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photo of the Elf on the Shelf balloon being led down Sixth Avenue just in time for the holiday season during the 91st Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.

Weekender

How to Celebrate Thanksgiving Weekend: BU Today’s Complete Guide

November 24, 2021

photo collage of thankful students

Giving Thanks

Students Answer the Timeless Question: “What Are You Thankful For?”

November 23, 2021

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Food

10 Dorm-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipes

November 22, 2021

Friends Monica turkey head gif

Friendsgiving

Your Guide to a Successful Friendsgiving

November 19, 2021

photo of two wild turkeys walking down a paved, city street.

Campus Life

Gobble, Gobble: Wild Turkeys Star on Student-Run Instagram Page

November 19, 2021

a composite image shows 3 different scenes, on the left a menorah being lit, in the middle a dad carrying his daughter on his shoulders to top the christmas tree, and on the right a couple lighting the candles for Kwanza

Holiday Traditions

Tell Us the One Holiday Tradition You Missed in 2020 and Hope to Resume This Year

November 15, 2021

Spectators watch fireworks explode in the sky along the Boston Harbor waterfront

Things-to-do

What To Do Labor Day Weekend in Boston

September 2, 2021

Photo of purple and pink fireworks exploding over the Charles River with the golden dome of the state house in the foreground at right.

Things-to-do

Fourth of July Weekend in Boston 2021

July 2, 2021

Photo of small American flags planted in the ground around Boston Common, a tall, column like statue is seen in the background as well as trees.

Things-to-do

What’s Going On around Boston Memorial Day Weekend

May 28, 2021

Black and white photograph of a band of African-American playing at Emancipation Day celebration in June 19, 1900, held in “East Woods” on East 24th Street in Austin. There are 6 men in the band, they all wear suits and hats and hold their instruments, including a fiddle, guitar, clarinet, and upright bass. There are trees and an American flag hanging behind them.

University News

BU Adds Juneteenth as an Annual Holiday in University Calendar Antiracist Makeover

May 13, 2021

Photo of lacrosse players practicing on Nickerson Field; a large orange billboard in the background says “sick roommate?” The sky is a little cloudy and blue.

Things-to-do

The Weekender: April 1 to 4

March 31, 2021

St. Patrick's Day

Seven Ways to Celebrate an Unconventional St. Patrick’s Day

March 16, 2021

International Women's Day

Five Ways to Engage on International Women’s Day

March 6, 2021

A photo of Boston Public Garden decked out with holiday lights

Things-To-Do

What to Do This Holiday Season (Safely)

December 18, 2020

Photos of different members of BU’s UPro dance group dancing in festive outfits from their respective locations. Each photo has a festive frame and looks like a holiday card; they are set on a green background with snowflakes.

Holiday Spirit

Video: Student Dance Group UPro Offers Some Holiday Cheer from around the Globe

December 16, 2020

Illustration of two cellphones with hands coming out of them. The hands hold a champagne a glass and make a toast. Confetti flies around the glasses; the background is color light purple.

Faculty & Staff

Tips for How to Have a Virtual Holiday Party That Isn’t Terrible

December 11, 2020

Gifts

2020 Holiday Gift Guide: Presents to Make Those on Your List Look Good

December 7, 2020

Gifts

2020 Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Gifts That Give Back

December 7, 2020

Gifts

2020 Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Ideas to Keep Those on Your List Entertained

December 4, 2020

Photo of table tile coasters with colorful 3-D looking cube designs on a white background.

Gifts

2020 Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Affordable Presents from Local Shops and Businesses

December 4, 2020

2020 Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Affordable Presents from Local Shops and Businesses