Matteo Venierivenam@bu.edu The Columbus Day Parade in Boston is one of the most important events in October. Every year, thousands of people gather in the streets near the North End to cheer and celebrate the Italian heritage of the city.
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Erin Lee Carr’s solo journey to acceptance
Matteo Venierivenam@bu.edu “You are a Carr, and this is a complicated, wondrous inheritance.” These words, written by David Carr in an email to his daughter Erin Lee Carr, are a sort of map that the author tries to use to navigate in pursuit of her identity. She looks for help in a number of tools,Continue reading “Erin Lee Carr’s solo journey to acceptance”
Unpaid internships made experience a rare commodity for BU students
Matteo Venierivenam@bu.edu BOSTON – Internships are an important component of students’ career, but far too often experience is the only compensation they end up receiving. Accepting unpaid internships has become the norm, no matter the duties or the time invested. But many Boston University students have discovered that the experience they gained can be aContinue reading “Unpaid internships made experience a rare commodity for BU students”
The sausage guy of Fenway Park
The sign of the Sausage Guy cart outside the ballpark on Wednesday, September 18 2019 Matteo Venierivenam@bu.edu BOSTON – The chilly wind blowing through the streets of Boston begins to carry a unique smell whenever one crosses the David Ortiz bridge on game day. It’s the smell of sausage, a staple in the diet ofContinue reading “The sausage guy of Fenway Park”
GALLERY: Life on the Charles
Matteo Venierivenam@bu.edu Sun or rain, the Charles River is always a popular destination for many Bostonians. Whether it’s for a workout, sunbathing or sailing, there is an activity that everybody can enjoy.