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Starbucks at 874 Commonwealth Avenue. The unionized store is one of 200 across the country that went on strike Thursday to bring attention to staffing and scheduling issues. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

BU students campaign to replace campus Starbucks

By Kiera Mcdonald November 17, 2023
Boston University College Democrats and other organizations launched a national effort at BU in solidarity with union workers on Red Cup Day, one of the busiest days of the year for Starbucks, to remove the chain from college campuses. 
Boston University Dining Services is planning a special holiday weekend menu for students staying on campus during Thanksgiving break. COURTESY OF BU DINING SERVICES

How to navigate Thanksgiving break 2020

By Rin Velasco November 18, 2020
Students staying on campus this Thanksgiving break can expect to abide by regular COVID-19 testing and symptom attestation rules, as well as receive a Thanksgiving meal provided by Dining Services. 
What’s open on campus now?

What’s open on campus now?

By Melissa Ellin March 16, 2020
Students who remain on campus amidst the coronavirus pandemic face reduced university resources and widespread closure of common spaces as Boston University enters its first week of remote learning in response to the spread of the coronavirus.
Boston University Student Health Services is taking measures to prevent the spread of germs during the flu season, including offering free flu vaccines and providing sick students with flu meals. COURTESY OF U.S. NAVY

BU takes caution during flu season and coronavirus outbreak

By Shannon Damiano February 12, 2020
Earlier this week, CVS Pharmacy on BU's East Campus ran out of surgical masks, according to signs posted on each door. While many students are taking personal precautions to stay healthy, such as purchasing surgical masks, the university is also taking steps to prevent disease spread.
Director of Boston University’s Dining Services Joseph LaChance presents renovation plans for the George Sherman Union to the Undergraduate Student Government Monday. ELLIE YEO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

SG hears GSU plans, free textbook proposal

By Ellie Yeo December 3, 2019
SG heard from Dining Services about GSU renovations, heard a proposal to provide free textbooks and the Senate rejected the Executive Board’s name change proposal in Monday’s Senate meeting.
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