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The Center of Catholic Life at BU
Spirit nights and spaghetti suppers help foster one of the campus’s largest faith communities. By Daniel McCarthy (COM’13) Photos by Kalman Zabarsky Just a short walk from Marsh Plaza, squeezed between the Hillel House and the German House on historic Bay State Road, is Boston University’s Catholic Center. The four-story brownstone, owned by... More
The “Ultimate” Club Sport
BU’s Lady Pilots build camaraderie by tossing Frisbees. By Kendall Salter (COM’13) Photos by Cydney Scott The sport of Ultimate is a conglomeration of unusual influences. It combines a childhood toy with collegiate camaraderie, features strategies drawn from soccer and football, and is a free-flowing, fast-paced contest requiring creativity and quick thinking. For members... More
Terrier Triumphs
BU’s sports teams are building a legacy of victory. By Patrick L. Kennedy (COM’04) Photo of Women's Beanpot by Brooks Canaday We all know there’s more to college than studying. BU takes pride not only in its students’ academic accomplishments but also in their athletic feats. In 2011, Boston University earned its record-breaking... More
Meet Provost Jean Morrison
BU’s chief academic officer keeps a close eye on teaching and research standards. By Andrew Thurston Photo by Vernon Doucette When they were in day care, you made surprise visits. In high school, you got parent-teacher nights. With your son or daughter away at college, you might feel a little out of the... More
20 Questions with Ali Lifton (CGS’12, COM’14)
A busy sophomore, Alexandra (Ali) Lifton serves as the College of General Studies Student Union representative and recently joined the Sigma Kappa sorority. The Long Island native spoke with Parent about Greek life at BU, the joys of living in Boston, and more. Photo courtesy of Ali Lifton (right); also pictured, More
Message from the President
Dear Friends, We expect our students to work hard and to make their education the primary focus during their undergraduate years, exploring a broad range of topics across the liberal arts and sciences and in areas of professional interests. Your sons and daughters are among the most highly qualified students in... More
Leadership Donor Roster
The Boston University Parents Annual Campaign helps continue the tradition of excellence that defines the BU experience. Gifts to the Parents Annual Campaign may be designated to support scholarships, student life, athletics, specific schools or colleges, or the University’s area of greatest need. On behalf of President Brown, deans, administrators, More
20 Questions with the Ruprecht twins (CGS’11, SHA’13)
Juniors Barney and Charlie Ruprecht know a thing or two about being competitive, giving your all, and surviving college pressure. Now the crew-rowing twins open up for Parent on everything from social media to competing and getting inspired. Photos by Max Esposito 1. What is your favorite thing to do in Boston? Barney:... More
What’s Hot, What’s Not
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BU Students Dance (and Dance and Dance) for a Cause
By Corinne Steinbrenner “When there’s a cure, we’ll dance for joy. Until then, we’ll dance for life.” That’s the fitting slogan for Boston University’s largest student fundraiser, BU Dance Marathon. Although the marathon itself is months away, event co-chairs Eric Si (COM’12) and Laura Leahy (SED’12) are already hard at work, More