November at BU always strikes a chord\u2014 that mix of chilly mornings, late-afternoon sunsets, and the quiet buzz of the holiday spirit. It\u2019s a month that reminds us to slow down a little, look around, and appreciate the smaller things; the study-break coffee runs, the friends who feel like family, and the moments that make Boston feel like home.<\/p>\n
In Announcements<\/strong>, stay up to date on all the exciting happenings across campus this month! Whether you\u2019re roasting marshmallows under the stars with BU Outdoors, getting creative with Mini Magazine Making and Art Nights, celebrating linguistic differences during IEW, or hitting the ice and learning to skate, there\u2019s something for everyone to enjoy before finals season kicks in.<\/p>\n From Bahrain to the bustling streets of Boston, Rashida Saherwala (COM \u201926) has learned that finding your place isn\u2019t about where you are\u2014it\u2019s about what you create along the way. In this candid conversation in the Student Experiences<\/strong> section, she opens up about switching majors, chasing creative dreams, and redefining what home means as an international student at BU.<\/p>\n And in Culture Corner<\/strong>, we dive into all things November in the U.S.\u2013 from Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Month to what Friendsgiving and Black Friday really means. Whether you\u2019re travelling, volunteering, or staying on campus, we\u2019ve got tips on how to stay social, warm, and connected this season.<\/p>\n Here\u2019s to a November filled with gratitude, good company, and the small moments that make Boston feel like home. If you have any feedback for future newsletters, please contact Sheila Hernandez at sheilahz@bu.edu<\/a><\/p>\n