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East to West: Oct. 23, 2020

East to West: Oct. 23, 2020

Justin Tang October 23, 2020

Today, we cover a student initiative to make classes on election day optional, an uptick in bicycle theft, new public showers in Cambridge for those in need, and more. FEATURING: Justin Tang, Katrina...

Students are urging Boston University to reinstate its Credit-No Credit grading policy through an online petition launched Friday. ILLUSTRATION BY LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Students petition BU to bring back Credit-No Credit for Fall

Kate Sandage October 19, 2020
An online petition launched Friday is urging BU to reinstate for this semester its Credit-No Credit grading policy from the Spring. The policy would allow students to choose between a letter grade or a credit-no credit designation for their classes. 
A sign outside Agganis Arena reminds students to complete their required daily symptom survey before entering the building to be tested. Students are finding loopholes in Boston University’s testing procedures, which allow them to arrive at their COVID-19 test earlier or later than scheduled. ROBERT BRANNING/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU’s COVID-19 testing procedures gives students flexibility, though may be subject to change

Nick Kolev September 27, 2020
BU’s COVID-19 testing allows for students to arrive at their appointments earlier or later than their scheduled time as long as it is on the same day, according to multiple students.
The “F--- It Won’t Cut It” campaign created by eight College of Communication students launched on several social media platforms Sunday night. The campaign encourages returning Boston University students to act responsibly for the sake of the community’s health and their own health.  COURTESY OF F--- IT WON'T CUT IT

COM students implore BU community to stay safe through social media campaign

Cameron Morsberger August 17, 2020
As Fall classes loom and Boston University gears up for in-person operations, students concerned about harmful ignorance surrounding campus safety were pushed into action, and they have some strong words to express that apprehension.
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