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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
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
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
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
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
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 University International Students and Scholars Office. Multiple Boston University students have had their visas terminated. SIENA GLEASON/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Number of BU students confirmed to have visas revoked
April 8, 2025
The Boston University Police Department. This week’s crime logs include larceny, breaking and entering and assault and battery. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Campus Crime Logs: March 30-April 4
April 7, 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
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
Protestors crowd Boston Common for a “Hands Off” rally Saturday. Thousands of people marched from Boston Common to City Hall Plaza while chanting against President Donald Trump’s administration. JOSIE KALBFLEISCH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Thousands of demonstrators protest against President Trump, Elon Musk in Boston’s ‘Hands Off’ rally
April 7, 2025
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
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
5-Minute Major: Hockey players are allowed to stand up for themselves
October 23, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
5-Minute Major: The Seattle Kraken’s captaincy candidates
October 7, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
5-Minute Major: The Bruins need to stop burning the Jeremy Swayman bridge
October 3, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
5-Minute Major: This season’s best storylines
September 18, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
5-Minute Major: These three NHL teams have revamped their look
September 12, 2024
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
“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
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
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
Air India B77W plane.
India’s COVID-19 outbreak impacts students’ summer plans
May 11, 2021
vaccination sign in the george sherman union
International students face unique challenges with mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for the Fall
April 16, 2021
protestors at a stop asian hate rally in boston common
Asian Americans at BU speak up against racism, implore community to listen
March 31, 2021
Boston University Student Employment Office
International students talk difficulty of getting jobs in US
March 4, 2021
late night zoom call
Learning around the world: International students reflect on college experience one year since campus shutdown
March 3, 2021
Computer Junkyard creators Jared Pincus, Jordan Pincus and Allan Pincus (left to right). Players race to build a computer using interlocking game tiles in the board game “Computer Junkyard.” COURTESY OF LAUREN HARRIS-PINCUS
‘A family of collaborators’ programs success for new Computer Junkyard board game
April 8, 2025
The BEACON team during a workshop in March. BEACON is an open-source infectious disease surveillance platform created by Boston University’s Center on Emerging Infectious Diseases in partnership with the Hariri Institute for Computing and Data Sciences at BU and HealthMap at Boston Children’s Hospital. COURTESY OF CASSANDRA KENNEDY
A new BEACON for global health set to launch in Boston
April 8, 2025
Boston Globe Media CEO Linda Henry shares insight on business, journalism, sports at Questrom event
Boston Globe Media CEO Linda Henry shares insight on business, journalism, sports at Questrom event
April 7, 2025
Pavement and Nud Pob Thai Cuisine locations on Boston University’s East Campus. Businesses like Pavement and Nud Pob reflect on their respective changes five years after the COVID-era. RACHEL FEINSTEIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Restaurants on campus reflect on changes post-pandemic
April 4, 2025
Sales veteran brings hands-on approach to new Innovation & Entrepreneurship class
April 3, 2025
The BEACON team during a workshop in March. BEACON is an open-source infectious disease surveillance platform created by Boston University’s Center on Emerging Infectious Diseases in partnership with the Hariri Institute for Computing and Data Sciences at BU and HealthMap at Boston Children’s Hospital. COURTESY OF CASSANDRA KENNEDY
A new BEACON for global health set to launch in Boston
April 8, 2025
Boston University College of Fine Arts Color Garden. The team behind the garden aims to investigate the use of plants for artistic use, cultivate outdoor education and encourage sustainability at BU. ANH HUYNH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
New CFA Color Garden grows art supplies sustainably, serves as community green space
March 27, 2025
Litter near the Charles River. For 10 to 15 days, Nelia Gross, a PhD candidate studying materials science and engineering, and other researchers incubated several types of microplastics with E. coli, a bacteria found in the human digestive tract that can produce toxins. JOSIE KALBFLEISCH/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
BU researchers discover microplastics fuel antibiotic resistance
March 21, 2025
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor
New BU Politics and Health Lab monitors the influence of politics on public health decisions
March 1, 2025
Science Missions tab on the NASA website. The Lunar Environment heliospheric X-ray Imager, a telescope designed at Boston University’s Center for Space Physics aboard NASA’s Blue Ghost Mission 1 spacecraft, went into lunar orbit on Feb. 13. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
BU faculty reach new horizons through NASA-funded projects
February 19, 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
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
