East to West

First full week of classes! Today on East to West, we cover National Suicide Prevention Week, Boston University students and faculty reflecting on the transition to in-person classes, activists' thoughts on Methadone Mile's closure during National Recovery Month and more.  FEATURING: Veronica Thompson, Nellie Maloney, Katrina Liu, Bailey SalimesWRITTEN BY: Chris Relyea, Jit Ping Lee, and Cici YuEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Aaron Velasco, Lauren Rowlands, Olga Benacerraf, Greye Dunn, Madison Mercado, and Phil LondonMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  Passage by EdoyLink: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Edoy/progression/passage-1License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  

Content warning: this episode contains discussion of sexual assault.Cloudy days! Today on East to West, we cover sexual harassment accusations against a CFA professor, discuss the current standings of Boston's mayoral race, and remember recent BU graduate Kendall Castañeda.FEATURING: Veronica Thompson, Mia Parker, Jackson MacheskyWRITTEN BY: Veronica Thompson, Mia Parker, Jackson MacheskyEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Jesús Marrero Suárez, Madhri Yehiya, Tanisha Bhat, Madison Mercado, Olga BenacerrafMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Welcome back! Today on East to West, we cover BU's Class of 2025's matriculation ceremony, trans and nonbinary students' struggles with the university's health services and policies, a virtual panel on women's issues for mayoral candidates, and more!FEATURING: Veronica Thompson, Jackson Machesky, Nellie Maloney WRITTEN BY: Veronica Thompson, Jackson Machesky, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Nellie Maloney BASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Aaron Velasco, Emily Stevenson, Anna Vidergar, Alexandra DowdMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Summertime! Today on East to West, we cover frustrations with BU's single-sex bathroom policy, BU easing social distancing requirements on campus, the first in-person forum with Boston mayoral candidates together and more!FEATURING: Veronica Thompson, Justin Tang, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Veronica Thompson, Justin Tang, Jackson Machesky, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Emily Stevenson, Jesús Marrero Suárez, Anna Vidergar, Aaron Velasco, and Madison MercadoMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Season 5 Finale! Today on East to West, we cover landlords charging student tenants illegal fees, Boston University’s reaction to the result of the Derek Chauvin trial, a demonstration against police brutality at Doherty Playground and more!FEATURING: Sarah Wager, Mia Parker, Sonja Chen, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Anjeli Smith, Veronica Thompson, Nellie MaloneyEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Daniel Kool, Samuele Petruccelli, Greye Dunn, Aaron Velasco, Taylor Brokesh, Tanisha BhatMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Four days left! Today on East to West, we cover BUPD tackling an alleged suspect on campus, student reports of animals in their residences, a press conference about the Derek Chauvin trial verdict and more.FEATURING: Veronica Thompson, Ele Berger, Justin TangWRITTEN BY: Katrina Liu, Anjeli Smith, Sarah Wager, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Vanessa Bartlett, Nick Kolev, Emily Stevenson, Jesús Marrero Suárez, Tanisha Bhat, Samuele Petruccelli MUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

One more week! Today on East to West, we cover Boston University accounting two commencement ceremonies for the class of 2021, a GoFundMe page started by BU Parents United Facebook Group to honor two university custodians who died from COVID-19, a protest at the Massachusetts State House regarding the killing of Daunte Wright and more.FEATURING: Veronica Thompson, Mia Parker, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Nellie Maloney, Veronica Thompson, Katrina Liu, Anjeli SmithEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Molly Farrar, Emily Stevenson, Vanessa Bartlett, Colbi Edmonds, Daniel Kool, Madhri YehiyaMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Happy (early) Patriots’ Day! Today on East to West, we cover BU requiring all students in the upcoming fall semester to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, prospective students being able to get virtual tours of the university via the visitTOUR app, local nonprofits in Boston attempting to tackle food insecurity in the area and more!FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Mia ParkerWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Mia Parker, Nellie Maloney, Veronica Thompson, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Jesús Marrero Suárez,Tanisha Bhat, Olga Benacerraf, Emily Stevenson, Samuele Petruccelli, Sam Trottenberg, Joel Lau, MUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

