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So, you want to get into vintage fashion? | It’s All Been Done Before

Erica Schwartz April 9, 2025
So, take a deep breath and trust yourself. Personal style is always a work in progress — especially when you are diving into a whole new branch of fashion culture. Try the things you like and see what sticks.
Mugar Memorial Library no head librarian

Reports of disorganization, understaffing as Mugar library remains without some high-level staff

Emilia Wisniewski February 17, 2022
The evening circulation manager, head of circulation and head librarian positions have been vacant for months.
BU essential workers during blizzard

BU essential workers reported for shifts during Saturday blizzard emergency

Daily Free Press Staff February 4, 2022
Staff noted difficulties reporting to their shifts during the record-breaking blizzard on Jan. 29.
Students studying in the George Sherman Union’s Ziskind Lounge. Some Boston University students have experienced difficulties finding adequate study spaces on campus.THALIA LAUZON/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU students wary of on-campus study spaces

Anne Jonas November 13, 2020
Students have a myriad of options for study spaces this year — from reserved rooms to unoccupied areas around campus — but some students said University options are not always accessible or appealing.
“Re-Birth” photographer Sheila Pree Bright’s multi-photograph installation hangs on a wall of Boston University’s Mugar Memorial Library. NICOLE BARTUCH / DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Photographer captures BU student voices in campus installation

Nicole Bartuch October 26, 2020

Four black-and-white portraits hang side by side on the wall of Mugar Memorial Library at Boston University, overlaid by a transparent projection of a slideshow of similar photos. The themes of freedom,...

“Crazy in College” is a mental health podcast started by Boston University sophomores Emma Cohen and Abbie Johnson. LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Student-run podcast sparks conversations on mental health, well-being

Caroline Bowden October 22, 2020
Campus tours may promise prospective students mental health resources, but life on campus oftentimes does pose unique hurdles for those struggling with mental illness. At BU, that’s no different.
East to West (COVID-19 Update #1): March 16, 2020

East to West (COVID-19 Update #1): March 16, 2020

Justin Tang March 16, 2020

This episode is also available on SoundCloud. In this episode of East to West, we cover BU’s decision to move classes online in the wake of a recent uptick in coronavirus cases in Massachusetts,...

Boston University Dean of Students Kenneth Elmore said the Howard Thurman Center’s new design was inspired by conversations with students about race, culture and identity. RYAN GREGORY/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Dean Elmore shows The Daily Free Press the new Howard Thurman Center’s hidden gems

Sarah Readdean February 6, 2020
Kenneth Elmore, dean of students at Boston University, shared his secrets with The Daily Free Press in an exclusive tour of the new HTC.
EDITORIAL: The Daily Free Press endorses Build BU for Student Government

EDITORIAL: The Daily Free Press endorses Build BU for Student Government

Editors March 21, 2018
This year’s Student Government elections pit two community-centered slates, Build BU and BUnited, against each other. The elected slate will become the executive board of SG and be the voice for the student body for the 2018-2019 academic year.
EDITORIAL: Here’s what you need to know

EDITORIAL: Here’s what you need to know

Editors June 6, 2017

Welcome to Boston University and welcome to Boston! You’re about to experience college in one of the coolest cities in America and arguably the best city to be a student in the world. There are 35 colleges...

JOHNSTON: Political reflection is key

JOHNSTON: Political reflection is key

Andrew Johnston December 12, 2016

Perhaps the most delightful Christmas gift this season will not be one that fits beneath the tree. It will not be able to be opened, and you can’t exchange it for store credit. The Christmas gift I’m...

The George Sherman Union, along with the Fresh Food Company at Warren Towers, is now open to students until 10 p.m. PHOTO BY ADRIANNA DIAZ/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

GSU extended operation hour to adjust to students’ needs

Anna Whitelaw September 21, 2016

As dozens of Boston University students studied and ate at the George Sherman Union on a casual Monday evening, many said they appreciated BU Dining Services’ decision to keep some of the GSU facilities...

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