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To all the freshmen I’ve never met before | Just Gabbing

To all the freshmen I’ve never met before | Just Gabbing

By Gabriella Di Dea, Lifestyle Editor June 6, 2025
You have four years to explore, learn, mess up and start again. Don’t rush the process — just be present for it. Welcome to BU. You’re going to do great.
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Adult Life | Doctor’s Orders

By Luc Ljoka November 17, 2024
Dear Doctors, I’m graduating this semester, and I’m really anxious about going into the working world. I don’t feel ready at all. What should I do? Sincerely, Perplexed
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Plagiarism | Doctor’s Orders

By Luc Ljoka October 6, 2024
Dear Doctors, One of my classmates won an academic award for an article that I know he plagiarized. It doesn’t sit right with me. What should I do? Sincerely,  Perplexed
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Cold calling | Doctor’s Orders

By Luc Ljoka September 29, 2024
Dear Doctors, I have this professor who always calls on me when I don’t know the answer. What can I do to avoid the embarrassment? Sincerely, Perplexed
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

College party culture | Doctor’s Orders

By Luc Ljoka March 24, 2024
Dear Doctors, I’m going to a party this weekend, but I don’t drink. How do I tell everyone without making it awkward? Sincerely, Perplexed
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Cold season | Doctor’s Orders

By Luc Ljoka February 25, 2024
Dear Doctors, Everyone around me is sick, and it makes me worried that I’m going to catch something when I go to class. What should I do? Sincerely, Perplexed
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