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Celebrating Military-Affiliated Terrier F1RSTS on Veterans Day!
We are excited to highlight three of our military-affiliated Terrier F1RSTS on Veterans Day! We thank ALL of our military-affiliated... More
Tri-Alpha Induction Ceremony – November 4, 2025
Boston University's Spring Induction Ceremony for the Gamma Iota Chapter of the Alpha Alpha Alpha National Honor Society took place... More
First-Gen College Celebration 2025
Join the Newbury Center and the entire BU community as we celebrate the achievements and experiences of our first-generation undergraduate, More
Stephanie Campos Appointed to SPARK Boston Council
Let’s give a round of applause to Stephanie Campos, a first-gen BU alum and East Boston resident, on her appointment... More
Research Program Helps Bridge the Opportunity Gap for Young Engineers
Brianna Perales turned her passion for problem-solving into hands-on research through BU’s REM-Includes program, gaining lab skills and confidence as... More
F1RST Families Summer Transition Program: Recording Available Now!
If you missed our 2025 F1RST Families Summer Transition Program, here's a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the Newbury... More
Scheduling Holistic Advising Through MyBU
You can now schedule holistic advising meetings right in your MyBU Student Portal! Under the Advising panel, you'll be able... More
Newbury Center Welcome and Orientation – Fall 2025
What is a first-generation undergrad student? A student in the first generation of their family to go to college (i.e., a... More
For This Graduating First-Gen Boston University Student, “I Ended Up Exactly Where I Wanted to Be”
Jayde Best's first-gen journey is one many of us can relate to: navigating a new beginning, self-discovery, and finding community. More
From Napkins to Coat Check: Dining Etiquette for First-Gen Students
"Always greet the host, don't order anything too expensive, and be on time" — BU lecturer Lisa Flores is a... More