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Boston University College of Communication and COM Lawn. Tony Massarotti, a Boston sports radio host, withdrew from teaching a journalism course at Boston University after a racially insensitive comment he made on-air resurfaced. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Boston sports radio host pulls out of teaching new COM course after insensitive on-air remark resurfaces

Lauren Albano November 13, 2024
The host of a popular Boston sports radio show is withdrawing from teaching a journalism course at the Boston University College of Communication due to the resurfacing of a racially insensitive comment he made on-air in October.
On Oct. 15, members of BU Votes distributed pumpkin and apple pie slices to students who registered or were already registered to vote in the 2024 Presidential Election. RACHEL FEINSTEIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

BU campus organizations encourage voting among students

Sam Mandala November 11, 2024
Different BU Organizations made efforts to encourage student voting leading up to the 2024 Presidential Election.

Asbestos removed from COM building after halting renovations

JenRacoosin July 3, 2024
BU Campus Planning and Operations found asbestos in the College of Communication while conducting an inspection prior to renovations
Director Jeremy Webb discusses visual effects used in HBO’s “The Last of Us.” SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Director Jeremy Webb imparts television industry advice at COM Cinemathèque event

Austin Gerrard February 12, 2024
Emmy- and BAFTA-nominated director Jeremy Webb visited the College of Communication on Friday for a screening and discussion about his work, which includes "The Last of Us" and "Downton Abbey."
Christopher Hope

COM lecturer Chris Hope strives for inclusivity in media while guiding his students

Kaninika Dey May 3, 2023
“It really became important to me, for me to give back to the next generation of content creators, creatives, marketing people and filmmakers that are looking to create something new looking to develop something original, but may not be sure how to bring it into the world,” Hope said.
Brian McGrory

An interview with Brian McGrory — writing a new chapter in BU’s journalism program

Gina E. Kim May 2, 2023
McGrory took the post earlier this year after serving as editor of The Boston Globe for over a decade.
Boston University men's soccer

From FIU backup to BU starter — men’s soccer goalkeeper Francesco Montali elevated his game

Bobby Serafin November 9, 2022
2022 Patriot League Goalie of the Year Francesco Montali has been impressive in his second year on the men's soccer team at Boston University. Hailing from Florida, he played two years at Florida International University before transferring to BU and becoming the starting goalkeeper at Nickerson Field.
student health services entrance

Students complain of long wait times, repeated outside referrals at Student Health Services

Cici Yu December 1, 2021
Issues include being referred to Urgent Care and charged a copay and difficulty scheduling appointments.
BU StuGov Office

StuGov hears BUnited platform updates, progress made on Fall semester goals

Anna Vidergar November 30, 2021
BUnited executive board reviews semester's progress on initial campaign's three pillars.
The letter sent by Boston University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Jean Morrison to the Dean of Students Office Oct. 7. Morrison announced the use of an outside factfinder to investigate allegations of verbal and emotional abuse of student employees in BU’s Orientation program. ILLUSTRATION BY CONOR KELLEY/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

‘Grueling’ hours, forged timesheets: BU students allege Orientation leadership violated state labor laws

Daily Free Press Staff November 9, 2021
Shiney James and other leaders reportedly worked students up to 80 hours a week with little to no breaks.
A vegan breakfast taco at the vegan station in West Campus Dining Hall. Boston University students with dietary restrictions and allergies have expressed dissatisfaction toward several meal options available at campus dining halls. AMANDA CUCCINIELLO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Students with dietary restrictions, allergies comment on limited dining options on campus

Phil London November 5, 2021
Lack of variety, availability and clear labeling listed as concerns.
Johanna Calderón-Dakin speaks Thursday during the virtual event It’s Our Time: Changing the Narrative of Latinx in Media. Boston University’s College of Communication hosted the webinar to discuss underrepresentation and accountability of the Latinx community in the media. COURTESY OF BU COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION

COM hosts Latinx professionals to discuss underrepresentation of the community in media

Gabriela A. Lopez Gomes November 2, 2021
The College of Communication graduates discussed diversity for Latinx groups.
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