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

By George Brown In Memory of Jill Brown Grandma tells me it's an unusual time. She is bruises and bone, upper lip catching on her teeth. She tells me much has become clear: She is grateful. The Lord doesn’t decide when the spirit must leave, He can only mourn, surrounded by his children. She still laughs like a penny, still remembers driving Mom barely nine months pregnant with a Goldfish on her lap to the new house, me in a car seat. She tells mom: you taught

What in the Ohio skibidi sigma rizz is going on? By Nikki Lipner Scroll through your TikTok feed for long enough, and you're sure to stumble across clips of memes, microtrends, and catchphrases, all while your attention span is slowly shifting away. This phenomenon is known as "brainrot," a term coined to describe wasting time engaging with seemingly meaningless content for long enough for it to infiltrate your mind. This harmless scrolling has rewired our brains to the extr

Traveling Doesn’t Have to Mean Flying—It Can Be as Simple as a Short Train Ride Away By Tiffany Wong It's Saturday morning, you're calling your friend and debating what tomorrow's plan is. Newbury? No, you've been there practically every weekend at this point. You're tired of busy crowds, slow walkers, and the same 10 shops; any more, and the staff will start calling you by name. Besides, in the city, when you get back you’re more tired than when you left. Shopping feels mo

All the Reasons We Make Outrageous Prices Our New “Budget” By Marianna Gavurmadzhyan Graphic by Yeyoung Jang When my friend told me there were apartments with spiral staircases, I was sold. I was fully prepared, alongside my three friends, to spend senior year in a beautiful apartment with a spiral staircase to live out my princess dreams. Flash forward two weeks, we were sitting in a realtor’s office filling out our budget. We thought $5,400 was decent for four girls, after

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,