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Grace Lodewick | Graphic Artist

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.
Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist

Keys to joyful employment

Sophia Keohane April 1, 2025
Say goodbye to the panicked version of me, searching for something I don’t want, and say hello to a girl who has a thing or two to say on joyful employment.
Iris Ren | Senior Graphic Artist

Why I want to be a filmmaker, even when it feels impossible

Isabella Laikin March 27, 2025
My pursuit of filmmaking isn't about accolades or recognition — it’s about the opportunity to tell stories that resonate deeply, challenge perceptions and contribute to a broader cultural conversation.
Jodi Tang | Graphic Artist

Decentering romantic relationships

Chloe Saint Mard February 10, 2025
Somewhere along the line, we were sold the idea that romantic love is the ultimate prize and that being single is some kind of failure. We’ve been conditioned to think that if you're not in a relationship, you're somehow incomplete. But, here’s the truth — romantic love is just one kind of love. It’s not the centerpiece of life unless you make it that way. Honestly, that’s a pretty fragile foundation to build your happiness on.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what it means to me | My Heart Will Go On

Lily Smokler November 30, 2023
One of the most important things I have learned thus far from my breakup is how important respect is. Going forward, it is one of my top priorities —both for myself and my relationships.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

I’m just a girl | Maia’s Inner Monologue

Maia Penzer November 27, 2023
In a world where expectations can feel as high as the skyscrapers of Boston, embracing the simplicity of being “just a girl” has become my guide. It’s a reminder that –– in the midst of societal norms –– it’s perfectly fine to be just a girl. To just be human. Without the weight of expectations.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

Toxic masculinity, stereotypes and the performing arts | All Things Theater

Maia Penzer February 22, 2023
We must not only reduce the stigma around the art of performing, but also open a discussion about the adverse effects that descend from harmful labels placed on those in the industry.
A Profession Is Not A Personality | Is It OK If I Record?

A Profession Is Not A Personality | Is It OK If I Record?

Angela Yang October 17, 2021

This week, Sarah and Angela react to an Atlantic column by Arthur C. Brooks titled, "A profession is not a personality." The article feels like a much-needed callout of the workaholism ingrained...

Yvonne Tang / DFP Staff

Burning Out: How to exploit your employees and get away with it

Yvonne Tang October 7, 2021
Passion — or general satisfaction — is not everything a human needs to survive, and it should be okay to admit that.
Plants of BU Instagram Account

New student-led Instagram account features plants and community

Molly Farrar May 16, 2021
@plants.of.bu shares plant tips, tricks and trivia while supporting the BIPOC and queer community.
Yvonne Tang/DFP STAFF

Burning Out: The unconscious learning and unlearning of a fear of authority

Yvonne Tang April 26, 2021
The present teaches me to fear authority, but the past teaches me to do what I think is right.
build lab at boston university

Innovate@BU hosts 21st New Venture Competition for social impacts

Divya Sood April 15, 2021
Twelve student ventures will compete Friday for grant money to fund their innovative ventures.
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