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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): Your guide to getting off the ‘no kiss’ list

Analise Bruno February 18, 2025
Let me tell you a secret: no matter how sexually confident someone comes across  — and no matter how many people they’ve kissed or hooked up with — deep down, most of us are all experiencing one major feeling — doubt.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show: Kendrick Lamar brought the bars, but was it a touchdown performance?

Samantha Genzer February 10, 2025
The production was sleek, the performances were sharp and the creativity was undeniable. But when you stack it against Beyoncé, Bruno Mars, and Shakira-level halftime shows, it lacked that extra layer of spectacle that makes a Super Bowl performance legendary. Still, Lamar brought his signature storytelling, intricate visuals and undeniable talent to the biggest stage in the world, creating a show that was uniquely his.
Liza Berdykulova | Graphic Artist

This is 20

Sophia Keohane December 4, 2024
I am officially a 20-year-old. Light the candles, pop the sparkling cider. A new chapter has begun. Many people say that this will be the best decade of my life. 
Gianna Horcher | Graphic Artist

Strike the small talk and strike up a conversation

Sophia Keohane November 21, 2024
An evening out on the town with my closest friends — I love the promise of a night out. Maybe I’ll meet someone or learn something that could alter the trajectory of my life. And what a promise that is. 
Tavern in the Square Allston’s Instagram post announcing that it is officially closed. The bar and restaurant, a popular location for local college students and residents, closed after 13 years of service. KATE KOTLYAR/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Popular college nightlife spot Tavern in the Square Allston closed permanently

Crystal Yormick May 25, 2024
Tavern in the Square closed its Allston location this week, according to an announcement posted to the establishment's Instagram on Monday.
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

College party culture | Doctor’s Orders

Luc Ljoka March 24, 2024
Dear Doctors, I’m going to a party this weekend, but I don’t drink. How do I tell everyone without making it awkward? Sincerely, Perplexed
Official City of Boston Ballot Drop Box. Voters went to the polls to vote in the Super Tuesday primary election. MADI KOESLER/DFP FILE

Bostonians vote on Super Tuesday

Anna Rubenstein March 6, 2024
Biden and Trump will win this year’s Massachusetts primary, according to the AP projection, moving the two candidates closer to a rematch in November. On Tuesday, Boston voters headed to the polls to cast their votes in this year’s primary.
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Spring Break | Doctor’s Orders

Luc Ljoka March 5, 2024
Dear Doctors, A few of my friends are planning a trip to Miami for spring break and they want me to join them. Should I go? Sincerely, Perplexed
Smaran Ramidi / DFP Staff

EDITORIAL: For some, masks are here to stay — and that’s okay

Editors March 3, 2022
What may seem like an unwelcome cause of “maskne” for someone who has already gotten COVID-19 may be a necessary health measure for a student with immunocompromised family members. 
back to the 80s mural

‘Party’ like it’s 1985

Julia Furmanek April 15, 2021
This Friday is ’80s night in my apartment, and I encourage you and your roommates to do the same.
easter bunny mascot holds a baby

Just call me the Easter Bunny

Katherine Wright April 7, 2021
This weekend, I was let in on the secret, ancient art of delivering candy eggs to children.
East to West: Feb. 12, 2021

East to West: Feb. 12, 2021

Jackson Machesky February 12, 2021

Content Warning: This episode of East to West contains mention of sexual assault. In today’s episode, we cover the university-wide sexual assault protest, a series of break-ins in South Campus,...

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