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Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Lessons from abroad — and beyond | Maia’s Inner Monologue

Maia Penzer January 26, 2025
What I wrote in my journal abroad didn’t seem worth sharing since many entries were half-formed thoughts. But there’s more there than I initially realized. I wrote for the hell of it — which, I think, is the best type of writing. Now, I'm diving into my unfiltered journal entries from abroad — they’re raw, real and vulnerable. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Winter’s August | Things I’ve Learned From Strangers

Lili Culhane February 9, 2024
I don’t know why I love this story so much, or why Auggie has stayed with me. Maybe it’s just because I think Auggie was such a cool little dude. Maybe it’s because I’ve tried to channel his untouchable energy ever since — not by physically wearing a bow tie and suspenders, but wearing them emotionally.
student exits warren towers

August: A time of transition and new beginnings

Katrina Liu August 24, 2021
As we step back on Commonwealth Avenue again, it’s going to be a refresh for all of us.
Boston University sign

BU to lift social distance requirements for summer, keep masks indoors

Emily Stevenson June 12, 2021
Starting June 14, physical distancing requirements will no longer be in place on BU campuses.
miami beach during the summer

How to enjoy Florida when the 90-degree heat feels like 110

Maya Frankel April 27, 2021
If you think summer in Boston is hot, you have never experienced a Florida summer.
april playlist on spotify

You should really make monthly playlists

Grace Donahue April 15, 2021
Making a new playlist every month allows me to relive specific points in my life.
blue horoscope wheel

April Horoscopes (warning: they’re not legit)

Sophia Yakumithis March 26, 2021
Vaccines, Taco Tuesday and NASA galore! Find out which unexpected fortune awaits you in April.
Vanessa Bartlett/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: The University should allow more flexibility with student housing contracts

Editors November 3, 2020
Offering the chance to cancel housing contracts will give students a better peace of mind and more control over their living situations, rather than forcing them to choose between two less-than-ideal options.
Vanessa Bartlett/DFP STAFF

2020 Breakdown: Could a second wave of pandemic aid finally be on the way?

Gabriella Aponte October 13, 2020
Through all of the human suffering and economic destruction caused by the coronavirus pandemic, both sides of the aisle have managed to sit idly by as they watch the country burn.
A.G. Cook’s second debut album “Apple” on Spotify. LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

REVIEW: A. G. Cook’s ‘Apple’ falls short of lofty expectations, still impresses at times

Cameron Morsberger September 23, 2020
The PC Music founder stepped into the studio himself to record his second debut album and to continue experimenting with hyperpop.
PANDA magazine, which aims to empower women and give aspiring writers and graphic designers a place to build their portfolios, was launched by College of Fine Arts junior Kylie Carroll in May. ILLUSTRATION BY LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU student’s quarantine project becomes monthly periodical

Madeline Humphrey September 7, 2020
A global pandemic convulsed the higher education community when students across the country found themselves without summer internships, losing out on opportunities to gain valuable out-of-classroom experience. But one CFA student took matters into her own hands.
TENTINDO: "Deck the Halls" all year long

TENTINDO: “Deck the Halls” all year long

Will Tentindo November 15, 2016

A battle is going on in homes and Facebook pages across the country this month, and it fortunately does not involve the electoral college — but it does involve a drunk family member at Thanksgiving....

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