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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

No one owes you anything — get used to it | The Hard Pills We Hate to Swallow

Breanna Pham March 31, 2025
The reality is that life will disappoint us sometimes. People will let us down. Doors will close. But that’s not the end of our story — it’s just a redirection. 
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Moose’s Job(s) | Doctor’s Orders

Luc Ljoka March 19, 2025
I'm sorry to hear your movie theater job didn't work out.
Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist

Working towards tomorrow

Sophia Keohane March 6, 2025
These things seem really simple, but they took a lot of effort. The cycle of self-hate is a vicious one, and I’ve realized that breaking away from it  takes a lot of work. 
What Are You Grateful For? | Unmasked

What Are You Grateful For? | Unmasked

Veronica Thompson December 1, 2021

Unmasked is the storytelling podcast that uncovers the thoughts, feelings and voices of the BU Community. Today’s prompt was —  what are you grateful for?   Click here to stream this...

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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.
Second-Language Learning and Disabilities virtual conference

Second-language learning faculty discussed increasing inclusivity in education

Connor Allen March 1, 2021
BU's Department of Romance Studies held the third edition of their Second-Language Learning and Disabilities Conference this weekend, where faculty and professionals called for greater inclusivity in language programs.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: The issue of standardized testing must be addressed at lower levels of education

Editors February 3, 2021
The issue of standardized testing is that universities can make it optional, but they can’t get rid of it or the system perpetuating its flaws. We need a fundamental change so all students receive a solid foundational education that starts as early as elementary school.
The COVID-19 pandemic limited some employment opportunities for graduating students, but other jobs may be available to those who are willing to work in different industries. COURTESY OF FLAZINGO.COM

BU students, alum see new direction, promise in job market despite pandemic

Belle He December 3, 2020
Although seniors every year battle the pressure of the job search, the class of 2021 faces a unique challenge: entering an economy jeopardized by the pandemic.
Meredith Varner

The Next Four Years: The lessons you aren’t expecting to learn

Meredith Varner June 12, 2020
As I head into my senior year, I now realize I learned and experienced so much that I never would have expected as an incoming freshman.
BURSTEIN: College is a montage of gratifying moments

BURSTEIN: College is a montage of gratifying moments

Sarah Burstein April 10, 2016

I’ve always been a very sentimental person. I cried at my last eighth grade dance because leaving the comfort of my middle school and transitioning to the big, scary high school meant that everything...

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