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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist

Ask Abby (Or Analise): Please stop asking for my Snapchat

Analise Bruno April 8, 2025
Free yourself from the nonchalant, noncommittal shackles pushed on us by social media, and you’ll be on the right path to finding real love. 
Liza Berdykulova | Senior Graphic Artist

Has reading become a performance?

Chloe Saint Mard February 27, 2025
At its core, this shift isn’t about literature — it’s about looking like a reader. Books have become an accessory, a personality trait and a status symbol. As a result, people are reading more visibly than ever. The joy of getting lost in a story, of struggling with complex ideas and of truly reading seems to be fading.
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

How manifestation ruined my life

Breanna Pham April 2, 2024
Manifestation is a term that's become a buzzword, particularly due to its surge in popularity on platforms like TikTok. At its core, manifestation is about shaping your reality by aligning your thoughts, emotions and actions with your desires. Growing up in a deeply spiritual household, I practiced Buddhism with my family, and the religion featured a lot of the same ideals when it came to alignment. Manifestation always seemed to work in my favor. However, it wasn't until college that my perspective began to shift.
Annika Morris | Graphic Artist

The internet’s unfortunate idolization of Gypsy Rose Blanchard | Editorial

Editors January 22, 2024
Gypsy Rose Blanchard was met with online support after being released from prison for the murder of her abusive mother. While her crime can be absolved, can Gen Z's "unseriousness?"
Connie Dai / DFP Staff

Gaming the System: Even in gaming, taking the step outside of your isolation is worthwhile

Nick Speranza April 8, 2022
Even within the relatively narrow confines of competitive gaming it is important to step outside of your comfort zone and try something new.
Remote vs. In-Person Reporting | Is It OK If I Record?

Remote vs. In-Person Reporting | Is It OK If I Record?

Angela Yang September 12, 2021

Now that campus life is back in full swing and offices are beginning to reopen, Sarah and Angela reminisce on the pros and cons of reporting from home before sharing what it's like to finally be...

Yvonne Tang / DFP Staff

Gaming the System: In esports and college life, let’s enjoy meeting in person again

Nick Speranza September 2, 2021
Being able to watch Ultimate Summit 3 was truly a breath of fresh air and simple proof that remote experiences are not sufficient substitutes for in-person events.
Faces of Roxbury Poetry Festival Headliners

Registration for first Roxbury Poetry Festival opens

Taylor Brokesh April 23, 2021
The free event will take place virtually, with some in person components, June 5.
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BU officials talk differences in summer housing, remote jobs for third LfA session

Ashley Soebroto April 11, 2021
As the LfA summer approaches, BU officials say there will be reduced in-person jobs with housing.
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BU Gaming Club, Student Government collaborate to host partially in-person Valorant tournament

Molly Farrar April 7, 2021
BU gamers will compete in a global esports competition Saturday through a BU Gaming Club event.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: Staying ‘objective’ can set harmfully strict standards for journalists, but we must remain steadfast in integrity

Editors February 4, 2021
It’s a journalist’s duty to be unbiased. We represent our publications and their credibility, and we need to take that commitment seriously
OP-ED: American democracy isn't on the brink of collapse — it doesn't exist

OP-ED: American democracy isn’t on the brink of collapse — it doesn’t exist

Editors January 16, 2021
While some may claim our society is a democracy, we in fact spend most of our time adhering to policies of unelected leaders.
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