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Photo: A collage titled ‘BU Bucket List’ with eight polaroid-style photos pinned onto a white background. Each photo represents a landmark or event associated with Boston University. From top left to bottom right: ‘BU Beach’ shows a green field with trees and a city skyline in the distance; ‘Prudential’ displays the tall Prudential Tower building; ‘BSO’ depicts an indoor orchestra setting; ‘Beanpot’ features hockey players in action on the ice rink. The second row includes: ‘Fenway Park’ with its iconic baseball field and stadium seating; ‘MFA,’ which stands for Museum of Fine Arts, showing its grand exterior entrance; ‘Faneuil Hall,’ presenting its historic building facade and surroundings; and finally, ‘BPL,’ representing the Boston Public Library, showcasing an interior view of its expansive reading room with arched ceilings and rows of desks.

Things-to-do

The Terrier Bucket List: 15 Places You Need to Visit While Living in Boston

August 22, 2024

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Watch Now

Mechanical vs Biomedical Engineering: What’s the Difference between the Majors?

August 22, 2024

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Administration

Chief Investment Officer Lila Hunnewell Recognized for Stewardship of BU’s Endowment

August 22, 2024

BU Today 08-22-2024

August 22, 2024

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Things-to-do

To Do Today: Saint Anthony’s Feast in the North End

August 21, 2024

WATCH NOW

20 Questions: Can You Guess the BU Location?

August 21, 2024

BU Today 08-21-2024

August 21, 2024

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Things-to-do

To Do Today: Boston Landmarks Orchestra at the Hatch Shell

August 21, 2024

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Things-to-do

To Do Today: An Evening of Silent Film with the Tanglewood Music Center at the Coolidge Corner Theatre

August 20, 2024

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Life Sciences

Young GENEiuses: SummerLab Gives Teens a Chance to Learn about State-of-the-Art CRISPR Technology

August 20, 2024

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Move-in 2024

Move-in 2024: Everything You Need to Know

August 20, 2024

BU Today 08-20-2024

August 20, 2024

Photo: A collage of three images depicting various urban scenes. The top left image shows a moving tram with ‘Babcock Street Green Line B Boston College’ sign in the foreground, indicating a tram stop. The top right image displays two individuals wearing masks inside a store, one behind a counter with snacks and beverages, and the other wearing a high-visibility vest. The bottom left image features a table covered with white cloth displaying food containers and disposable utensils, suggesting an event or gathering. The bottom right image presents recycling bins labeled ‘Paper,’ ‘Cans & Bottles,’ and ‘Trash’ next to an informational poster about waste sorting.

Sustainability

Eco-Friendly College Life: How to Move In and Live Sustainably

August 19, 2024

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Journalism & Media

Staying Safe When Reporting Gets Dangerous

August 19, 2024

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The Perks of Summer Studying at BU

August 19, 2024

BU Today 08-19-2024

August 19, 2024

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Voices & Opinion

POV: Divesting from Companies Operating in Israel Places Universities in an “Untenable Position”

August 16, 2024

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Life Sciences

Is There Science behind Twin Booms?

August 16, 2024

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Things-to-do

Seven Must-Visit Outdoor Beer Gardens and Breweries

August 16, 2024

BU Today 08-16-2024

August 16, 2024