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The Daily Free Press

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. 
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.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Ask Abby (Or Analise): Are all men really trash?

Analise Bruno March 2, 2025
I’m kidding, but it's important to remember why we sometimes make generalizations as a society. Not all bees will sting you, but still we’re scared of bees. We don’t say, “only some bees will sting you”  because that’s a given — it’s redundant. In that same way, no one really means all men are trash. Not all men are the same as Mr. Big.
Luc Ljoka | Graphic Artist

Bad roommate | Doctor’s Orders

Luc Ljoka November 29, 2023
Dear Doctors, My roommate and I can’t stand each other. No matter how hard I try to be nice or talk things out, we can’t seem to get along. What should I do? Sincerely, Perplexed
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

There is no real way to “look gay”

Lea Rivel October 26, 2023
Media has often shown society that the way to show that you’re a queer woman (whether that be lesbian, bisexual, pansexual or any other label), is to dress more masculine, carry yourself a certain way or overtly wear rainbow colors. Because of this, people often have a narrow perspective of how we look and dress.
A person balancing on a log. Lifestyle editor Katrina shares her thoughts on grappling with the preservation of her true self while anticipating and welcoming the person she is growing into. COURTESY OF JON FLOBRANT VIA UNSPLASH

A delicate line between staying true to yourself, evolving

Katrina Liu November 8, 2021
I have to learn to be okay with challenging thoughts that I used to think I wouldn’t ever question.
student stressing over assignments

The importance of finding balance

Veronica Thompson September 2, 2021
This present time shouldn’t be miserable just so that the future could potentially be less miserable.
dancing with the devil...and the art of starting over album by demi lovato on spotify

REVIEW: Demi Lovato’s ‘Dancing With The Devil…The Art of Starting Over’ tackles vulnerability, redemption

Divya Sood April 4, 2021
Demi Lovato's newest album is deeply personal, striking a rare level of openness in the industry.
Yvonne Tang/DFP STAFF

Burning Out: What’s a successful person? It’s you and me

Yvonne Tang March 29, 2021
It’s important to evaluate our personal definitions of success and realize we’re already there.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Intentional Evolution: If you can’t tell them what’s wrong, they aren’t your friend

Samantha Elizondo March 26, 2021
Do not be afraid to vocalize your concerns in your relationships.
against the hounds of hell webinar hosted by the howard thurman center

Howard Thurman scholars discuss legacy, breadth of famous BU figure’s work

Ramsey Khalifeh March 11, 2021
Author Peter Eisenstadt joined Howard Thurman scholars at a virtual panel Monday to discuss his newly released biography “Against the Hounds of Hell: A Life of Howard Thurman," and the broad, significant legacy Thurman left behind.
Kehlani performs at the annual pop music festival Stavernfestivalen in Norway in July 2016. Kehlani released her first new album since 2017, called “While We Wait,” on Feb. 22. TORE SÆTRE/ FLICKR

REVIEW: Kehlani’s ‘While We Wait’ fails to showcase her potential

Austin Pak February 25, 2019
Kehlani’s latest mixtape “While We Wait” leaves her fans, well, waiting — on what she’ll do next
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