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Boston University Student Government. BU StuGov slate candidates discussed ideas to solve student issues during a town hall meeting at the George Sherman Union Back Court March 16. HUI-EN LIN/DFP STAFF

Running slates answer student questions on Black mental health, student involvement in StuGov election town hall

Anna Vidergar March 17, 2022
Students asked slate representatives how they would respond to issues of mental health, diversity and more.
fraternity letters

Greek Life committee events aim to address long-standing consent, diversity issues within campus culture

Jesús Marrero Suárez April 21, 2021
The committees are hosting events this week to discuss inclusion and sexual assault prevention.
mhc funding request presentation during boston university student government meeting

StuGov confirms new chairs, funding for Mental Health Committee website

Anna Vidergar April 13, 2021
New Senate and ROC chairs were confirmed, while the MHC and Department of Events received funding.
boston university it's on us stand with us fundraiser graphic

It’s On Us partners with Greek Life, Student Government to fundraise for sexual assault survivors

Vanessa Bartlett April 6, 2021
The fundraiser is seeking donations for RAINN during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
cabinet updates at a boston university student government meeting

StuGov updates on cabinet, Mental Health Committee, constitutional amendment in weekly meeting

Anna Vidergar March 16, 2021
Boston University Student Government received cabinet updates, confirmed a Mental Health Committee co-chair and discussed a potential amendment to the StuGov constitution that would change the definition of a BU college in a Zoom meeting Monday night.
BUnited meets with a student at BU beach

BUnited slate runs uncontested in StuGov elections

Molly Farrar March 4, 2021
With the Boston University Student Government elections fast approaching, the BUnited slate is ready to begin their term as the next StuGov Executive Board, said Student Body President-nominee Nyah Jordan, a junior in the College of Communication.
Boston University InterFraternity Council Logo

Greek Life holds meetings on diversity, sexual assault prevention

Madhri Yehiya March 2, 2021
Members of Boston University’s Greek Life held two meetings this past weekend to discuss diversity and inclusion, as well as sexual assault prevention within sororities and fraternities on campus.
Boston University Student Government meeting

StuGov prepares for elections, confirms Judicial Advisory Commission proxy

Anna Vidergar February 23, 2021
Boston University Student Government heard updates from its executive board, held a presentation on Senate chair elections and confirmed a proxy for the Judiciary Action Committee in a short meeting Monday night.
Student Government plans to feature student talent, create opportunities for people to socialize safely on campus and increase involvement within the BU community during the Spring 2021 semester. COURTESY OF DAVID HAETTY

OneBU Spring agenda plans to keep students engaged, provide more social opportunities

Emily Stevenson January 25, 2021
Student Government’s Spring semester goals will look similar to the Fall, but will focus more on showcasing student talent, keeping engagement levels up and bringing the Boston University community together, according to StuGov representatives.
In its last meeting of the semester on Monday night, Boston University Student Government discussed whether to denounce Kappa Sigma for painting over the transgender flag on the BU Rock during Transgender Day of Remembrance. LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

StuGov talks Spring semester plans, approves Greek life action plan

Anna Vidergar December 8, 2020
Boston University Student Government heard from several senators about plans for Spring semester, including how to increase student engagement, in a meeting streamed live to YouTube Monday night.
OneBU, the executive board of Boston University’s Student Government, has made progress toward realizing some of its platform promises, despite setbacks. COURTESY OF DAVID HAETTY

OneBU works to meet platform promises

Claire Williams November 16, 2020
OneBU, BU StuGov's 2020-2021 elected slate, has returned some of its platform promises such as networking resources and mental health care, and is working on doing more for the student body.
Boston University is encouraging students to remember the University’s COVID-19 guidelines as Halloween approaches. LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU to celebrate a socially distanced Halloween

Nick Kolev October 29, 2020
BU is “just trying to creep it real” and urging students to celebrate Halloween safely and responsibly this year, according to a University email sent to students Wednesday afternoon. Meanwhile, COVID-19 cases continue to rise both nationally and in Massachusetts.
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