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The MissedConnections Instagram page. Three Boston University students created the app to foster greater connection across Boston University’s large student body.

Who did you walk past on campus today? This BU student-made app has the answer.

By Stella Feinstein October 8, 2025
Familiar faces are everywhere on Commonwealth Avenue. They may pass a smile or a courteous wave, but sometimes their names go completely unknown. BU juniors Joseph Marotta, Frank Yang and Jodi Yu aim to change this with the creation of their newly developed app, MissedConnections.

BU Venture Accelerator helps student businesses get their start

By Daily Free Press Admin April 6, 2014

Want an application that hooks you up with popular thrift finds in your area Tinder-style? What about a platform for the exchange of favors between students using virtual currency? Or maybe you’re trying...

Starting-up early

By Daily Free Press Admin October 29, 2013

BU seniors discuss personal experiences with startups during their early college years Like many Boston University seniors, Connor McEwen spends much of his time involved in activities he cares about,...

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