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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Iris Ren | Senior Graphic Artist

Why I want to be a filmmaker, even when it feels impossible

Isabella Laikin March 27, 2025
My pursuit of filmmaking isn't about accolades or recognition — it’s about the opportunity to tell stories that resonate deeply, challenge perceptions and contribute to a broader cultural conversation.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

An ode to Audrey Hepburn | It’s All Been Done Before

Erica Schwartz March 5, 2025
Hepburn was a style icon for what she specifically wore, but I think she was even more iconic for wearing what she wanted without any regret.
A goose pecks at grass in a flowerbed. SHANNON DAMIANO/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

GALLERY: Spring flowers bloom across Boston

Hannah Yoshinaga April 20, 2021

By Shannon Damiano, Thalia Lauzon and Hannah Yoshinaga Following the start of spring last month and the return of warmer temperatures, flowers have begun to bloom throughout Boston.

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City approves more than $370,000 in Charlestown Community Impact Fund grants

Daniel Kool March 24, 2021
Its Managing Committee approved “mini-grants” of $2,500 to $20,000 to local nonprofits.
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Newtonians hold vigil to honor victims of Atlanta shooting

Chloe Liu March 22, 2021
Community members joined state and local representatives in mourning the eight killed March 16.
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Wheelock to launch BU Institute for Early Childhood Well-Being

Juncheng Quan March 18, 2021
The Boston University Institute for Early Childhood Well-Being, which will research and develop new approaches to sustain young children’s health, well-being and education, is set to officially launch at a two-hour Zoom event for staff and faculty Thursday.
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