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Boston University’s Marsh Chapel. The chapel offers weekly meditation sessions on Mondays, giving students time for a moment of peace and serenity. LEXI PLINE/ DFP STAFF

Students, faculty practice mindfulness at BU

Conor Kelley March 20, 2019
Given the demanding nature of assignments, extracurriculars, jobs and other day-to-day tasks, it can be difficult for students and professors alike to pause and steer their focus from anxiety or stress to their well-being in the present moment. Monday Meditation at Marsh Chapel provides a time and space for anyone to drop in for a brief moment of clarity and calm.
Ty Allen, 20, of Boston, holds a sign in front of the State House Nov. 25 during a protest against police brutality. PHOTO BY OLIVIA NADEL/DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Aftermath of #IndictAmerica, Ferguson: Bostonians remember Michael Brown

Monika Nayak December 4, 2014

  Umoja, a black student union at Boston University, held a candlelight vigil service Tuesday at Marsh Plaza in remembrance of Michael Brown and other victims of police brutality. Students and...

Students gather on Marsh Plaza to honor Nelson Mandela

Daily Free Press Admin December 10, 2013

In front of a flag that flew at half-mast outside of Marsh Chapel, members of the Boston University community gathered to celebrate the life and legacy of former South African President Nelson Mandela...

A Ministry of Hospitality

Daily Free Press Admin November 5, 2013

A look into the religiously diverse demographic at a modern Boston University Boston University’s Charles River Campus, which is located at the heart of one of the nation’s most diverse cities,...

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