Banners for the Museum of Fine Arts’ Van Gogh exhibition on display outside the museum. The exhibition focuses on Van Gogh’s time in Arles, France, where he formed a friendship with the local postman, Joseph Roulin, and his family. ANGELICA VIVAS/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
First Van Gogh exhibition at MFA in 25 years offers fresh perspective on artist, friendship
April 2, 2025
The webpage for John Wilson’s exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts. Wilson is a former Boston University professor and his exhibit includes memorabilia from BU’s Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
BU joins MFA to honor legacy of artist, educator John Wilson
March 31, 2025
Mimi Brown as Juror 8 in Boston University’s Stage Troupe’s production of “Twelve Angry Jurors.” The show ran March 27 to March 29 in the Student Theater at Agganis Arena. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Stage Troupe stuns beyond a reasonable doubt in ‘Twelve Angry Jurors’
March 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
Banners for the Museum of Fine Arts’ Van Gogh exhibition on display outside the museum. The exhibition focuses on Van Gogh’s time in Arles, France, where he formed a friendship with the local postman, Joseph Roulin, and his family. ANGELICA VIVAS/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
First Van Gogh exhibition at MFA in 25 years offers fresh perspective on artist, friendship
April 2, 2025
The webpage for John Wilson’s exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts. Wilson is a former Boston University professor and his exhibit includes memorabilia from BU’s Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
BU joins MFA to honor legacy of artist, educator John Wilson
March 31, 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
Mimi Brown as Juror 8 in Boston University’s Stage Troupe’s production of “Twelve Angry Jurors.” The show ran March 27 to March 29 in the Student Theater at Agganis Arena. TALIA LISSAUER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Stage Troupe stuns beyond a reasonable doubt in ‘Twelve Angry Jurors’
March 30, 2025
Boston Ballet in George Balanchine’s “Mozartiana.” The artists of the Boston Ballet opened their “Winter Experience” Thursday night, delivering a bill of four strong performances that combined elements of neoclassical American ballet and modern performance. COURTESY OF ROSALIE O’CONNOR
Boston Ballet’s “Winter Experience” toes the line of classic, contemporary dance
March 25, 2025
The cast of Boston University on Broadway’s “Alice by Heart” during the song, “Down the Hole.” The show was held at the Agganis Arena Student Theater March 20 to 22 in a sold-out run. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
BU On Broadway’s ‘Alice by Heart’ makes audience mad with wonder
March 23, 2025
The cast of Stage Troupe’s “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown,” performing the show. The production ran between Feb. 27 and March 1 in the Student Theater at Agganis Arena. COURTESY OF ANNALISE ILG
Stage Troupe brings tale of friendship and happiness to life in “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown”
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Upbeat songs to boost your confidence during midterms | Liv Listens
October 29, 2024
Iris Ren | Graphic Artist
‘That summer feelin’ is gonna haunt you one day in your life’
October 17, 2024
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Collaborative Brilliance: Charli XCX’s remix album “Brat, and it’s completely different but also still brat”
October 16, 2024
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Navigating different friendship dynamics through music | Liv Listens
October 16, 2024
Emma Clement | Graphic Artist
‘Like Dylan in the Movies’: Pop music on screen
October 9, 2024
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
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December 9, 2022
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‘Midnights’ is a lush and reflective return to the pop genre for Taylor Swift
October 23, 2022
Taylor Swift’s new album, “Midnights” on Spotify. The album was released at midnight on Oct. 21. CLARE ONG/DFP STAFF
The editors rank Taylor Swift’s ‘Midnights’
October 21, 2022
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Graphic Artist
Concerts: Bang or Bust for Your Buck?
October 4, 2022
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Payton’s playlist for new beginnings
September 8, 2022
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
It’s time to embrace maximalist fashion influencers
April 23, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
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April 22, 2024
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Beauty gems of March | Maia’s Inner Monologue
April 1, 2024
Ariana Lim | Senior Graphic Artist
Pajamas on the plane: A journey finding a cute and casual airplane outfit
March 4, 2024
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
‘Coquette’ and ‘balletcore’ aesthetics bring en pointe fashion to 2024
February 9, 2024
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September 22, 2022
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September 22, 2022
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January 31, 2022
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January 24, 2022
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April 13, 2021
Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist
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April 9, 2025
Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist
So, you want to get into vintage fashion? | It’s All Been Done Before
April 9, 2025
Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist
Ask Abby (Or Analise): Please stop asking for my Snapchat
April 8, 2025
Liza Berdykulova | Senior Graphic Artist
A mother is a walking miracle | All Thanks to You
April 7, 2025
Jodi Tang | Senior Graphic Artist
REVIEW: ‘Hello Beautiful’ | Required Reading
April 7, 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
