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The Other Side of Admitted Students Day

By Lulu Schloss Graphic by Charlie Tran Admitted Terrier Day is an opportunity for newly accepted students to tour Boston University and get a real feel for the campus. This is unlike a normal tour, because there are college-specific events hosted and a large pool of new students to meet. This day is very important for prospective students who may not be 100% sure if they like BU. It gives them the chance to see the campus, talk to specific representatives from their colleges

Lulu Schloss

Apr 273 min read

GSU After Dark

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

Siena Vitucci

Apr 202 min read

More than Background Noise

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,

Zahra Kazmi

Apr 132 min read

Are 8 a.m. Classes the Key to Productivity?

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.

Simone DiNota

Apr 62 min read

Things to Learn While Procrastinating

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

Jenny Liu

Mar 302 min read

Boston’s Late-night Study Spots

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

Lina Moini

Mar 232 min read

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