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Chloe Patel | Senior Graphic Artist

The mystery of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline explosions | Beyond the Compass

Kevin Mani March 27, 2023
If Ukraine perpetrated the mysterious explosions that damaged the undersea Nord Stream 2 pipelines last year, it was a grave mistake — but there could still be some serious spy games going on here.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Graphic Artist

Italy’s Elections Are a Warning to Us All | The Intersection

Katie Harmon September 29, 2022

Across the ocean as I write this, Italy is experiencing the consequences of their snap election caused by the summer 2022 Italian Government Crisis, which could significantly change not only the nation,...

BU international adoptee club

BU International Adoptee Club focus on membership, branch out to more diverse communities

Mia Knezevic September 28, 2022

The Boston University International Adoptee Club strives to provide a space for adopted students to share common experiences and connect further with their roots. A year after its founding, members of...

Yvonne Tang / DFP Staff

Let’s Talk About: How good things come to those who wait

Mayela Machribie Lumban Gaol November 3, 2021
Sometimes, to get the best results, some costs and sacrifices must be made — especially during a pandemic.
Students walking on Commonwealth Avenue during golden hour

Formerly remote sophomores return to campus, begin anew

Ashley Soebroto September 7, 2021
BU announces events specifically for the class of 2024 following their hybrid first year.
Air India B77W plane.

India’s COVID-19 outbreak impacts students’ summer plans

Ashley Soebroto May 11, 2021
International students at BU face travel restrictions as the second wave in India continues to break records.
Fair Admission: Episode 5 - International

Fair Admission: Episode 5 – International

Edward Sturm March 25, 2021

U.S. colleges and universities recruit the global elite, but they often ignore foreign-origin students already in the country. Undocumented students, first-generation Americans, and international...

Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: The Boston Marathon continues to unite the city, overcome challenges

Editors March 4, 2021
The marathon demonstrates how Boston traditions continue to persevere and connect us during a time of severe isolation. Perhaps it can also inspire us to fight against the COVID-19 fatigue and keep us Boston Strong through the last stretch of the pandemic.
Boston University Student Employment Office

International students talk difficulty of getting jobs in US

Rachel Do March 4, 2021
A key part of the teen experience is securing that first job, but for international students, securing a part time job can be much more difficult than anticipated.
Boston University International Students and Scholars Office. International students faced difficulties returning to campus due to travel restrictions and experienced challenges with ISSO over winter break. SOPHIA FLISSLER/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

International students report ISSO delays, travel difficulties as Spring semester begins

Vanessa Bartlett January 27, 2021
International students returning to campus for the Spring semester have reported varying degrees of difficulty in traveling back to the United States because of delays in receiving paperwork from the International Students and Scholars Office.
Boston’s Newbury Street. On Black Friday this year, stores in the city adjusted their safety protocols to meet the demands of shoppers while following health-related constraints. JACQUELYN O’BRIEN/ DFP FILE

Shoppers see early sales instead of typical Black Friday weekend

Yiran Yu December 1, 2020
Despite specific health-related constraints and added safety procedures, businesses and students strived to celebrate Black Friday in a different way.
Students from Boston University College Democrats, Up to Us and BU College Republicans at a fiscal policy debate in 2018. BU’s different political organizations have varying opinions on this year’s presidential election results. SERENA YU/ DFP FILE

Student political organizations stay active as they accept presidential results

Madison Mercado November 16, 2020
Student political organizations at BU hold mixed opinions on this year’s presidential election results and plan to continue meeting to discuss politics while engaging with the BU community.
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