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Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Mr. and Mrs. Campeón | Things I’ve Learned From Strangers

Lili Culhane March 6, 2024
There’s no way to adequately describe the pure bliss of sipping a Cuban coffee. You’ve just got to try it. My first sip was at this little mom and pop shop just around the corner from Enrique’s place. The sweet, old couple that ran it stood behind the counter catching up with Enrique in Spanish. The old man handed Enrique a styrofoam cup of liquid and four tiny, empty cups for sharing. Enrique thanked him, calling him “Campeón” as he walked to meet us at the table that my parents and I had grabbed in the corner. 
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Graphic Artist

The Four Belt Era: Israel Adesanya

Eli Cloutier April 13, 2023
After suffering three losses to Alex Pereira over the years, Israel Adesanya finally solved his longtime rival to win back the title of UFC Middleweight Champion.
Chloe Patel | Senior Graphic Artist

On-Deck Circle: Japan wins WBC as MLB Opening Day nears

Brendan Galvin March 30, 2023
Columnist Brendan Galvin breaks down Japan's victory at the World Baseball Classic and predicts award winners for the upcoming MLB season.
Connie Dai | DFP Staff

The Mezzala: Football vs. Soccer, the sport’s development in America amidst Messi rumors

Benjamin Lee November 1, 2022
In this week's edition of The Mezzala, Benjamin Lee discusses the rumors of Messi going to Inter Miami and why the quality of American soccer is so far behind its European counterpart.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | DFP Staff

4th and Inches: Three storylines from NFL Week 2

Brett Abrams September 23, 2022
In the debut of Brett Abrams' NFL column, 4th and Inches, Abrams covers Tagovailoa's rise, Rodgers' psychedelic boost, and the Eagles' early promise.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

The Fast Break: My 2022 All-Star ballot

Ethan Biddle January 26, 2022
Columnist Ethan Biddle unveils his picks for the 2022 NBA All-Star game.
woman at a hackathon

TERRIERS IN BIZ: BU alumna leverages nonprofit to achieve gender inclusivity in hackathon

Yiran Yu March 18, 2021
Boston University Alumna Fiona Whittington co-created "TechTogether" to host hackathons that are an inclusive, safe space for individuals of all marginalized genders.
Alexia Nizhny

Sincerely, Ally: We must be transparent in our conversations about money

Alexia Nizhny October 5, 2020
Overcoming the discomfort of discussing finances is necessary and beneficial in recognizing our privileges.
Stephanie Castillo (left) and Danielle Palmer (right) star in “The Tragic Ecstasy of Girlhood” at the Boston Playwrights’ Theatre. COURTESY OF KALMAN ZABARSKY

Boston Playwrights’ Theatre starts a conversation about suicide and violence against women with new play

Kami Rieck October 18, 2018
Students and community members gathered at the Boston Playwrights’ Theatre to experience the heartache and turmoil five girls face while living in a residential care facility in Texas Saturday night. Boston University’s New Play Initiative’s production, “The Tragic Ecstasy of Girlhood,” and the post-show discussion encouraged the audience to continue the conversation on heavy and relevant issues.
Boston receives a three out of five star rating for access to reproductive freedom. PHOTO BY ELIZA SHAW/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Boston scores 3 out of 5 stars on reproductive freedom index

Isabel Owens October 22, 2017

  The National Institute for Reproductive Health launched its Local Reproductive Index Tuesday, giving Boston three out of five stars in reproductive freedom based on the city’s reproductive...

BENNAIM: Peace in Colombia

BENNAIM: Peace in Colombia

Amid Bennaim October 8, 2015

Though negotiations have been going on for years, recently there has been cautious hope in Colombia. Of the countless communist groups in the country, the only real threat to peace that remains under arms...

Roundup: Women’s rowing captures Patriot League championship

Daily Free Press Admin May 17, 2014

The Boston University women’s rowing team capped off a successful league season Friday, winning the Patriot League Championship and earning the program’s second-straight NCAA Championships berth. In...

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