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Emma Hart | Graphic Artist

Scrumptious, time-saving lunch ideas that you can prepare quickly

Ananya Swaroop February 25, 2025
Skipping lunch may not sound like a big deal, but if you continue it as a routine, it can lead to decreased energy levels, poor concentration and overall health issues. If you’re someone who is dealing with this issue and is looking for a change, here’s a list of budget-friendly meal options that I usually make. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

The myth of ‘The Matrix’: misogyny, men, mediocrity | Cultspiracy

Kim Schneider October 5, 2023
The "Red Pill" has been hijacked by conservatives to twist the anti-capitalist message of "The Matrix".
Lila Baltaxe | Graphic Artist

Spring into fitness with the Nike Run Club App

Amber Morris March 3, 2023
Four years ago, as a high school student, I was looking for a way to track my goals and runs without the expense of buying a watch. After trying out a myriad of different applications on my iPhone, the one that stuck with me was the Nike Run Club App. 
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Capturing the springtime

Thalia Lauzon April 29, 2021
Warmer days move my nature-photographer heart to get outside and capture something new.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Moving Forward: Ruined plans were blessings in disguise

Divya Sood April 27, 2021
Instead of trying to map the future, let’s embrace uncertainty and reach these answers by living.
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Moving Forward: The pandemic’s effect on our personalities

Divya Sood April 20, 2021
It is important we acknowledge our internal personality changes after a major life event.
woman meditates on top of a mountain

Manifest it

Maya Frankel April 13, 2021
Go get your journal, yoga or music and start turning your dreams and goals into reality.
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Moving Forward: Self-growth starts with self-love

Divya Sood April 6, 2021
Be it a single affirmation or action step, one move can launch a life of limitless growth.
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BU alumni discuss diversity, inclusion in modern workplace

Connor Allen April 6, 2021
Alumni from various BU majors spoke on their experience with inclusion in the workplace at a panel.
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Let Your Hair Down: The changing nature of internships as we begin to exit the pandemic

Hannah Bohn March 30, 2021
There is more to life than the steps we take to advance our careers and being students.
Yvonne Tang/DFP STAFF

Burning Out: What’s a successful person? It’s you and me

Yvonne Tang March 29, 2021
It’s important to evaluate our personal definitions of success and realize we’re already there.
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Pandemic brings unique challenges for ESL students, families

Isabella Abraham March 11, 2021
In public school private ESL programs and public English classes, both adult and K-12 ESL students are struggling with their education. Younger students in particular have difficulties adjusting to the in-home learning environment.
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