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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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BU student launches national website

Daily Free Press Admin February 13, 2013

On a college student’s budget, it can be difficult for students to find money to expand their wardrobes. And with even thrift shop prices on the rise, it’s hard for students to leave a store without...

Parental financial support linked to lower GPAs, study suggests

Daily Free Press Admin January 22, 2013

College students who receive financial support from their parents tend to have lower grade point averages but higher graduation rates, according to a recent study, which Boston University faculty said...

Foundation work begins for Redstone law building

Daily Free Press Admin January 17, 2013

Renovations to the Boston University School of Law begun over winter break will help modernize the school and its educational quality, BU officials said. “This opportunity to renovate the entire 18-story...

LinkedIn useful before grad. for job search

Daily Free Press Admin December 11, 2012

With LinkedIn’s growing success in the online startup market, the professional networking site is becoming increasinly important for college students who want to turn connections into job opportunities,...

Loan debt not top econ. issue, profs. say

Daily Free Press Admin November 19, 2012

Despite President Barack Obama’s plans to reduce student loan debt, Boston University experts said they are unsure how the federal government will be able to fix the growing student debt crisis. Economics...

Abroad students shed new light on 2012 election

Daily Free Press Admin November 6, 2012

Boston University students studying abroad said being away from the U.S. during the election gives them a more global perspective. “To be honest, I feel like I am at an advantage being in Europe during...

Crime on campus down despite increase in BU Alerts

Daily Free Press Admin October 31, 2012

While some students said the frequency of alert messages makes it appear as if there has been more crime on Boston University’s campus, police said the overall crime rate is lower in the fall 2012 semester. BUPD...

AWC, BUSI offer opposing views on sanctions in Iran

Daily Free Press Admin October 22, 2012

After Boston University’s Anti-War Coalition requested Student Government take an active stance on the issue of U.S. sanctions in Iran Oct. 15, selected Senate members are getting more informed on the...

Elie Wiesel talks ancient prophets, modern values

Daily Free Press Admin October 16, 2012

In his first of three annual public lectures at Boston University, professor Elie Wiesel focused on how the prophecies of Ezekiel relate to today’s generations and the values society encompasses. “I...

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