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
TikTok’s ‘going back until you hate them’ method | My Heart Will Go On
March 26, 2024
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
Ask Abby (or Analise): Talk to you later! Or never?
October 30, 2023
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September 13, 2021
Slippery When Wet members Giuliana Balboni, Maxwell Anthony and Sarah Gibertoni perform a sketch. Comedy clubs at Boston University offer students laughs during the academic year. COURTESY OF CADEE STEFANI
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June 1, 2024
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April 11, 2022
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April 5, 2022
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Plagiarism | Doctor’s Orders
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September 29, 2024
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist
Cold calling | Doctor’s Orders
September 29, 2024
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist
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September 3, 2024
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist
Unfollowed | Doctor’s Orders
April 1, 2024
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
Jodi Tang | Senior Graphic Artist
In defense of all outfit repeaters… | Geek Chic
April 7, 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
Jodi Tang | Senior Graphic Artist
In defense of all outfit repeaters… | Geek Chic
April 7, 2025
Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist
BUPD has changed its image since 2005 — is that enough? | Editorial
April 4, 2025
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March 21, 2025
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Journalism will always be about people — AI can’t change that | Editorial
February 28, 2025
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Our future shouldn’t be prevented by our own indifference | Editorial
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January 24, 2025
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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
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November 15, 2022
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Letter to the Editor: Response to ‘A Letter to Dean Bizup’
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Letter to the Editor: An open apology from some random kid in a frat
April 20, 2018
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Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
OP-ED: BU needs to give students their Google Drive storage back
April 10, 2024
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OP-ED: Polite queerness isn’t enough
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Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist
OP-ED: We invite BU to join us in the fight against gun violence
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May 20, 2023
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Chloe Patel | Senior Graphic Artist
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May 1, 2023
Chief of Communications for Providence Public Schools Suzanne Ouellette. Ouellette was a staff photographer for the FreeP from 1997 to 1999. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
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March 25, 2025
Holi participants dance and throw colored powder during the annual Holi celebration hosted by Boston University’s Hindu Cultural Association Saturday at BU Beach. Holi, also called the Festival of Colors, is a Hindu celebration of unity and new beginnings. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Boston students gather for colorful Holi celebration at BU Beach
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GALLERY: South Boston bleeds green at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 21, 2025
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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
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HUBweek 2018 Silent Disco
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Boston University student and Warren Towers resident Hiya Verma. Warren Tower residents are frustrated with the lack of communication and disruptions caused by ongoing renovations. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
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March 21, 2025
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February 28, 2025
Boston University junior Caine Murcia in front of a BU brownstone. Murcia is one of many BU Community members trying to navigate life as a person with a disability. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/ DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
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February 7, 2025
A student bikes down Commonwealth Avenue. Mayor Michelle Wu introduced “Better Bike Lanes” in September 2022, an initiative to make biking in Boston safer, but within the last two years, there have been 582 crashes involving bicycles, according to city records. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
‘I’m going to get killed’: Boston cyclists stress need for better bike infrastructure
December 6, 2024
A student walks into the Boston University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences in April. Boston University announced that it would not accept applications for multiple doctoral degree programs for the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences for the 2025-26 academic year. ZOE KU/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER
Graduate students express ‘shock,’ ‘outrage’ over doctoral program cancellations
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Students view an online map while election results come in during the Dean of Students' election party in BU Central Tuesday evening. PHOTO BY LAUREN PETERSON/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Students gather at on-campus election party, shocked by result

