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Don’t Call Them Drones
BU student team builds unmanned aerial vehicles Story and video by Taylor Toole Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos made headlines in December 2013 when he announced that the internet retailer plans to use drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), by 2015 to deliver packages within a 10-mile radius of its distribution centers. Tantalizing images... More
The First-Years Abroad
New CGS program for second-semester freshmen By Susan Seligson At the start of the spring semester, BU’s College of General Studies (CGS) welcomed the first 80 freshmen to its fledgling January Program in Boston and London. The new core curriculum is condensed into six months (rather than the previous nine) and capped... More
Your Impact on Campus
It’s one of BU’s most prestigious groups, recognizing the dedication, vision, and generosity of those who make vital gifts in support of the University’s goals. Membership in the Annual Fund Leadership Giving Society (AFLGS) is open to parents contributing in the amount of $1,000 or more and comes with a... More
What to Do When Visiting Your Terrier
Above: A mom and her freshman exchange hugs outside Sleeper Hall on BU's West Campus. Photo by Kalman Zabarsky Arriving for Parents Weekend and at a loss for how to entertain your son or daughter while you’re here? (Hint: No early-bird breakfasts.) We asked the experts for advice on what your... More
What’s Hot, What’s Not
By Markeisha Ollison (CGS'12, SED'14, SMG'14) Justin Timberlake Justin Bieber Vine Instagram Video Candy Crush Temple Run Rider boots Ugg boots Spotify Pandora COM Lawn BU Beach Gifs Memes Essie nail polish OPI nail polish Pinterest Tumblr Maxi dresses High-low dresses Hubway MBTA College basketball NBA basketball Sushi Burritos Froyo Cupcakes Breaking Bad Mad Men Fantasy TV Reality TV Green coffee Energy drinks V-necks Crew necks Boat shoes Flip-flops Macklemore Childish Gambino
Did You Know?
Two alums turn pocket change into donations using an antique mailbox. An old-fashioned red mailbox is parked right outside Louie’s Haircuts on Commonwealth Avenue, near the corner of Cummington Mall. That red box is the outpost of Project Mailbox and brainchild of Nick Dougherty (ENG’12) and Kaylee Dombrowski (CFA’11). Dougherty and Dombrowski... More
Opening the Door to Digital Education
BU joins leading online course platform edX. By Rich Barlow Photos by Vernon Doucette Ready to open those e-books? Boston University will soon be offering online courses that complement on-campus learning while giving higher education opportunities to alums, students on the other side of the world, and even BU parents. BU has joined edX, More
Exactly Where I’m Supposed to Be
Music and family bind together members of BU’s gospel choir. By Ashley Thompson (COM’14) Photos by Vernon Doucette Above: An Inner Strength Gospel Choir concert at Marsh Chapel. When I first walked inside Marsh Chapel early in my freshman year, the hustle of students and honking cars just outside seemed to disappear. Inside the... More
Meet Coach David Quinn
Terriers' first new hockey coach in 40 years talks about being back at BU and his vision for the program. By Andrew Thurston Above: David Quinn takes a slap shot against Maine in 1986. Photo by BU Photography There are many people to thank when you land a big job in sports. When... More
Planning for the Unthinkable
What you should know about emergency response at BU. By Lara Ehrlich (UNI'03) Above photo of BU police and students by Cydney Scott BUPD Alert: BUPD has reports of an explosion near the finish line of Boston Marathon on Boylston St. Information that people are injured in that area. Please remain out of... More