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The Daily Free Press

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Boston University Student Government’s open letter Instagram post. In late September, Student Government President Akwasi Antwi attempted to send a broadcast email condemning the drop in Black student enrollment, but he was blocked by the BU Marketing and Communications team. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

StuGov Open Letter struck down several times by BU administration

Isabelle Zhang November 21, 2024
Boston University Student Government President Akwasi Antwi attempted to publish an Open Letter to the entire University about the drop in Black student admissions, but his attempts were rejected multiple times.
Student Government President Akwasi Antwi speaks at the Boston University Student Government meeting on Monday. At the meeting, StuGov approved the fall budget, confirmed new StuGov positions and endorsed a letter written by Antwi regarding the recent diversity drop in admissions. PHOTO BY MARTINA NACACH

StuGov endorses statement to University regarding admissions diversity

Martina Nacach Cowan Ros October 9, 2024
Boston University StuGov discussed budget, new positions and letter endorsements at their latest meeting.
Protestors and members of the Boston University Graduate Workers Union march down Commonwealth Avenue toward 1 Silber Way during a walkout on May 1. BUGWU, which has been on strike since March 25, demands higher waves, comprehensive healthcare, childcare funding and workload protections from the University’s administration. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Graduate worker strike continues: everything to know about BUGWU so far

Kayla Baltazar June 2, 2024
The Boston University Graduate Workers Union has entered its 10th week of striking against the BU administration. Here is everything you need to know about BUGWU so far.
Boston University Graduate Workers Union members and supporters march down Bay State Road toward 1 Silber Way on Wednesday. BUGWU organized a walkout on Wednesday in response to Provost Ken Lutchen’s emails regarding the strike. ANDREW BURKE-STEVENSON/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

BUGWU calls undergraduates, faculty, staff to join walkout in response to Provost emails

Camille Bugayong May 2, 2024
On Wednesday, BUGWU called BU undergaduates and staff to join a walkout in response to emails from the Office of the Provost.
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Letter from the Editor: A final word

Colbi Edmonds April 28, 2021
I will always be indebted to this paper and the people here who have given me a space to grow.
information tent for prospective students outside the college of communication at boston university

BU sets up temporary informational tents for prospective students touring campus

Tanisha Bhat April 21, 2021
The tents are staffed by representatives to answer questions about BU and provide assistance.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: As finals approach, overworked students deserve more leniency, flexibility from Boston University

Editors April 16, 2021
Without Spring Recess and our traditional learning environments, something has to give.
Sophia Flissler/DFP STAFF

Minority Report: Shot for Shot

Lincoln Son Currie April 15, 2021
Mandatory vaccinations are the only option at this point, and I credit BU for a sensible mandate.
lecture hall in the college of arts and sciences at boston university

BU AAUP recognized by national organization, begins reaching out to administration

Rin Velasco April 14, 2021
National recognition provides credibility as well as legal aid if the organization needs it.
academic affairs report in a boston university student government meeting

StuGov presents annual update on academics, confirms Representation Oversight Committee

Anna Vidergar April 6, 2021
The Academic affairs presentation discussed LfA, student mental health and study space usage.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

OP-ED: Environmental racism is a legacy of white supremacy

Editors April 6, 2021
BU, hen will you uphold your sustainability and anti-racist mission and divest from fossil fuels?
marsh plaza at boston university

BU conducts diversity survey to seek input from staff

Anna Vidergar March 26, 2021
BU launched the survey to seek guidance from employees on diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
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