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BU President Emphasizes Open, Respectful Dialogue, Praises Community for “Preserving a Civil and Intellectually Rich Environment”
In a message to the BU community, President Melissa L. Gilliam says the importance of respecting everyone’s right to speak their mind freely must also come with treating each other with respect and dignity
Theatre
Two BU Alums Take on Same Roles in Leopoldstadt, Huntington Theatre Company’s Latest Production
Mishka Yarovoy stars in Tom Stoppard’s Tony-winning drama; his understudy is former CFA classmate Jacob Schmitt
Arts & Culture
Yue-Sai Kan—Dubbed the “Chinese Oprah”—Speaks at BU
Pardee School of Global Studies invited Emmy-winning talk show host and entrepreneur to discuss her new memoir, The Most Famous Woman in China
Campus Life
BU Sustainability Festival at GSU Plaza Today
Dozens of student groups will be on hand, plus free food, bike safety info, and lots of giveaways
Safety
BU to Host First-Ever Safety Fest in Observance of National Preparedness Month
Annual test of BU Alert will take place Friday at 4:50 pm
Boston History
What the History of Boston’s Harbor Can Teach Us about Its Uncertain Future
Rising tides threaten Boston’s waterfront, but BU PhD candidate Genna Kane says the city has a history of adaptation and resilience
Today’s Close-up
Latinx Heritage Month Kickoff
Sabor Latino takes to the Howard Thurman Center stage September 16 to celebrate the start of Latinx Heritage Month. The BU dance group focuses on Latin American rhythms and a fusion of modern dance styles and traditional Latin dances. Photo by Ajani Hickling (CAS’27)
Students
Advice to First-Year Students from Seniors at Boston University
After almost four years, seniors have some wise advice for first-years at Boston University. Check out their picks.
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The Terrier Bucket List: 15 Places You Need to Visit While Living in Boston
Your list of the best places and activities you do not want to miss while attending Boston University
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Why Are Kids Struggling with Anxiety More than Ever?
The pandemic’s lingering effects and chronic screen time make it hard for anxious kids to stay in school, says BU researcher, but parents can help by “praising instances of bravery”
September 5, 2024
Construction
Fall’s 14 Biggest BU Construction Projects: Women’s Hockey Locker Room, SAO Moves into the GSU, the New Lavender House, and More
Capital improvements visible across the Charles River and Medical Campuses
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A New Type of RNA Could Revolutionize Vaccines and Cancer Treatments
An accidental discovery turned into an unexpected success when a team of interdisciplinary BU researchers created a new and improved COVID vaccine
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Rhett’s Declassified BU Slang Survival Guide
The (un)official Boston University slang dictionary. You’ll be talking like a Terrier in no time!
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Introducing BU’s Newest Terriers: Aditi Singh (ENG’28)
Family inspired her passion for biomedical engineering
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What’s Hot in Music This Month: New Albums, Local Concerts
Pop icons Katy Perry and Nelly Furtado release new albums, plus local performances from up-and-coming artists Remi Wolf, Griff
September 12, 2024
Student Life
BU Says It’s Working Hard to Fix Student Information System Woes
A new tuition payment due date and grace period will give students plenty of time to pay
Arts & Culture
This SHA Alum Handles Fenway Park’s Celebrity Artists
Harrison Sears (SHA’24) has helped the teams of Paul McCartney, Bad Bunny, and Noah Kahan get ready to perform at the iconic ballpark
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Arts & Culture
- Yue-Sai Kan—Dubbed the “Chinese Oprah”—Speaks at BU
- What’s Hot in Music September: New Albums, Local Concerts
- Did You Win Free Tickets to See Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Tonight?
Business & Law
- Podcast Looks at a Forgotten Chapter of the Civil Rights Struggle
- The First Presidential Debate Led to Biden’s Exit. Now It’s Harris vs Trump
- Staying Safe When Reporting Gets Dangerous
Campus Life
- BU Sustainability Festival at GSU Plaza
- BU Says It’s Working Hard to Fix Student Information System Woes
- Venice, Hong Kong, or Sydney? Shop Your Options at Wednesday’s Study Abroad Expo
Health & Medicine
- A College Student’s Guide to Safer Sex: Tips from an Intimacy Coordinator
- POV: Is It OK to Stop Worrying about COVID?
- 50 Dorm Design Tips for Your BU Digs
In the City
- The Weekender: September 12 to 15
- Splash: What It Means to Me and Why You Should Attend
- The Weekender: September 5 to 8
Science & Technology
- FIRE Program Returns to College of Engineering
- Young GENEiuses: SummerLab Gives Teens a Chance to Learn about State-of-the-Art CRISPR Technology
- Is There Science behind Twin Booms?
Sports
- Men’s, Women’s Soccer in Search of First Wins Ahead of Conference Play
- After Historic Year for BU Athletics, What Comes Next?
- BU Alum in Paris Keeping Olympians’ Minds Sharp and Healthy
University News
- BU President Emphasizes Open, Respectful Dialogue, Praises Community for “Preserving a Civil and Intellectually Rich Environment”
- BU to Host First-Ever Safety Fest in Observance of National Preparedness Month
- Introducing BU’s Newest Terriers: Aditi Singh (ENG’28)
Voices & Opinion
- Advice to First-Year Students from Seniors at Boston University
- After Georgia Shooting, Should Schools Be Required to Have Threat Assessment Teams?
- Should Parents Be Charged for a Child’s Crimes? That’s the Wrong Solution