Mina Corpuz
November 9, 2016
Inspection records raise health concerns on BU dining halls, restaurants

Inspection records raise health concerns on BU dining halls, restaurants

Mina Corpuz
September 22, 2016
Members of the Boston community as well as BU staff and faculty contributed large amounts of money to the presidential campaigns of Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders and Marco Rubio. GRAPHIC BY SARAH SILBIGER/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF PHOTOS COURTESY OF BETSEY GOLDWASSER, ALEXANDRA WIMLEY, SARAH SILBIGER AND GAGE SKIDMORE/FLICKR

Boston residents donate nearly $1.2 million to presidential campaigns

Mina Corpuz
February 18, 2016
Boston Marathon Bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, who started the court appeal process in July, will move forward with efforts to overturn his sentence. ILLUSTRATION BY REBECCA NESS/DFP FILE ILLUSTRATION

Tsarnaev moves forward with appeal process

Mina Corpuz
December 3, 2015
Hillary Rodham Clinton spoke during a grassroots organizing meeting and was joined by Boston Mayor Martin Walsh at Faneuil Hall Sunday. PHOTO BY BETSEY GOLDWASSER/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Clinton pushes infrastructure plan, support for workers in Boston

Mina Corpuz
November 30, 2015
Annissa Essaibi George celebrates her win in the Boston City Council election. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Two challengers elected to Boston City Council, most incumbents keep spots

Mina Corpuz
November 4, 2015
Attorney Gloria Allred, who represents Judy Huth, makes a statement on Bill Cosby’s deposition Saturday at the Omni Parker House. PHOTO BY MINA CORPUZ/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Legal action against Bill Cosby proceeds in Massachusetts

Mina Corpuz
October 13, 2015
Thousands flock to rally with Bernie Sanders

Thousands flock to rally with Bernie Sanders

Mina Corpuz
October 5, 2015
City Crime Logs: Sep. 23 – Sep. 30

City Crime Logs: Sep. 23 – Sep. 30

Mina Corpuz
October 1, 2015
Boston Police Department PHOTO BY ALEXANDRA WIMLEY/DFP FILE PHOTO

Leaders, activists look forward to BPD body camera pilot

Mina Corpuz
September 24, 2015
Obama visits Boston, pushes paid leave at Labor Day breakfast

Obama visits Boston, pushes paid leave at Labor Day breakfast

Mina Corpuz
September 8, 2015

Leaders, experts face off in Olympics debate

Mina Corpuz
July 24, 2015
Boston City Councilor Tito Jackson called for a subpoena for Boston 2024 bid documents on Monday. PHOTO COURTESY TITO JACKSON

City councilor seeks subpoena for Boston 2024 bid documents

Mina Corpuz
July 20, 2015
DNA evidence links five unsolved sexual assault cases to a man awaiting trial for a similar crime committed in Cambridge, officials said Tuesday. PHOTO BY OLIVIA NADEL/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Series of unsolved sexual assaults linked to Cambridge assailant

Mina Corpuz
July 14, 2015
Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is depicted in a courtroom sketch at the John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse Thursday, April 30. ILLUSTRATION BY REBECCA NESS/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Tsarnaev begins appeal process, seeks new trial

Mina Corpuz
July 8, 2015
Massachusetts State Police veteran Richard McKeon will take over as superintendent on July 12. PHOTO COURTESY OF FLICKR USER INVENTORCHRIS

New State Police superintendent appointed

Mina Corpuz
July 8, 2015
Governor Charlie Baker announced Thursday an $82.7 million MBTA Winter Resiliency Plan, according to a press release. PHOTO BY OLIVIA NADEL/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Looking Back, Looking Forward: City news coverage preview

Mina Corpuz
June 10, 2015

A student’s guide to transportation

Mina Corpuz
June 10, 2015
Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is depicted in a courtroom sketch at the John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse Thursday, April 30. ILLUSTRATION BY REBECCA NESS/DFP FILE PHOTO

Defense explores Tsarnaev family problems, Dzhokhar’s character

Mina Corpuz
May 6, 2015
Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is depicted in a courtroom sketch at the John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse Thursday, April 30. ILLUSTRATION BY REBECCA NESS/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Defense calls family, friends as character witnesses in Tsarnaev trial

Mina Corpuz
May 5, 2015
Three Boston University fraternities have been suspended this academic year, prompting university officials and Greek life organizations to talk about the big issues. PHOTO BY ARVIND GROVER/FLICKR

University, Greek life community address multiple suspensions through conversation

Mina Corpuz
April 30, 2015
Former friends and teachers of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev testified Wednesday at the John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse. PHOTO FROM JUSTICE.GOV

Defense continues to call character witnesses

Mina Corpuz
April 30, 2015
Noor Toraif (CAS '16), Amina Egal (CGS '17) and Kimberly Barzola (CAS '17) lead “Town Hall: Fight for the African Presidential Center,” a meeting to discuss the closing of the center, Monday at the Boston University Photonics Center. PHOTO BY WILLA RUSOWICZ-ORAZEM/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU students speak out against African Presidential Center closure

