Uncovering hidden talent in a typically empty event hall by Siena Vitucci Photograph by Olivia Thornton If you go to the George Sherman Union during the day and walk up the staircase towards the main ballroom, it always seems to be empty. I considered it a pointless room unless it was being used for Splash or maybe a club formal, until one night when I found myself leaving a club meeting and walked straight into a sight that shocked me. The GSU Metcalf Ballroom was absolutel

Exploring the way music shapes, connects, and affects BU students as more than just songs. by Zahra Kazmi Photo by Quinn Bryant At Boston University, music is more than mere background noise. For many students, it is the driving force of their day. From West to East, students move through their daily lives with headphones on. What flows through their headphones, however, transcends ambient sound. Music is often something many students rely on. It is an escape from reality,

By: Simone DiNota Photo by Diya Kapoor I voluntarily took an 8 a.m. this semester. Yes, there were other class times available, and no, I’m not joking. Because of my 8 a.m., I’ve lost more sleep, and I’ve spent more money on caffeine. I’ve walked to East Campus from West on teeth-chatteringly cold mornings, and I’ve experienced winds that make my eyes water. But what I’ve gained still seems to outweigh the piercing sound of my alarm clock every Tuesday and Thursday morning.

Lack of motivation doesn’t mean being unproductive. by Jenny Liu Photograph by Quinn Bryant Endless procrastination can leave you feeling emotionally and physically drained, but there’s a better way to spend that time. Procrastination happens because students are trying to escape from the pressures of life (personal or academic), or even simply out of boredom. But doomscrolling, the most common form of procrastination, can actually increase your stress levels. In fact, it ha

A collection of the best coffee, matcha, and food for finals week. by Lina Moini Photograph by Diya Kapoor Finals week is approaching, which means long review sessions, late nights, lack of sleep, caffeine overconsumption, and…no seats at Mugar Memorial Library. Here’s where to study instead. First on the list is located in Coolidge Corner, and is open until 9 p.m. L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates offers premium chocolates and desserts, and plenty of seating for yourself and

The perfect way to spend an afternoon at BU without spending money by Siena Vitucci Photo by Diya Kapoor Boston has been so cold and mucky this semester, and I’ve got a feeling we are in for at least a few more weeks of the icy snow and salt-covered sidewalks. So if you are looking for a way to brighten an otherwise dreary winter afternoon, I recommend taking some time to appreciate the art galleries here on campus! There are so many spanning from West Campus to the GSU, and

A closer look at how students build and sustain friendships beyond freshman year by Zahra Kazmi Photo by Serena Sharma By the end of freshman year, it starts to feel like everyone else seems to have found their group. You walk around campus and see friend groups continuously forming, whether it's the group of girls you see hanging out every day in the Claflin basement, or the six kids who sit at the same table at Warren Dining Hall every night. In freshman year, people capita

Graphic by Catarina Koehler by Simone DiNota BU is known for a lot of things: its prime location, its award-winning professors, its plethora of majors and academic programs. School spirit isn’t one of them. School spirit evokes visions of colossal football stadiums and game days that take up entire Saturdays and Instagram posts. Though BU hasn’t had a football team since 1997, students show up for hockey in a way that speaks to BU’s distinct vibe. Not every hockey game draw

Realistic ways for students to protect their mental health throughout the colder months. by Jenny Liu Photo by Gretchen Barnard Imagine having to get out of your cozy bed and travel through relentless winds in below-freezing temperatures, just to get to your classes? Slowly, a sense of dread sneaks up on you. You start setting multiple alarms, just to ignore them all, and the next thing you know, the lecture has ended without you. The winter days are gray, and sunlight is sig

Keeping BU Safe, Clean, and Vibrant by William White Graphic by Rhiannon Li As you walk down Commonwealth Ave, stroll through BU Beach, or even relax on COM lawn, do you ever wonder how campus stays so clean? Thanks to BU’s Campus Planning & Operations team, the look and feel of campus is always a priority, one of the many things that makes BU such a great place to be. With over 900 employees, CPO’s team spans from carpenters, custodians, architects, painters, plumbers and mo