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A member of the Boston University Graduate Student Union speaks at a rally against sexual assault following allegations against BU professor David Marchant. PHOTO BY CHLOE GRINBERG/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU concludes professor sexually harassed female research students in Antarctica

Alana Levene November 19, 2017

By Elise Takahama and Alana Levene Boston University’s Office of Equal Opportunity concluded that geology professor David Marchant — who has been accused of multiple counts of sexual harassment...

Questrom School of Business dean Kenneth Freeman announces Wednesday evening that he's stepping down from his position in June 2018. PHOTO BY ELISE TAKAHAMA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Freeman leaves Questrom dean position after 8 years

Daily Free Press Staff November 16, 2017

By: Elise Takahama and Lexi Peery Questrom School of Business Dean Kenneth Freeman announced Wednesday evening that he's stepping down from his position in June 2018, marking the end of a nearly...

PHOTO BY KATIE GODERE/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Former NFL star Nick Buoniconti pledges brain to BU CTE Center

Elise Takahama November 3, 2017

A little over a month after scientists announced they may have discovered a way to diagnose chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, in living people — not just postmortem — athletes and veterans...

Students rally on Oct. 11 following allegations against Earth and environment professor David Marchant. PHOTO BY CHLOE GRINBERG/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Congressional committee investigates BU researcher accused of sexual misconduct

Elise Takahama October 27, 2017

By Elise Takahama, Caroline Smith and Solange Hackshaw The U.S. House Committee on Science, Space and Technology has started a bipartisan investigation Thursday on the sexual harassment allegations...

Seth Blumenthal is one of the Boston University lecturers involved in negotiating a contract with Boston University administration granting higher wages and better job security to lecturers. PHOTO BY CHLOE GRINBERG/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Full-time BU lecturers ratify first contract with university

Elise Takahama October 13, 2017

The Boston University Lecturers Union came to an agreement with the university after threatening to strike and unanimously ratified their first contract Friday afternoon. This contract came days...

Green Arts Network hosts Bee Green, a workshop revolving around sustainability on the ground level, Sunday afternoon at the Massachusetts College of Art and Design. PHOTO BY ELISE TAKAHAMA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Green Arts Network addresses environmental issues in Boston through sustainable arts

Elise Takahama May 3, 2017

Boston does try to promote a green city, evident through its countless green spaces, public transportation efforts and energy-saving initiatives. But, according to Green Arts Network, it’s not enough. Bee...

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FreeP vs. Food: Boba

Elise Takahama April 6, 2017

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This week, FreeP vs. Food tackled the boba industry. Here’s our guide to four popular boba spots in Brookline, Allston and along Commonwealth Avenue, rating each...

Chris Zapata, one of many LGBTQ YouTubers, expresses his disappointment and frustration with YouTube's Restricted Mode on LGBTQ-related videos. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY KALINA NEWMAN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

YouTube continues to receive ethical backlash from LGBTQ community

Isabelle El Khoury March 29, 2017

By Isabelle El Khoury and Elise Takahama Between receiving angry responses to discriminatory restrictions and recently losing financial support from major advertising agencies, YouTube has not had...

Three Boston University employees, Charlotte Mason, Anne Corriveau and Deepti Nijhawan, discuss ways to ensure the academic and social success of international students. PHOTO BY ELISE TAKAHAMA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU discusses strategies to promote professional success for international students

Elise Takahama February 23, 2017

By Natasha Mascarenhas and Elise Takahama For many international students, adjusting to American culture can be difficult. Once students are able to get past the initial culture shock, they’re...

The Boston University Sweethearts, an on-campus a cappella group, hosts a benefit concert to honor Jane Doe Inc. at the Jacob Sleeper Auditorium Saturday night. PHOTO BY SYDNEY MAES/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU Sweethearts lead a cappella groups in spreading awareness about sexual violence

Elise Takahama February 16, 2017

Valentine’s Day often prompts eye-rolls and scoffs from those who pass it off as a corporate marketing technique, but this year, the Boston University Sweethearts, an all-female a cappella group,...

The Genki Spark, a taiko group, hosts an open house Saturday in Dorchester to support visibility for Japanese American women while advocating for equal rights for all. PHOTO BY ELISE TAKAHAMA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Genki Spark shines light on female empowerment through taiko

Elise Takahama February 9, 2017

Social advocacy and taiko drumming aren’t a traditional combination. This is something Karen Young, the founding director of The Genki Spark, had known for a long time. But seven years ago, she...

Falu performs at Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub for a concert benefitting the Desai Foundation. PHOTO BY ELISE TAKAHAMA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Bollywood singer Falu teams up with charity for health, education, culture

Elise Takahama November 9, 2016

She’s known for her blend of traditional Indian vocals and modern pop style, but Falu uses her talent for more than spreading music and culture. Although not for the first time, Falu worked with...

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