Mina Corpuz
April 28, 2015
The parents of Anthony Barksdale II, a Boston University student who died from overdrinking in 2013, filed charges April 17 for wrongful death against Sigma Alpha Mu and four Boston University graduates who lived in the apartment where he died. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY SARAH SILBIGER/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Parents of Anthony Barksdale II file complaint against BU graduates, national organization

Mina Corpuz
April 24, 2015
Boston Globe Arts editor Rebecca Ostriker (left) and Boston University film professor Charles Merzbacher speak at “The Cultural City,” a panel hosted by the Initiative on Cities on Tuesday. PHOTO BY ALEX MASSET/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Initiative on Cities seminar looks into Boston arts, culture

Mina Corpuz
April 8, 2015
Boston University School of Social Work professor Phillipe Copeland speaks at “50 Years Later: A Discussion on Voting Rights and Mass Incarceration in 2015” at the School of Theology Tuesday. PHOTO BY OLEG TEPLYUK/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Impact of voting rights, mass incarceration examined in panel

Mina Corpuz
April 8, 2015
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Tuition increase below national average but still increasing at BU

Mina Corpuz
March 25, 2015
Professor Mitchell Zuckoff named the first Sumner N. Redstone Professor of Narrative Studies, announced March 6 in BU Today. PHOTO BY JACQUI BUSICK/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

COM professor named first Sumner N. Professor of Narrative Studies

Mina Corpuz
March 9, 2015
Austin Kruger (SMG ’16) announced on Feb. 8 that he will run for Boston University Student Government Executive President, violating the Student Elections Committee code. PHOTO BY WILLA RUSOWICZ-ORAZEM/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Complaints emerge before student government elections begin

Mina Corpuz
February 26, 2015
Daryl Carr, a graduate student in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, was found dead Saturday night beneath the Boston University Bridge. PHOTO COURTESY OF BOSTON UNIVERSITY

Sociology Ph.D. student dies, remembered as a ‘promising scholar’

Mina Corpuz
February 25, 2015
Pipe bursts in College of Arts of Sciences building, floods stairwell

Pipe bursts in College of Arts of Sciences building, floods stairwell

Mina Corpuz
February 16, 2015
David Carr talks about the future of media at panel at Boston University Oct. 20. PHOTO BY SARAH FISHER/DFP FILE PHOTO

David Carr, BU professor, New York Times columnist, dies at 58

Mina Corpuz
February 13, 2015
Austin Kruger (SMG ’16), who will be running for student government president, speaks at a special announcement gathering Sunday afternoon. PHOTO BY WILLA RUSOWICZ-ORAZEM

Team BU slate announces campaign for SG executive board

Mina Corpuz
February 9, 2015
Boston University’s Board of Trustees announced on Monday that they will not divest from firearm manufacturers. PHOTO BY MICHAEL GLASGOW/FLICKR

BU trustees decline proposal to divest from gun manufacturers

Mina Corpuz
February 5, 2015

Campus Crime Logs: Jan. 29 – Feb. 4

Mina Corpuz
February 5, 2015
A table displays Boston University clothing and items with the Looped In logo at a semifinal Beanpot game viewing party at Sunset Cantina Tuesday evening. PHOTO BY CARLY ROSE WILLING/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Looped in Beanpot viewing party sees low turnout

Mina Corpuz
February 4, 2015
Students participate in a snow ball fight on the Esplanade last February. PHOTO BY MICHAEL DESOCIO/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Charles River, Medical campuses close, most services suspended

Mina Corpuz
January 26, 2015
Bruce Smith, pictured here in 2014, died Wednesday. He was the second editor-in-chief at The Daily Free Press. PHOTO COURTESY OF MELANIE SMITH

Bruce Smith, former Editor-in-Chief of The Daily Free Press, Dies at 62

Mina Corpuz
January 26, 2015
Maureen O'Rourke, dean of Boston University's School of Law, was named one of the most influential in legal education by The National Jurist. PHOTO BY ALTOPOWER/FLICKR

BU School of Law dean named a leader in legal education

Mina Corpuz
January 12, 2015
BU President Robert Brown was named a National Academy of Inventors Fellow in for his contribution to academic innovation in the field of chemical engineering, according to a Tuesday press release. PHOTO BY FALON MORAN/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU President Brown named National Academy of Inventors fellow

Mina Corpuz
December 18, 2014
Boston University Police Department has seen an unusual number of cases in stolen credit card information, fraudulent phone calls and in-person rouses during the Fall 2014 semester. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY MAE DAVIS/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BUPD sees increase in scams, fraud on campus

Mina Corpuz
December 11, 2014
Nontraditional students, those who are older than 25 when they earn their degree, are less likely to be emotionally attached to their alma maters, a Friday Gallup poll suggests. PHOTO COURTESY OF EVOLLLUTION/CREATIVE COMMONS

Nontraditional students less likely to feel attached to alma mater, study finds

Mina Corpuz
December 10, 2014
The Boston University Hillel Student Board voted to accept J Street U, a political group advocating for a two-party solution between Israel and Palestine, after initially turning down the proposition in Spring 2014.

