Editor's Note
In light of the Fourth of July holiday, BU Today will not publish the week of June 29-July 3 (although we will cover breaking news). We’ll resume publishing on Monday, July 6.
In the City
Things-to-do
Looking for Places to Watch Fireworks This Fourth of July? BU Has You Covered
Where to watch fireworks as America celebrates its 250th anniversary
Latest Headlines
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Getting to Know Your Neighborhood: Newbury Street
A guide to shopping, eating, and hanging out in Boston’s crème de la crème commercial area
June 23, 2026 -
A Solution to the Cocktail Party Problem—Hidden in the Brain
BU researchers are mixing neuroscience, photonics, and engineering to help people with hearing loss pick out sounds in noisy spaces
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Digging for Remnants of the Battle of Bunker Hill
Alum archaeologists lead the search for a colonial fort hastily built in Charlestown, Mass., to defend against the British 251 years ago
June 22, 2026 -
Finding Her Voice, in Song and Healing Research at Boston University
Being an ordained Jewish cantor informs Laura Stein’s studies of clergy burnout
April 7, 2026
Clean Energy
Boston University Researchers Team Up with Massachusetts to Launch New Clean Energy Tools
Collaboration with the state produces online data tools that aim to help cities and towns implement greener energy programs
Today's Close-up
Celebrating Ha Jin
Guests gathered at the BU Castle on June 23 to celebrate the retirement of Xuefei (Ha) Jin (GRS’94), William Fairfield Warren Distinguished Professor, who has taught in the Creative Writing Program since 2002. Above Jin (left), an award-winning novelist and poet, chats with Creative Writing alums Julia Pike (GRS’21) and Emily Brade (GRS’22).
Photo by Annaka Saari (GRS’21)
Top Stories
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Cheese Is Now a Protein Source? Five Things to Know About the Updated Mediterranean Diet
Revisions to the food pyramid reflect new research on nutrition, chronic disease prevention, and sustainability. BU nutrition expert Joan Salge Blake breaks down the key changes.
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Boston University Biomedical Engineer Ji-Xin Cheng Named National Academy of Inventors Fellow
Precision medicine pioneer holds more than 30 patents and is the cofounder of multiple companies
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BU Researcher Helps Women Veterans Find Their Place After Serving Their Country
Tara Galovski started the Women Veterans Network (WoVeN) in 2017 with six participants. Now, 6,500 women have joined from all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
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CFA Students Bring Their Design Talents to World’s Largest Shakespeare Festival
Under tutelage of School of Theatre’s Jon Savage, they created sets, costumes, and more for Craiova International Shakespeare Festival in Romania
June 16, 2026
Gallery
Photo Gallery Offers a Look Back at Spring 2026 Highlights on Campus
Images capture the arrival of spring, Earth Day, and a picture-perfect Commencement
Global
The World Cup Is Coming to Boston—and BU’s Soccer Fans Are Ready for Kickoff
Special photo essay celebrates the University’s international community
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Arts & Culture
- Digging for Remnants of the Battle of Bunker Hill
- Cheese Is Now a Protein Source? Five Things to Know About the Updated Mediterranean Diet
- CFA Students Bring Their Design Talents to World’s Largest Shakespeare Festival
Business & Law
- Global Health Storytelling Course Brings Journalism and Public Health Students Together
- Video: Leaders Among Us—President Gilliam in Conversation with Glenda Chong (COM’97)
- BU’s Online MBA Program Offers Professionals More than Business Fundamentals
Campus Life
- Photo Gallery Offers a Look Back at Spring 2026 Highlights on Campus
- Common Read Returns with Inciting Joy
- BU’s Gliding and Soaring Club Takes to the Air
Health & Medicine
- Global Health Storytelling Course Brings Journalism and Public Health Students Together
- Boston University–Trained High Schoolers Educate Lawmakers About Taxing Alcohol
- For Thousands of BU Graduate Students, Commencement Is a Step Toward a New Profession
In the City
- Looking for Places to Watch Fireworks This Fourth of July? BU Has You Covered
- How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Boston During America’s 250th Birthday
- Getting to Know Your Neighborhood: Newbury Street
Science & Technology
- BU Wheelock Forum Explores AI in Education
- Earth Day at BU Is a Month-Long Affair
- Boston University: A History of Invention and Innovation
Sports
- 2026 World Cup in Boston
- BU Rowing Teams Head to California for IRA National Championship Regatta This Weekend
- BU Softball Seeking to Win Fourth Straight Patriot League Title This Weekend
University News
- Common Read Returns with Inciting Joy
- Round of Applause: Stephen Ellis of BU Campus Planning & Operations Wins Sustainability Award
- Lynne Allen Named Interim Dean of College of Fine Arts
Voices & Opinion
- Words of Wisdom for the Class of 2026: “Be Courageous”
- Your Guide to Self-Care When Low on Time
- Women Who Inspire Us: Terriers Celebrate the Mothers, Teachers, and Others Who’ve Shaped Their Lives