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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Emma Hart | Graphic Artist

Four films to get you into the spring spirit

Cristina Sepe March 25, 2025
Each one has hints of spring in their own ways, but they always know how to make me excited for the seasons to change. Here are four recommendations to help you get into the spring spirit!
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

My number one fan

Lauren Albano March 20, 2025
I made a few saves, and my dad came over to me, raving that he was proud of my first performance and reassuring that missed saves were not solely my fault — it was a team effort. I played goalie for a few more games and soon fell in love with the position. 
Gianna Horcher | Graphic Artist

My love-hate relationship with beauty trends | Maia’s Inner Monologue

Maia Penzer February 11, 2025
I love it, but I know every “clean girl” aesthetic, every dewy no-makeup makeup routine and every “morning shed” ritual is just another layer of consumerism dressed up as self-care. But knowing doesn’t stop me. If anything, it makes me more fascinated. I don’t just want to use these products — I want to understand why we want them so badly in the first place.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Ask Abby (Or Analise): Crushing It in class without crashing and burning

Analise Bruno February 9, 2025
Having a class crush is far more interesting but even more challenging in college than in high school. My roommates used to joke that the first day of class was always a big game of smash or pass. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Ask Abby (or Analise): Do nice guys actually finish last?

Analise Bruno November 17, 2024
Dear Abby: No matter what I do, I can’t seem to land a girlfriend. I’m always nice, respectful and pay for every date I go on. Why can’t I get a girlfriend? All those alpha gym bros have one, but they’re so stuck up. Why do nice guys like me always finish last? 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

The crush industry is dying

Sophia Keohane October 1, 2024
The vision of my crush-life felt like one of those black and white cowboy movies where the tumbleweeds dance across the screen.
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Public speaking | Doctor’s Orders

Luc Ljoka February 4, 2024
Dear Doctors, I have a big presentation in two weeks and I’m terrified of public speaking. What should I do?   Sincerely, Perplexed 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Feeling frazzled: Bridget Jones and the dreaded ’30’ | Mad Women

Hailey Pitcher January 29, 2024
"Bridget Jones's Diary" portrays a 32-year-old "spinster's" quest for love, but should women feel pressured to have their life together before the dreaded "30?"
Brett Abrams | Graphic Artist

Lacking self-awareness is alarmingly profitable | Cultspiracy

Kim Schneider February 17, 2023
Dunning-Kruger lending itself to success may seem surprising at first, but with the growth of social media and the inherently selfish structure of capitalism (or human nature?), maybe it just makes sense.
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Love you, love all

Maya Frankel September 21, 2021
Loving yourself is the most important thing because you are always going to be with yourself
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Moving Forward: COVID-19 complicates our communication

Divya Sood March 23, 2021
Zoom and face masks limit our body language but also strengthen other forms of communication.
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BU students find confidence, connection through women’s networks

Emily Pauls March 12, 2021
Boston University Clubs and organizations in the surrounding city have demonstrated a commitment to supporting women in a variety of fields, curating connections and confidence in aspiring professionals.
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