BU Hillel Student Board approves J Street U as a student group

Mina Corpuz
December 9, 2014
Panelists (from right) Robert Margo, Boston University economics professor, Phillipe Copland, BU School of Social Work professor, Carmen Torres, BU School of Education professor, and Katie Swenson of Enterprise Community Partners speak Thursday at Urban Seminar: The Inclusive City. PHOTO BY L.E. CHARLES/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Initiative on Cities addresses how cities can be inclusive

Mina Corpuz
December 5, 2014
Members of The Daily Free Press Board of Directors, (from left) Sarah Fisher, Tyler Lay, Kyle Plantz and Emily Overholt, pose with Boch (center). PHOTO BY SARAH SILBIGER/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Ernie Boch Jr. visits The Daily Free Press, presents check

Mina Corpuz
December 3, 2014
Boston University President Robert Brown, who was scheduled to appear before Boston City Council Tuesday to discuss diversity in higher education, will instead attend a hearing on Dec. 19 after reaching a postponement agreement Monday. PHOTO BY KENSHIN OKUBO/DFP FILE PHOTO

Boston University President Robert Brown to testify at later date before City Council

Mina Corpuz
December 2, 2014
Boston University President Robert Brown was subpoenaed Nov. 24 by the Boston City Council to appear at a hearing on Tuesday to address issues of employee and student diversity. PHOTO BY FALON MORAN/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Boston University goes to court to fight City Council subpoena

Mina Corpuz
December 1, 2014
Cameras were installed along Commonwealth Avenue, Bay State Road and South Campus over the summer by the Boston University Police Department, which continues to enhance safety on campus and looks to increase student awareness of these efforts. PHOTO BY FALON MORAN/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Students unaware of cameras installed on campus

Mina Corpuz
November 20, 2014
Boston University Dining Services and Real Food Challenge, a student group at BU dedicated to food sustainability standards, both support sustainable dining practices such as sourcing food locally, but the two differ on how to evaluate these efforts. PHOTO BY CLINTON NGUYEN/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Food sustainability proponents on campus differ on how to evaluate efforts

Mina Corpuz
November 20, 2014
A survey by the PreparedU Project at Bentley University studied millenials’ perspectives on work to better understand how to support them. GRAPHIC BY SAMANTHA GROSS/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Survey provides insight into how millennials perceive work

Mina Corpuz
November 13, 2014
Future teachers might not be prepared for work as a result of easier grading standards and coursework, as suggested by a Wednesday study conducted by the National Council on Teacher Quality. PHOTO VIA WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Teacher candidates face easier grading standards, coursework, study finds

Mina Corpuz
November 13, 2014
A poll released Thursday by Gallup suggests that U.S. business majors are the least likely to receive emotional support during college. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY MAE DAVIS

Business majors less likely to receive support from professors, study says

Mina Corpuz
November 10, 2014
Massachusetts Governor-elect Charlie Baker said in his acceptance speech that he would prioritize bipartisanship to work toward closing the achievement gap in the Commonwealth. PHOTO BY MIKE DESOCIO/DFP FILE PHOTO

BU community hopeful, skeptical about changes to higher education

Mina Corpuz
November 7, 2014
Boston University union workers ratified a contract Monday that will give them a 10 percent raise over four years and allow them to maintain health care benefits. PHOTO BY FELICIA GANS/DFP FILE PHOTO

BU workers ratify four-year contract agreement

Mina Corpuz
November 6, 2014
Boston University students vote at the Myles Standish Hall polling precinct for the Massachusetts general election Tuesday. PHOTO BY KYRA LOUIE/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU students view voting with importance, apathy

Mina Corpuz
November 5, 2014

Small fire at Boston Medical Center temporarily halts operations

Mina Corpuz
November 4, 2014
A tentative agreement between Boston University union workers and BU administration, promising a 10 percent raise over four years and maintained health care costs, will be ratified by union members Monday. PHOTO BY ALEX MASSET/DFP FILE PHOTO

