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Gianna Horcher | Senior Graphic Artist

Memories in the spotless mind

Cristina Sepe April 9, 2025
When it comes to memories, there’s value that lies even in the most painful ones. Altogether, this emphasizes the real power of human connection in the face of both love and loss. 
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.
Jodi Tang | Senior Graphic Artist

REVIEW: ‘Hello Beautiful’ | Required Reading

Hazel Nystrom April 7, 2025
 If you have sisters like I do, this book will absolutely make you cry. If you don’t have sisters, you’ll probably still cry, too.“Hello Beautiful” is emotional, and your heart will break alongside the Padavano sisters. 
Melissa Park | Associate Graphics Editor

The trying-my-best era: a gentle approach to self-improvement

Obioma Eke April 3, 2025
When implementing these practices, keep in mind that you can start whenever you want to. As a matter of fact, start as soon as possible. You do not need to wait for Monday, the end of the month or Jan. 1 to make a difference in your life. 
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

When you have no calling — and maybe that’s okay

Chloe Saint Mard March 31, 2025
At the end of the day, maybe your passion could simply be creating a life that feels agreeable to you, and that doesn't have to take place in your career. 
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Smiles, laughs and whole lot of yarn: Winding down and finding peace with Off The Hook BU

Nino Machavariani March 21, 2025
The moment you step in, you’re welcomed into a cozy, inviting atmosphere where people sit together, chatting and crocheting. There’s an immediate warmth — an unspoken understanding that here, you can just be.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Ask Abby (or Analise): A dating dilemma — BF or BFF?

Analise Bruno November 27, 2023
Dear Abby: Please help! I don’t know what to do, my friends are telling me that I don’t spend enough time with them, and that I am prioritizing my boyfriend over them –– but I think I balance the relationships well. Am I in the wrong for spending too much time with my boyfriend? How do I save my friendships?
Unmasked: How do you deal with emotional pain?

Unmasked: How do you deal with emotional pain?

Veronica Thompson November 17, 2023

Unmasked is the podcast that uncovers the thoughts, feelings and voices of the BU Community. Today’s prompt was "How do you deal with Emotional Pain?" Click here to stream this episode of “Unmasked”...

Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

You are Going to Die, and That’s Okay | Price of Existence

Karyna Cheung October 23, 2023
Multi-millionaire Bryan Johnson is on quest to use his wealth to achieve immortality. While it may be easy to scoff at a rich man unable to accept his own mortality, the fear of death is something we all must reckon with in life.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Bridging the gaps — Keeping productive between classes

Isabella Lapriore September 11, 2023
Productivity is still achievable whether you have 20 minutes or two hours to spare.
Chloe Patel | Senior Graphic Artist

‘It Follows’ and the insidious nature of time | Misunderstood Media

Emma Holtmann May 1, 2023
Imagine if a deadly curse hit the suburbs, and to your parent’s dismay, it’s transmitted through sexual intercourse. Tinder becomes obsolete. It’s a bleak world. The 2014 thriller ‘It Follows’ takes sexual frustration to a new level.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

Is my time too expensive for my life? | Is it Just Me Or

Grace Donahue April 13, 2023
Treating time like something that should be used to maximize profit — both monetarily and career-wise — is not at all how we should be living.
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