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Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

The struggle of letting go and finding peace within yourself | The Hard Pills We Hate to Swallow

Breanna Pham March 19, 2025
I’ve learned that it’s okay not to have all the answers, and it’s okay to speak up even if it feels risky. Following your heart is important, even when it doesn’t make sense. You can’t control the future, so focus on the present and speak up when you feel compelled to do so.
Unmasked: What do you love about yourself?

Unmasked: What do you love about yourself?

Veronica Thompson December 6, 2023

Unmasked is the podcast that uncovers the thoughts, feelings and voices of the BU Community. Today’s prompt was — what do you love about yourself? Hosted by Adam Lazowski and Veronica Thompson. Click...

Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

I don’t need to be loved by you

Josh Rosenthal April 28, 2023
My desire to feel loved by past partners was so strong that it eclipsed my well-being.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Let’s Talk About: The downsides of returning to normalcy

Mayela Machribie Lumban Gaol April 7, 2021
There is a disturbing trend between the rise of terrorism and the decline of COVID-19.
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.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Moving Forward: TikTok has redefined social media

Divya Sood March 2, 2021
TikTok, thank you for rupturing the picturesque landscape of social media. Thank you for fostering connection when we needed it most.
Liz Feldman, a Boston University alumna and the executive producer of Netflix’s two-season television series “Dead to Me,” spoke virtually to BU students on Monday about diversity and creativity in the television industry. LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Executive producer of ‘Dead to Me’ shares personal story behind television success

Kyla Denisevich December 10, 2020
The Netflix television series “Dead to Me" recently received approval to film a third season. Liz Feldman, creator and executive producer of the series, spoke to BU students via Zoom.
Rubiic, an app designed by Boston University graduate student Asad Malik, allows users to express their thoughts and feelings through different forms of multimedia. ILLUSTRATION BY HANNAH YOSHINAGA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU grad student develops wholistic, journaling to improve mental health

Anuj Sawhney December 3, 2020
"Rubiic," a journaling app, was created by BU graduate student Asad Malik to stand out against traditional social media platforms by prioritizing self-expression and reflection.
WILSHERE: Teach me how to say goodbye

WILSHERE: Teach me how to say goodbye

Meredith Wilshere April 3, 2016

It was a physical shock to my system. The guy that I had in the back of my mind, the one with the kind eyes and good manners, has a girlfriend. I was caught off guard when I saw the photo as I passed it...

WILSHERE: Honesty is best, most difficult policy in all relationships

WILSHERE: Honesty is best, most difficult policy in all relationships

Meredith Wilshere March 13, 2016

We have always been told to tell the truth. Whether it was the fights with our siblings that we got into before our parents came home or whether we actually did the reading for that day's class, the truth...

PILLEY: Vulnerability brightens the world

PILLEY: Vulnerability brightens the world

Katelyn Pilley January 22, 2016

We’ve all sent a sweaty text message, and not in the “I just worked out” way. It’s the “heart pounding, slightly shaking message that might hurt your relationship” text — a moment of true...

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