BU workers, university to move forward after contract agreement

Mina Corpuz
November 3, 2014
Mayor Menino explains his vision for the New Balance World Headquarters at the groundbreaking ceremony for Boston University's New Balance Field in September 2013. PHOTO BY ASHLYN EDWARDS/DFP FILE PHOTO

BU community mourns Thomas Menino, reflects on his contributions

Mina Corpuz
October 31, 2014

BU workers and university settle on a tentative agreement

Mina Corpuz
October 31, 2014
Dr. Maureen Sullivan, an adjunct professor at Boston University, protests for better wages and job contracts with BU workers Oct. 15. PHOTO BY FELICIA GANS/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU adjunct faculty files for union election, take steps toward goals

Mina Corpuz
October 31, 2014
In light of cases of stolen information from credit cards, Boston University Police Department advises students to be wary of their purchases. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY AMELIA WELLS/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Boston University Police Department sees increase in credit card fraud, theft

Mina Corpuz
October 30, 2014
Boston University workers gather at the Holiday Inn in Brookline Wednesday to vote on a possible workers’ strike after protesting several times this semester for better wages, job contracts and health care. PHOTO BY CARLY ROSE WILLING/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU workers union vote on strike authorization

Mina Corpuz
October 30, 2014
A study by the Boston Redevelopment Authority published Monday suggests that the amount and portion of college-educated Bostonians better indicates economic vitality than the number of people that leave the city after college. GRAPHIC BY EMILY ZABOSKI/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Study finds share of educated population more indicative of economic vitality

Mina Corpuz
October 30, 2014
Takin’ it to the Street has received positive feedback from students for its diverse menu and quick service. PHOTO BY BESTEY GOLDWASSER/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Students find newest eatery diverse, reflective of BU population

Mina Corpuz
October 27, 2014
Former Boston Mayor Thomas Menino and current co-director of the Initiative on Cities at Boston University, announced Thursday that he is suspending his cancer treatment and canceling the remainder of his book tour.

Former Boston Mayor Thomas Menino to suspend cancer treatment, book tour

Mina Corpuz
October 24, 2014
The Boston University Police Department is investigating a breaking and entering at 143 and 145 Bay State Road Tuesday morning. PHOTO BY MINA CORPUZ/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BUPD investigates breaking, entering on Bay State Road

Mina Corpuz
October 21, 2014
Citizens Bank is donating a total of $400 thousand to The Greater Boston Food Bank and six other food banks in the area. PHOTO BY AMELIA WELLS/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Citizens Bank grants $400,000 to nonprofits, provides meals

Mina Corpuz
October 6, 2014
A report done by the University of California - Berkeley found that course evaluations for professors are not as effective as was previously thought. GRAPHIC BY MIKE DESOCIO/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Course evaluations ineffective, misused, report finds

Mina Corpuz
October 3, 2014
PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY EMILY ZABOSKI/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

State slow to enact medical marijuana legislation, patients say

Mina Corpuz
October 2, 2014
The Boston University School of Education received a grant for $1 million over three years for the intention of working with Massachusetts policymakers to study how young people can be better prepared for college and a career. PHOTO BY EMILY ZABOSKI/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

SED researchers continue program to tackle college, career readiness

Mina Corpuz
October 1, 2014
A Museum of Fine Arts study found that 78 percent of Boston-area audiences participate in at least one cultural event each month, compared to 69 percent of national audiences. PHOTO BY ANN SINGER/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Bostonians attend more arts events than average, MFA study finds

Mina Corpuz
September 30, 2014
Boston University journalism professor Mitchell Zuckoff’s book, “13 Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Happened in Benghazi,” reached #1 on the New York Times Bestseller List Sunday. PHOTO COURTESY OF MITCHELL ZUCKOFF

BU professor publishes New York Times’ top bestseller

Mina Corpuz
September 29, 2014
The Boston University Police Department will soon begin carrying Narcan, a heroin overdose antidote. GRAPHIC BY EMILY ZABOSKI/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BUPD to carry heroin overdose antidote

Mina Corpuz
September 26, 2014
Attendees of the People’s Climate March filled the streets of New York Sunday in order to raise awareness in the days prior to the United Nations Climate Summit. PHOTO BY SARAH FISHER/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Boston revamps plan to address climate change, cut City emissions

