20, 2017
Senior Makinna Akers will most likely take the mound in at least one game this weekend against Army. PHOTO BY ALEXANDRA WIMLEY/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Softball looks to move up in Patriot League this weekend against Army

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April 13, 2017
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Men’s basketball ends regular season with win at Holy Cross

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February 26, 2017
Kyle Foreman, BU's leading scorer on Sunday, will return to the starting lineup on Wednesday. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s basketball hopes to bounce back at Army

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February 21, 2017
With Nick Havener back in the lineup, the Terriers will look to win the rebounding battle and 50-50 balls. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s basketball looking for stake in first place against Bucknell

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February 17, 2017
Joe Jones is in his sixth season as coach of the men's basketball team. PHOTO BY MICHAEL CUMMO PHOTOGRAPHY/FLICKR

20 questions with men’s basketball head coach Joe Jones

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February 9, 2017
Justin Alston was the only Terrier with more than three rebounds on a night where BU was beaten bad on the boards. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s basketball falls to third place in loss to Navy

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February 3, 2017
Eric Fanning led the Terriers with 27 points and 13 rebounds in defeat. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s basketball winning streak snapped at Loyola

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January 18, 2017
Junior forward Nick Havener came off the bench for the first time this season against Syracuse. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Men’s basketball drops fifth straight game at Syracuse

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December 12, 2016
Senior guard Eric Fanning returned to form, scoring 17 points against American. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s basketball looks to get back on track at NC State

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December 2, 2016
Junior forward Nick Havener ranks third in the Patriot League in rebounding. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Men’s basketball undefeated at home, 0-2 on the road

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November 30, 2016
Junior midfielder Anthony Viteri scored the Terriers' lone goal in the quarterfinals on Tuesday. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s soccer falls to Bucknell in quarterfinals by way of PKs

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November 9, 2016
Sophomore Nicki Wieners was BU's goal-scoring hero against Navy. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Nicki Wieners’ strike sends BU past Navy, into Patriot League Tournament

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November 6, 2016
Versatile sophomore forward T.J. Butzke has been a key contributor off the bench for BU. PHOTO BY BRIGID KING/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s soccer searching for first road victory at Holy Cross

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October 26, 2016
Sophomore forward T.J. Butzke has been coming off the bench with junior midfielder Anthony Viteri sidelined. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s soccer falls to Lehigh, still winless on the road

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October 23, 2016
Sophomore midfielder Magnus Benediktsson leads the team in assists. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s soccer looks for first league win Wednesday vs. Colgate

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October 5, 2016
After just four years in the league, Jose Fernandez died tragically on Sunday. PHOTO COURTESY ARTURO PARDAVILA III /FLICKR

Fernández’ death a reminder of the fragility of life

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September 29, 2016
Senior goalkeeper Matt Gilbert had a career-high 10 saves on Saturday. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s soccer opens league play with draw at Bucknell

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September 26, 2016
Freshman midfielder Jerry Ozor has been a steady contributor for the Terriers early on. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s soccer ready to start conference play Saturday at Bucknell

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September 22, 2016
Sophomore midfielder Magnus Benediktsson leads the team in assists with four. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Men’s soccer looks for third straight win at Princeton

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September 16, 2016
Junior forward Grace Boston had a fine weekend for the Terriers, scoring in the team's win over UC Davis. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

No. 13 field hockey’s offense rolling thanks to penalty corners success

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September 11, 2016
Senior midfielder David Asbjornsson scored one of the Terriers' two goals on Saturday night. PHOTO BY JOHNNY LIU/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Men’s soccer tallies first win against UMass

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September 11, 2016
Senior pitcher Lauren Hynes started Thursday against UMass Lowell, pitching 3.1 innings and allowing one run. PHOTO BY ALEXANDRA WIMLEY/DFP FILE PHOTO

Softball shows versatility in third-straight victory at UMass Lowell

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April 22, 2016

Softball drops extra-inning encounter to Boston College

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March 31, 2016
Brittany Younan has led BU this season on and off the field. PHOTO BY SOFIA FARENTINOS/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Softball looks ahead to Maryland Invitational

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March 18, 2016
Courtney Latham will try and help the Terriers earn an upset win over American. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Women’s basketball kicks off Patriot League Tournament vs. American

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March 4, 2016
Corrine Williams has played strongly for BU as of late. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Women’s basketball heads to Holy Cross for conference matchup

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February 26, 2016
Freshman Payton Hauck has 12 steals on the year. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Women’s basketball looks to rebound vs. Colgate

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February 17, 2016
Junior Meghan Green led BU with 18 points. PHOTO BY ALLIE WIMELY/DFP FILE PHOTO

Women’s basketball drops away contest to Bucknell

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January 25, 2016
Sophomore Kara Sheftic finished with a double-double. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/DFP FILE PHOTO

Women’s basketball shows toughness in Colgate loss

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January 21, 2016
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Despite surge, women’s basketball drops decision to UNH

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December 7, 2015
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After slow start, women’s soccer impresses in 2015

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December 3, 2015
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Women’s basketball remains winless with loss vs. UMass Lowell

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December 2, 2015
Erin Bayram scored a career-high eight points in BU's loss to BC on Saturday. PHOTO BY JUSTIN HAWK/DFP FILE PHOTO

Women’s basketball falls to BC, drops 3rd straight game

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November 23, 2015
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Women’s soccer gets underway at the NCAA Tournament with St. John’s

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November 13, 2015
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Women’s soccer finishes regular season strong against Navy

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November 2, 2015
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Senior Day celebrates women’s soccer’s best

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October 19, 2015
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Women’s soccer avenges Harvard defeat with Lafayette win

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October 13, 2015
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Harvard ends women’s soccer’s seven-match unbeaten streak

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October 7, 2015
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Women’s soccer looks to keep momentum after successful homestand

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September 30, 2015
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