BU Now » commencement 2011 http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow News, information and research from Boston University Wed, 21 Sep 2011 18:14:24 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.4 Commencement address by student speaker Monica Narang http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/25/9413/ http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/25/9413/#comments Wed, 25 May 2011 15:29:29 +0000 Lauren Davalla http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/?p=9413 Student commencement speaker Monica Narang (CAS ’11) addressed nearly 20,000 attendees at Sunday’s celebration and reflected on student life, academics and BU’s “soul”:


]]> http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/25/9413/feed/ 0 The next Dean Elmore? Experience commencement through the eyes of a graduate http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/23/the-next-dean-elmore-experience-commencement-through-the-eyes-of-a-graduate/ http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/23/the-next-dean-elmore-experience-commencement-through-the-eyes-of-a-graduate/#comments Mon, 23 May 2011 13:28:20 +0000 Lauren Davalla http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/?p=9401 BU Today joined Kyle Trotman (CAS’11) at this weekend’s events from the Champagne Reception on Friday night through Commencement yesterday to offer a graduate’s perspective.


]]> http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/23/the-next-dean-elmore-experience-commencement-through-the-eyes-of-a-graduate/feed/ 0 Boston University Commencement 2011: Guide to content and live coverage http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/20/boston-university-commencement-2011-guide-to-content-and-live-coverage/ http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/20/boston-university-commencement-2011-guide-to-content-and-live-coverage/#comments Fri, 20 May 2011 13:10:25 +0000 Jenny Mackintosh http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/?p=9352 Boston University’s 138th All-University Commencement will take place this Sunday, May 22, 2011. For a snapshot of the day’s coverage and ways to participate, check the sections below:

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Commencement Coverage

- For news on Commencement, speaker profiles and Commencement-related activities, visit BU Today’s Commencement 2011 News Coverage landing page.

- For a full schedule of school and college ceremonies, as well as visitor information, visit the official Commencement 2011 website.

Participate Live

- Watch the all-University Commencement live via webcast through the Commencement 2011 website, or listen locally on WBUR 90.9 FM.

- Tweet using #bu2011 and see live posts from campus on BU Today. (Browse last year’s memories and photos: Covering Commencement 2010)

- Like the Boston University Commencement Facebook Page to view photos from the big day and post well-wishes to the Class of 2011.

- If you have an iPhone or Android and plan to be on campus this Sunday, learn how to participate in the SCVNGR Social Check-in at Commencement.

Media

- Read Public Relations’ official media advisory (PDF) for all information on parking, check-in and resources

- Learn more about the 2011 Boston University Commencement speakers and honorees

- Contact Tom Testa or Colin Riley with any questions.


]]> http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/20/boston-university-commencement-2011-guide-to-content-and-live-coverage/feed/ 0 Studying a third language through a second: Senior Yue Huang on her BU experience http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/17/studying-a-third-language-through-a-second-senior-yue-huang-on-multiple-language/ http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/17/studying-a-third-language-through-a-second-senior-yue-huang-on-multiple-language/#comments Tue, 17 May 2011 13:46:26 +0000 Jenny Mackintosh http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/?p=9326 Senior Yue Huang (COM’11) traveled from her home in Beijing to Boston University, and quickly learned that although she knew English, her American slang could use some work. She didn’t stop there — using her second language to learn her third (Spanish), and eventually her fourth (French). In Points of Departure, Huang talks about growing up in the newsroom, and how languages help her break down barriers to communicate as a journalist:

Visit Yue Huang’s BU Today feature.

Visit the Points of Departure landing page to hear more stories from BU seniors.


]]> http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/17/studying-a-third-language-through-a-second-senior-yue-huang-on-multiple-language/feed/ 3 Senior week taking place now http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/16/senior-week-taking-place-now/ http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/2011/05/16/senior-week-taking-place-now/#comments Mon, 16 May 2011 13:47:45 +0000 Lauren Davalla http://blogs.bu.edu/bunow/?p=9299 Each day this week, the class of 2011 has a plethora of events to chose from to celebrate the end of finals and their last week as students here at BU ending, of course, with commencement on Sunday, May 22.  Here are some of the highlights:

Monday, May 16: Boston Harbor Cruise from the World Trade Center pier
Tuesday, May 17: House of Blues Party with the Cataracs
 Wednesday, May 18: BU Takes Over Six Flags New England
Thursday, May 19: Senior Ball at 808

BU Today will be posting location and other weather-related changes daily so be sure to check there before heading out the door!


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