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The Daily Free Press

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Enrollment in online courses on the decline, study suggests

Daily Free Press Admin January 22, 2014

As Boston University continues to expand its offering of Massive Open Online Courses, a study released Wednesday indicates a decreased rate of enrollment in these online programs at universities nationwide. “This...

Advocates gather last-minute signatures before ballot deadline

Daily Free Press Admin December 4, 2013

Activists for law reform in Massachusetts have collected enough votes for seven ballot questions to be filed at the office of Mass. Secretary of State William Galvin Wednesday with the hope that their...

Despite Harvard deficit, university grows in Allston

Daily Free Press Admin November 13, 2013

Although it had a reported deficit of $34 million from last year, Harvard University is moving forward with plans to expand the Harvard Business School, residences and athletic facilities in Allston. On...

Solar-powered seats to charge smart phones come to North End

Daily Free Press Admin November 7, 2013

Looking to provide residents and tourists with a way to keep their phones charged, Boston Mayor Thomas Menino announced Tuesday the installation of two prototypes of solar-powered seats capable of charging...

Boston mayoral race sees greater voter turnout than 2009 election

Daily Free Press Admin November 6, 2013

Voter turnout on Tuesday was higher than in past elections as residents decided the most competitive mayoral race Boston has seen in 20 years. The election had a 40.19 percent participation rate from...

Elmore encourages students to make safe choices over celebratory weekend

Daily Free Press Admin October 31, 2013

In hopes of ensuring the safety of Boston University students, Dean of Students Kenneth Elmore said he is promoting safe ways in which students can celebrate this Halloween weekend in contained environments. For...

Hotel Commonwealth plans expansion of rooms and space

Daily Free Press Admin October 16, 2013

Less than a year after purchasing Hotel Commonwealth from Boston University, the hotel management announced Thursday plans to expand the property by building additions to the rear of the hotel facing...

Menino chronicles final 100 days in office with transition blog

Daily Free Press Admin October 3, 2013

With less than 100 days of his term remaining, Boston Mayor Thomas Menino and his administration launched a daily blog on Saturday, titled NextBoston, in hopes of facilitating a smooth transition for...

Some freshmen find AlcoholEdu online course unhelpful

Daily Free Press Admin September 25, 2013

Boston University freshmen are in the process of completing the second part of an online required alcohol education program implemented for the first time this year, officials said. AlcoholEdu for College...

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