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Shanzah Rafiqi | Senior Graphic Artist

Fenway is my church | Things I’ve Learned From Strangers

Lili Culhane April 17, 2024
In July, I will be leaving my hometown of Boston and going to New York City. I am excited for the move for many reasons: living with my best friend Bridget, bagels and bottomless brunches. However, springtime in Boston has begun and it has started to pull at my heart strings — and for one reason in particular. I am going to miss Fenway Park. 
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A look into BU Athletics’ collaboration with WHOOP

Brendan Nordstrom March 3, 2023
In 2021, the WHOOP sign was erected in Kenmore Square, leading many on campus to wonder what WHOOP is. In 2022, BU Athletics announced its new partnership with the wellness technology company. Brendan Nordstrom breaks down WHOOP's mission and benefit to athlete wellness
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EDITORIAL: Settling the debate: East vs. West Campus

Editors November 17, 2020
East and West Campus both have their thorns and roses. Unfortunately, COVID-19 makes these roses a lot less vibrant when we sit in our dorms all day.
Stores on Beacon Street near Kenmore Square have closed down in succession as real estate developer Related Beal gears up to redevelop the area. HALEY ABRAM/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Kenmore Square scenery to change further with store closures, relocations

Alex LaSalvia October 18, 2018
Boston University students have already felt the loss of Bertucci’s and Bruegger’s Bagels, and now, even more familiar Kenmore Square businesses will be disappearing.
Boston Mayor Martin Walsh announces Wednesday that the Citgo sign will stay in Kenmore Square. PHOTO BY COLE SCHONEMAN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Citgo sign to stay in Kenmore, mayor announces

Sabrina Schnur March 20, 2017

The Citgo sign will remain in Kenmore Square, according to a press release from Boston Mayor Martin Walsh’s office. Related Beal, the new owner of several Kenmore properties previously owned by...

PHOTO BY PAIGE TWOMBLY/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

EDITORIAL: Citgo continues to show its Boston pride

Editors February 5, 2017

Boston University students are very familiar with the Citgo sign that illuminates our walk down Commonwealth Avenue toward Marciano Commons, Myles Standish Hall or Danielsen Hall. The sign has almost become...

EDITORIAL: Citgo sign belongs to the city, requires preservation

EDITORIAL: Citgo sign belongs to the city, requires preservation

Editors October 21, 2016

The Citgo sign that resides directly above 660 Beacon St. is a beacon of hope for the city of Boston and its residents. It is a beacon for the marathon runners who can see it as they crest their final...

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