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Books

Ibram Kendi Recruited 90 Writers to Tell a 400-year History of Black America, and now “Four Hundred Souls” is a Bestseller

February 25, 2021

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Things-To-Do

The Weekender: February 25 to 28

February 25, 2021

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Varsity Sports

From High School Teammates to Patriot League Champions

February 25, 2021

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Innovation

Changing the World through Power, Community, and Equity

February 25, 2021

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Student Life

Students Gather Virtually to Share, Discuss How BU Handles Sexual Assault

February 24, 2021

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Varsity Sports

Women’s Basketball’s Katie Nelson on Team’s Historic Season

February 24, 2021

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COVID-19 Vaccine

How to Fight Vaccine Misinformation

February 24, 2021

Food & Dining

Black-Owned Restaurants to Check Out in Boston

February 23, 2021

Black History Month

Nine Movies, Podcasts, and Books to Check Out for Black History Month and Beyond

February 23, 2021

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University News

Jeffrey Hutter, Dean of BU’s Goldman School of Dental Medicine, to Retire

February 23, 2021

Phot of Vice President-elect Kamala Harris in a purple suit, looking slightly to her left, and her husband Doug Emhoff, turned to the right, in a black p-coat and black leather gloves. Emhoff waves as the two arrive for the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021.

Voices & Opinion

POV: An Open Letter to Doug Emhoff, the Second Gentleman of the United States

February 23, 2021

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Public Health

How Long Will It Take You to Conceive after Stopping Birth Control?

February 23, 2021

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Earth & Environment

Texas Deep Freeze Is a Reminder That Bad Weather Is Getting Worse

February 23, 2021

Composite image of two exterior shots of the buildings at 96 Montford and 6 Buswell Streets. 96 Montford, at right, looks like an early 20th century building made of brick with cement trim and steps leading up to the door. 6 Buswell has a tan brick exterior and a wooden front door. There’s snow on the ground to the left and right of the sidewalks.

Safety

BUPD Investigating Thefts, Lewd Exposure at South Campus Dorms

February 23, 2021

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Public Health

University Updates Mask-Wearing Guidance

February 22, 2021

Screenshot of Schitt’s Creek cocreator, showrunner, and star Dan Levy, smiles widely and moves his head towards the camera. He wears large glasses and a thick grayish tan sweater. The picture is a bit blurry. Screenshot taken during a zoom event on Friday February 19th for BU students.

Film & TV

Schitt’s Creek Star Dan Levy Shares Memories of the Award-Winning Show with BU Students

February 21, 2021

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Coronavirus

Is Pro-Trump Bias Leading Some US Counties to Lowball COVID-19 Deaths?

February 20, 2021

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Student Life

Want Some Tips on Making Friends in College? Our Student Vlogger Has It Covered

February 20, 2021

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Admissions

University Extends Standardized Test Optional Policy for Another Year

February 19, 2021

COVID ON CAMPUS

Weekly COVID Compliance Report: February 19

February 19, 2021

Weekly COVID Compliance Report: February 19