Dressing Older Won’t Help Us Grow Up Any Faster By Samantha Rosenberg Photograph by Carina McCallum From blunt bobs to oversized wool coats, young adults are increasingly dressing older than they are. We as humans are biologically wired to seek control and authority, and one way to achieve this is dressing older than our age. I find this to be both completely valid and absolutely ridiculous. Somewhere between beginning college and building a LinkedIn profile, we’ve decided

By Samantha McKeever Last Thursday, or at least what I remember it to be, seems all too far away. Like words that hang lifeless in suffocating air, or anger that sleeps in poorly made beds. It’s normal, really, is what they say over long phone calls in silent rooms: dialing in and out of consciousness is nothing to be concerned about. It’s just the way things are. Things, at least, feel different. Calloused, warped, faded — all the words seem empty. I suppose that’s normal, a

Problematic Situationship or Travel Goldmine By Layan Boulon Graphic by Katie-Ann Small “Be a traveler. Not a tourist.” Anthony Bourdain's wise words probably weren’t talking about downloading tinder upon landing in your next travel destination, but I would argue you should. Traveling can be euphoric. Whether it’s eating the best chicken tagine you’ve ever had or climbing the highest mountain you’ve ever climbed, you’re free from the stressors of your life. Before that, thoug

Chanel Entered a New Free-Spirited Era with Matthieu Blazy By Rachel Yu Graphic by Yeyoung Jang If you’re on TikTok or Instagram, I’m sure you have seen Chanel’s iconic cap-toe ballet flats circulating on social media. Their distinct two-toned design, complemented by the House’s interlocking CC logo, and a thin leather bow, makes the shoe instantly recognizable and increasingly in demand. In March, Chanel creative director Matthieu Blazy released his Spring/Summer 2026 deb

Does Music Help or Hurt Our Heartbreak? By Gianna Ucci Every Saturday night, just before the city goes to sleep, I find myself walking home after a night with my friends—with the city in front of me and my headphones on. I see people leaving the library late, couples going home together, friends trying desperately to “call it a night,” yet despite the lives surrounding me, I find myself feeling more alone. “Superstar” by the Carpenters plays as I cross the street, and I beg

Proceed with caution! By Katie Sam At the time I pitched this article, I settled on the idea of comparing the various BU dining halls. I mean, what’s more relatable to the food section of a collegiate literary magazine than an article on such places? And while this initial thought remains true, I’ve actually found the process of comparing the dining halls to be very subjective—to the point where my singular opinion seems almost trivial. In fact, I fear the only good coming ou

The Untapped Powers of Your Library Card By Mayzie Wusz When people say “BPL,” many think of the Boston Public Library in Copley Square—one of the most iconic spots in Boston, and for good reason! But as a whole, the BPL is a full system of libraries across the city, where you can have access to all branches and a wide range of free resources. At its core, a library card unlocks access to an extensive collection of books, from course-related materials to fiction, nonfiction,

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

How to make self-care work for you. By Phoebe Stern We’ve all heard “work hard, play hard”, but where does that leave us mentally and physically? As someone who cares about my grades and loves a good night out (or two or three), I am always wondering when and how to make time for myself to recharge, rest, and recover. Through plenty of weekend benders and hours spent in the library, I’m realizing that a “work hard, play hard” lifestyle isn’t sustainable unless you take care o

Despite what pop culture or social media tells you, having more than one best friend can actually make for a healthier, more balanced social life by Isabella Hobbs Photo by Serenidy Ryan Throughout middle school, high school, and even the first semester of college, I felt so much pressure to find my forever best friend—my future bridesmaid —just like all the TV shows I grew up watching had depicted. I saw Monica and Rachel, Blair and Serena, Summer and Marissa, and I drea