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The North African Student Organization presents their funding request at the Boston University Student Government meeting March 24. StuGov members received an update about the Warren Towers renovation and approved funds for three student organizations. PHOTO BY ELIZABETH MEHLER

StuGov discusses Warren Towers renovation, approves 4 student group funding requests

Elizabeth Mehler March 26, 2025
The Boston University Student Government received updates on the Warren Towers renovation project and approved funding requests from four student organizations during its Monday meeting.
Jodi Tang | Graphic Artist

The myth of escape

Gabriel Martins February 21, 2025
But growing is inevitable, regardless of where you are. We have this mentality that we must evolve or die, but evolving doesn’t mean changing your life dramatically. We evolve in little ways every day— even if it’s in the courage it takes to live at home.
Students’ dinners at Lobster Night included a whole boiled lobster, corn on the cob and potatoes. RACHEL FEINSTIEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

GALLERY: Terriers participate in Lobster Night 2024

Sarah Cruz September 22, 2024
BU Dining Services hosted Lobster Night on Sept. 19.
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Campus food | Doctor’s Orders

Luc Ljoka April 16, 2024
Dear Doctors, I live in a dorm with no kitchen, and I hate the dining hall food. How do I make sure I eat properly? Sincerely, Perplexed
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

A trip to the tropics: BU Hawaiian Night

Nicole Lee November 13, 2023
On Nov. 7, BU Hawaiian Cultural Association took us all on a trip to the tropics of Hawaii. After scanning my ID and stepping through the gates of Warren Dining hall, I was given a lei with flowers of vibrant blue, and ready for my challenge at hand. The menu for the night was vast, and it was my conquest to try it all.
Students walking into Boston University’s Marciano Commons dining hall.

BU Dining Services updates feedback system

Crystal Yormick October 12, 2023
New e360 feedback devices in the dining halls and in-person student feedback sessions have been added by Boston University Dining Services. 
Biometric Morphowave Dining Hall

New MorphoWave scanning technology in BU dining halls sparks mixed reviews among faculty and students

Crystal Yormick September 7, 2023
Boston University Dining Services installed new scanners that use biometric technology.
Analise Bruno | Senior Graphic Artist

A year in Warren Towers: It’s nothing like the movies | Tough Love

Analise Bruno April 28, 2023
While some film portrayals aren’t too far off from emulating the classic college experience — there’s a lot they get wrong or miss. The reality is: the college experience also gets intertwined with high stress levels and the struggle that comes with living on your own for the first time. 
The Boston University Police headquarters.

Campus Crime Logs: March 22 – 28

Bailey Scott March 29, 2023
The following crime logs were taken from the Boston University Police Department’s from March 22-28.
Chloe Patel | Senior Graphic Artist

EDITORIAL: Where’d all the empathy go? — BU and its entitlement crisis

Editors March 27, 2023
There is something in the air at Boston University— and no, it is not the refreshing springtime aroma—but rather the pungent scent of entitlement seething from all four-corners of campus.
West Campus Dining hall

Construction begins to expand West Campus dining hall, adding more seating and dining options

Maya Mitchell March 1, 2023
Boston University began construction in Claflin Hall on Jan. 23 to expand the Fresh Food Co. dining hall in West Campus and layout of the first floor.
An advertisement board outside Warren Towers. Each of the four dining halls will celebrate Halloween with decorations and menu items inspired by each of the four seasons of “Stranger Things.” AMANDA CUCCINIELLO/DFP STAFF

‘Stranger Things’ turns BU Dining upside down celebrate Halloween

Macie Parker October 31, 2022
"Stranger Things" to be the theme of all BU dining halls this Halloween.
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