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A sign outside of The Boston Globe office at 1 Exchange Place. The importance of newspaper endorsements in elections is being discussed in light of multiple newspaper outlets announcing they would not endorse a presidential candidate. RACHEL FEINSTEIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

To endorse or not to endorse: Boston journalists discuss their role in politics

Ruby Voge November 6, 2024
During an election year, newspapers' opinion pages usually endorse presidential candidates. Usually. However, during this election, more news organizations than ever are opting-out of an official endorsement.
Boston University College of Communication and COM Lawn. COM is introducing new classes for spring 2025 that will prepare students to enter the workforce once they graduate. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

COM launches new journalism courses, preparing students for future careers

Saanvi Haridas November 5, 2024
The Journalism Department in the College of Communication is offering new courses in the spring, which students can now register for during their respective registration times throughout the next two weeks. 
A ballot drop box next to Boston City Hall. Massachusetts ballot measure Question 5 has gained new traction, with opponents receiving financial backing from donors, such as the National Restaurant Association, and supporters gaining new endorsements from prominent people and organizations, including Vice President Kamala Harris and the Boston Globe. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Question 5 opposition gains financial backing, supporters receive new endorsement

Samantha Genzer November 3, 2024
Question 5, a Massachusetts ballot measure to raise the minimum wage for tipped workers, has gained new traction as Election Day approaches, with supporters and opponents receiving financial backing and high-caliber endorsements.
People wave Palestinian flags during a rally organized by the Boston Coalition for Palestine. PHOTO BY LEIA GREEN

Bostonians rally, reflect on one year since Oct. 7 attacks

Leia Green October 8, 2024
This week, events in solidarity with both Israel and Palestine occurred throughout Boston and reflected the myriad of perspectives surrounding the ongoing conflict.
Cannabis flower. The cannabis industry in Massachusetts has fallen under scrutiny after an investigation revealed that retailers have been selectively choosing test results to ensure their products can be sold. ANDREW BURKE-STEVENSON/DFP FILE

Consumers, industry leaders express concerns about cannabis safety after reports of moldy products

Liam Dunne October 6, 2024
Cannabis manufacturers, distributors and consumers in Massachusetts are raising concerns about product safety following reports of moldy product making its way onto dispensary shelves. 
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley speaks to the crowd at a rally on the first day of the Boston University Graduate Workers Union strike on Monday. MOLLY POTTER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

BUGWU strike rally attracts support from students, faculty, local politicians

Abigail Hassan March 25, 2024
The Boston University Graduate Workers Union held their first strike rally at noon today in Marsh Plaza, which attracted support from undergraduate students, local politicians, and professors.
St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Brighton. This hospital owned by Steward Health Care is facing a decrease in resources and potential closure as a result of Steward’s financial distress, putting the Allston-Brighton community at risk. MATTHEW EADIE/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Local hospitals speak out amidst Steward Health Care crisis

Karyna Cheung February 27, 2024
Boston City Council heard from health experts and employees of Steward Health Care in a hearing on Thursday, during which Steward was criticized for disregarding patient and staff needs and potential hospital closures. Solutions were few due to a lack of information provided by Steward.
Boston University College of Communication professor David Abel

COM Professor David Abel sells out ‘Inundation District’ documentary screening at GlobeDocs Film Festival

Sana Muneer November 1, 2023
College of Communication professor David Abel's newest climate change documentary, “Inundation District,” was featured as the closing night film of the GlobeDocs Film Festival this Sunday.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

An Ode to My Uber Driver

Amanda Brecher October 31, 2023
I make it a point to ask my Uber drivers how their day is going, maybe even strike up a conversation about where they’re from or what they do. Those who are receptive to it turn it into a peaceful conversation — something to pass the time on the drive. Sometimes it doesn’t go anywhere, and you just have to respect that, but most of the time you can tell they appreciate your empathy and will engage just as far as you’re willing.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

I won’t mind it if you stay | On the Record

Addison Schmidt September 13, 2023
On Sept. 1, I received an email from the Boston Globe opinion section. I have the bad habit of allowing these emails to build up like dust in my inbox, unread and unnoticed, but the headline — which addressed a nameless subject — caught my attention. It read: “We can’t miss you if you won’t go away.” 
The BU Castle. The building was used as a set by the movies “21,” “Ghostbusters” (2016), and “Mr. Church.” FRANCHESCA VIAUD/ DFP FILE

BU on Screen: Five movies filmed on (or near) BU’s campus

Siena Griffin June 2, 2023
Over the years, filmmakers have chosen to use different parts of BU's campus as a set for a number of blockbuster movies, from the BU Castle to Fenway Campus.
The College of Communication

Future science journalists: Meet David Abel

Daisy Levine April 12, 2023
Abel, a professor of the practice in the journalism department and award-winning filmmaker, hopes teaching science journalism will “cast light on all kinds of false claims and disinformation about climate change.”
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