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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Jodi Tang | Graphic Artist

The myth of escape

Gabriel Martins February 21, 2025
But growing is inevitable, regardless of where you are. We have this mentality that we must evolve or die, but evolving doesn’t mean changing your life dramatically. We evolve in little ways every day— even if it’s in the courage it takes to live at home.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Ask Abby (Or Analise): Crushing It in class without crashing and burning

Analise Bruno February 9, 2025
Having a class crush is far more interesting but even more challenging in college than in high school. My roommates used to joke that the first day of class was always a big game of smash or pass. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

What I know about love as a sophomore in college

Analise Bruno December 4, 2023
I don’t have the answer to every situationship or romance qualm. I couldn’t tell you how to rebound perfectly after a breakup, or how to win over the person of your dreams. But it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to understand how love works, or what it feels like. I think the harder part is finding a way to aptly put this multifaceted emotion into written words.
Chloe Patel | Senior Graphic Artist

Until the cafe kicks us out: A dedication to people

Katrina Liu May 1, 2023
This is my last article for the Daily Free Press, and I feel like I've said everything I've wanted to say throughout my four years. I've talked about songs I've loved, analyzed life's universal questions, given mediocre advice and more.
A person dealing with stress. Thalia writes about how she pulled herself through a period of low self-esteem this semester and how she continues to cope with her stressors. COURTESY OF ANNIE SPRATT VIA UNSPLASH

Balancing between the present, the future

Thalia Lauzon October 24, 2021
I’m hoping I’ll keep progressing and feel confident enough to get that internship later.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: Returning to in-person classes may invite new anxieties, but will undoubtedly help stabilize our lives

Editors April 29, 2021

If you’re on campus at Boston University and witnessing the city’s slow transition into spring — barring unpredictable Boston weather — the news of in-person classes and Commencement has arrived...

apartment building at 1110 commonwealth avenue

Student renters charged illegal fees, face tenancy violations

Daily Free Press Staff April 29, 2021
Tenant inexperience and predatory behavior have contributed to a persistent illegal practices.
Angela Ao/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: Unhygienic, unsafe residential life practices are not a rite of passage for anyone

Editors April 27, 2021
Though BU can improve student quality of life, much of the responsibility lies on students themselves.
greater boston tenants union protestors outside the institute of contemporary art

Tenants of Fineberg Companies protest outside the Institute of Contemporary Art

Rin Velasco March 22, 2021
The owner of Fineberg Companies is a member of the ICA’s Board of Trustees and a major donor.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: Living on campus is a better bet during the pandemic

Editors February 19, 2021
Living on campus edges out living off campus for the security it provides us in an otherwise uncertain, unsafe time. You have more peace of mind living on campus knowing you are with people who are held accountable to the same standards as you.
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