Mina Corpuz
September 25, 2014
The enterovirus has already been cited in 30 states including Massachusetts. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY MAE DAVIS/DAILY FREE PRESS CONTRIBUTOR

Rare enterovirus spreads to Boston, raises health concerns

Mina Corpuz
September 25, 2014
The Peace Corps has introduced an updated application that will simplify and shorten the process of applying. GRAPHIC BY MIKE DESOCIO/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Peace Corps unveils shortened, digital application process

Mina Corpuz
September 23, 2014
Boston University students and alumni work together during the team design challenge, part of BU’s College of Engineering 50th anniversary celebration. PHOTO BY KYRA LOUIE/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

COM, ENG celebrate anniversaries during alumni weekend

Mina Corpuz
September 22, 2014
Christopher Moore has been appointed as the new dean of Boston University’s Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. COURTESY BOCHICCHIO PHOTOGRAPHY

BU appoints new dean of Sargent College

Mina Corpuz
September 19, 2014
Boston University student and founder of Unitiques Alex Shadrow (COM ’15). PHOTO BY MIKE DESOCIO/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Student launches online marketplace, grows site with community outreach

Mina Corpuz
September 18, 2014

Greater Boston GDP declining, report finds

Mina Corpuz
September 18, 2014
Mary Elizabeth Moore (center), dean of the Boston University School of Theology, cheers with BU students at BU Central for Sons of Serendip, a musical act composed of BU alumni, during the America’s Got Talent season finale. PHOTO BY ALEXANDRA WIMLEY/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU Central cheers on alumni in America’s Got Talent finals

Mina Corpuz
September 17, 2014
Assistant Professor of International Health at the Center for Global Health and Development Jacob Bor was awarded the Peter Paul Professorship in 2014. PHOTO COURTESY JACOB BOR

Three BU faculty earn annual $40,000 research grants

Mina Corpuz
September 16, 2014
Santander is offering internship opportunities, a study abroad program to Kenya and a seed fund to professors for on campus programs. PHOTO BY EMILY ZABOSKI/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Santander Bank to continue partnership with BU, expand student programs

Mina Corpuz
September 15, 2014
Boston University Student Government President Richa Kaul of the Push to Start ticket speaks to student government members at a meeting in Sept. 2013. PHOTO BY EMILY ZABOSKI/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU SG looks to boost transparency, student involvement

Mina Corpuz
September 12, 2014
Boston University was ranked 42nd by U.S. News & World Report’s 2015 National University Ranking; the school ranked 41st in 2014’s report. GRAPHIC BY EMILY ZABOSKI/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU sees slight drop in U.S. News & World Report rankings

Mina Corpuz
September 11, 2014
Barbara Ferrer, executive director of the Boston Public Health Commission, will step down from her position in October and will then begin working as Chief Strategy Officer at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE BOSTON PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION

Executive Director of the Boston Public Health Commission to step down

Mina Corpuz
September 9, 2014
College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Dean Virgina Sapiro will step down at the end of the 2014-15 academic year. COURTESY OF THE BOSTON UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

Virginia Sapiro will step down as Dean of Arts and Sciences

Mina Corpuz
September 8, 2014
Hotel Commonwealth collaborated with Boston University to create the Terrier Suite, a BU-themed luxury room in the newly renovated hotel. / PHOTO COURTESY OF LISA RICHOV

Hotel Commonwealth renovation features BU-themed signature suite

Mina Corpuz
September 5, 2014
The Ferguson forum held at Marsh Chapel Wednesday evening addressed student and faculty perspectives on the August 9 shooting of Michael Brown that happened in Ferguson, Missouri. PHOTO BY KYRA LOUIE/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Panelists at Marsh Chapel address Ferguson shooting

Mina Corpuz
September 4, 2014
David J. Raphael is one of three new staff members appointed as an executive director at the Florence & Chafetz Hillel House at Boston University. PHOTO COURTESY OF LINDSAY EAGLE/BOSTON UNIVERSITY HILLEL

BU Hillel appoints new staff, looks to boost membership

Mina Corpuz
September 3, 2014
Phase 2A of the Commonwealth Avenue reconstruction project focuses on widening Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority tracks and narrowing sidewalks between the Boston University Bridge and Packard’s Corner, which could be dangerous for both cyclists and pedestrians. PHOTO BY MIKE DESOCIO/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Comm. Ave. construction project to widen MBTA tracks, trim sidewalks

Mina Corpuz
September 2, 2014
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