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Science & Technology
POV: Was the Francis Scott Key Bridge Disaster Avoidable?
Questrom professor, who is also a sailor, suggests that several key factors had to occur for the Baltimore span catastrophe to happen—and they all did
Politics
Does the United States Have the Clout to Alter Netanyahu’s Course in Gaza?
BU’s Mark Storella examines the complex diplomacy underway, and how the US might have success influencing Israel’s leader
Sports
Women’s Lacrosse Opens Home Patriot League Play Today
Terriers welcome Army West Point to Nickerson
University News
BU Graduate Workers Launch Strike with Rally, Picket Plans
University ready to continue negotiations
University News
BU Professors, Undergrads Adjust and Adapt as Grad Student Strike Begins
Professors map out operations for classes, labs without teaching assistants
Student Life
BU Today Is Seeking Interns for Summer and Fall 2024
Deadline to apply for paid internships is March 29
Misinformation
How Does Science Misinformation Affect Americans from Underrepresented Communities?
New BU-led research suggests false information festers due to structural dynamics, including historic discrimination
HOCKEY EAST
BU Falls to BC in Hockey East Championship
Top-ranked Eagles win 6-2, as both teams turn their attention toward NCAA tournament next
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Welcome to Boston University, Class of 2028!
Throughout the day on March 23rd, regular decisions rolled out and we began to welcome new Terriers to the BU family! Check out as Rhett sent out the decisions.
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Psychology vs Sociology: What’s the Difference between the Majors?
Two Terriers answer questions about their respective programs
Marsh Chapel
Students Fasting for Ramadan Find a Home at the GSU
BU is offering iftar and suhoor meals for Muslims celebrating the holy month
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Driving in Circles: A Story of Healing through Rock Music and Comedy
Solo show by BU alum Jay Eddy at Boston Playwrights’ Theatre through April 6
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If We Ban TikTok, What’s Next?
A ban of the China-based social media app would cause “irreparable harm,” Pardee professor argues
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Five Faculty Receive Edward Avedisian Professorships
The awards are funded out of the transformational $100 million gift from the late Edward Avedisian and his wife, Pamela, in 2022
March 21, 2024
In the City
Getting to Know Your Neighborhood: Inman Square
Eating, shopping, hanging out in an often-overlooked Cambridge square
Academics
BU Students Flock to CAS Course on Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Senior lecturer Ingrid Anderson tells her class at the outset, “This is not going to be easy”
Social Media
BU TikTok Creators, Students Sound Off on the App’s Possible Ban
Privacy concerns, brain rot, and financial reasons for wanting to keep—or drop—the highly addictive social media platform
University News
BU Graduate Students Are Set to Strike over Benefits and Pay
University officials say their offers balance the needs of students with what’s reasonable compared to peer institutions; students prioritize “a living wage, workload protections, and stronger health care, child care, and family leave benefits.”
Health & Medicine
Mifepristone Is Now Available in Some Massachusetts Pharmacies. Here’s What You Need to Know about the Abortion Medication
Student Health Services administrators explain how the pill works
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Behind the Whistle: FitRec’s Ryan Parsons Moonlights as a College Hockey Referee
Manager of club and intramural sports got his start as a ref while a BU undergrad
University News
College of Fine Arts Names New Directors for Schools of Theatre, Music, and Visual Arts
Playwright Kirsten Greenidge, painter Marc Schepens, and cellist Michael Reynolds will assume new roles July 1
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Arts & Culture
- Comm Ave Runway: March Edition
- Driving in Circles: A Story of Healing through Rock Music and Comedy
- Blackberry Spice Hand Pies
Business & Law
- 10 Memes That Describe Being a Second Semester Senior
- Does the United States Have the Clout to Alter Netanyahu’s Course in Gaza?
- Welcome to Boston University, Class of 2028!
Campus Life
- 10 Memes That Describe Being a Second Semester Senior
- Welcome to Boston University, Class of 2028!
- Students Fasting for Ramadan Find a Home at the GSU
Health & Medicine
- Five Faculty Receive Edward Avedisian Professorships
- Mifepristone Is Now Available in Some Massachusetts Pharmacies. Here’s What You Need to Know about the Abortion Medication
- If You’re Feeling FOMO This Spring Break, Embrace JOMO Instead
In the City
- The Weekender: March 21 to 24
- Make the Most of Spring Break with These Events
- The Weekender: March 7 to 10
Science & Technology
- POV: Was the Francis Scott Key Bridge Disaster Avoidable?
- Many BU Students Study with ChatGPT. A Few Admit Cheating with It
- Reasons to be Optimistic About 2024 (Seriously)
Sports
- Women’s Lacrosse Opens Home Patriot League Play Today
- BU Falls to BC in Hockey East Championship
- Behind the Whistle: FitRec’s Ryan Parsons Moonlights as a College Hockey Referee
University News
- Undergraduate Research Study Project Explores Do-It-Yourself Extremism
- BU Graduate Workers Launch Strike with Rally, Picket Plans
- BU Professors, Undergrads Adjust and Adapt as Grad Student Strike Begins
Voices & Opinion
- POV: Was the Francis Scott Key Bridge Disaster Avoidable?
- POV: The Decision to Reinstate Mandatory Standardized Tests for College Admissions Is a Mistake
- POV: Are All Ultra-Processed Foods Unhealthy?