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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

John Mulaney’s live talk show is not for ‘everybody,’ but it is worth a watch

Lauren Albano April 6, 2025
There are plenty of things that need ironing out, but I’m still open to seeing what else Mulaney has in store. But hopefully, if I decide to call in again, it won’t be a waste of the whole world’s time.
Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist

Ariana Grande’s deluxe album guarantees ‘brighter days ahead,’ but her short film is not spotless

Lauren Albano April 1, 2025
That being said, I know brighter days are on the horizon with the new deluxe songs on my playlist. They intensify the raw, introspective feel to the album that I once associated more heavily with songs like “bye” and “true story.”
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Smiles, laughs and whole lot of yarn: Winding down and finding peace with Off The Hook BU

Nino Machavariani March 21, 2025
The moment you step in, you’re welcomed into a cozy, inviting atmosphere where people sit together, chatting and crocheting. There’s an immediate warmth — an unspoken understanding that here, you can just be.
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. 
Liza Berdykulova | Senior Graphic Artist

The classic holdover: A spring break away from home

Ananya Swaroop March 4, 2025
Maybe I’ll wake up without an alarm, make a good breakfast, take a relaxing bath and tick off things from my spring break bucket list. Of course, there will be moments where I’ll wish I was home, but I’ll remind myself that I’ll be okay. And above all, I’ll take it one day at a time. 
Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist

Ask Abby (Or Analise): Your guide to getting off the ‘no kiss’ list

Analise Bruno February 18, 2025
Let me tell you a secret: no matter how sexually confident someone comes across  — and no matter how many people they’ve kissed or hooked up with — deep down, most of us are all experiencing one major feeling — doubt.
Iris Ren | Graphic Artist

I don’t wish you the best

Daniela Cejudo Curiel November 14, 2024
I would love to be mature and say I wish my ex all the best — but I don’t. I don’t wish him the worst, but I will never wish him the best. 
Emma Clement | Senior Graphic Artist

The heartbreak of growing apart: Why friendship breakups cut deep

Keira Footer October 28, 2024
We all like to believe that regardless of how many romantic partners come and go, our true friends will stick around no matter what. This is why friendship breakups often hurt more than regular breakups. While romance is usually complex, you’d think friendships would be anything but. 
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

America’s shoegaze explosion: A brief timeline

Miguel Gonzales April 4, 2024
Shoegaze has become almost unavoidable to Gen-Z listeners. From TikToks nearing approximately 180,000 posts under the hashtag “shoegaze” to a new generation of rising shoegaze bands, the genre has found new life. However, it wasn’t this way in the beginning, especially to a more general American audience.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Affordable Adventures: a day in Providence on a student budget

Isabella Lapriore November 17, 2023
Little Rhody may be the smallest state — but Providence is full of some of the most unique food, art, shopping and nightlife in the country. It’s easy for the cost of a day trip to add up, but planning the perfect student-budget friendly adventure is simple when you know the best bang-for-your-buck spots to explore
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

‘Euro summer’: Do travelers value experience or appearance?

Lea Rivel November 17, 2023
Seeing posts about European travel and its commodification made me realize that “Euro summer” is about more than just vacationing. The phenomenon has brought to light travelers’ ability — or lack thereof — to be culturally sentient and understand the world around them in a nuanced way, even if in limited quantities.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

There is no real way to “look gay”

Lea Rivel October 26, 2023
Media has often shown society that the way to show that you’re a queer woman (whether that be lesbian, bisexual, pansexual or any other label), is to dress more masculine, carry yourself a certain way or overtly wear rainbow colors. Because of this, people often have a narrow perspective of how we look and dress.
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