It’s a special music edition! Today on East to West, we cover activist bands performing at Boston protests, how CFA students and teachers have worked their way around performance restrictions, an Arlington-based drum school bringing its students together and more!FEATURING: Justin Tang, Ele BergerWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Veronica Thompson, Ele Berger, Anjeli Smith, Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Sam Trottenberg, Tanisha Bhat, Molly Farrar, Jesús Marrero Suárez, Daniel KoolMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault.One month until finals! Today on East to West, we cover decreasing admission rates for the BU’s incoming freshman class, campus organizations teaming together to fundraise for survivors of sexual assault and the UNITE HERE Local 26 labor union providing food donations to recently fired essential workers and more!FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Mia Parker, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Mia Parker, Anjeli Smith, Nellie Maloney, Rani ThompsonEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY:  Juncheng Quan, Rachel Do, Nathan Lederman, Sam Trottenberg, Madison Mercado, Taylor Brokesh, Jesús Marrero Suárez, Vanessa BartlettMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Warm weather has come! Today on East to West, we cover students expressing disagreement with some BU COVID-19 policies, Boston University’s Youth Democratic Socialists of America’s protest of free laundry, Governor Charlie Baker committing Massachusetts to reaching net zero emissions by 2050 and more!FEATURING: Katrina Liu, Rani ThompsonWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Ele Berger, Rani Thompson, Mia Parker, Anjeli Smith, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Madhri Yehiya, Aaron Velasco, Taylor Brokesh, Sam Trottenberg, Jesús Marrero Suárez, Tanisha Bhat, Anna StjernquistMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

BU students find their matches! Today on East to West, we cover the rally protesting anti-Asian hate that occurred on Saturday in Nubian Square, the School of Hospitality Administration's announcement of a new concentration in Restaurant Management and Experiences, Massachusetts State lawmakers calling for changes in the definition of “hate crime” and more!FEATURING: Sarah Wager, Mia Parker, Katrina Liu, Charles MooreWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Veronica Thompson, Mia Parker, Nellie Maloney, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Sam Trottenberg, Madhri Yehiya, Samuele Petruccelli,  Molly Farrar, Jane Avery, Emily Stevenson, Colbi Edmonds, Isabella AbrahamMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Content Warning. This episode contains mention of sexual assault.Jenga Building floods! Today on East to West, we cover a water main breaking on a BU construction site and its campus-wide effects, a diversity survey sent to BU faculty, Kim Janey being sworn in as Boston’s first female and black mayor and more!FEATURING: Justin Tang, Veronica Thompson, Ele BergerWRITTEN BY: Anjeli Smith, Jackson Machesky, Mia Parker, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Anna Stjernquist, Anna Vidergar, Aaron Velasco, Madhri Yehiya, Lily KepnerMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ This episode originally aired Mar. 29, 2021. For a full archive of “East to West,” head to dfpress.co/listen. 

New chairs on BU Beach!! Today on East to West, we cover Boston University’s response to last week’s shootings in Atlanta, the creation of community spaces around campus, former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh being confirmed as Secretary of Labor and more!FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Mia Parker, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Nellie Maloney, Anjeli Smith, Veronica Thompson, Katrina Liu, Sarah Wager, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Nathan Lederman, Vanessa Bartlett, Molly Farrar, Emily Stevenson, Isabella Abraham, Chloe Liu, Madison MercadoMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Happy Spring! Today on East to West, we cover Boston University’s decision to return to fully in-person classes for Fall 2021, a recent attempted robbery and arrest on campus, a protest against anti-asian hate crimes in Boston Common and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Ele Berger, Charles Moore, Veronica ThompsonWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Ele Berger, Anjeli Smith, Charles Moore, Veronica Thompson, Justin Tang, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Nick Kolev, Vanessa Bartlett, Molly Farrar, Madison Mercado, Tanisha Bhat, Taylor Brokesh MUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

It’s almost St. Patrick’s Day! Presented by the Daily Free Press, this is East to West. Today, we cover disparities in the Massachusetts COVID-19 vaccine rollout, StuGov election updates, changes to the New England council’s Pell Grant policy, and more. FEATURING: Justin Tang, Rani Thompson, Sarah WagerWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Rani Thompson, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Sam Trottenberg, Emily Stevenson, Anna Vidergar, Samuele Petruccelli, Anna Stjernquist MUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Enjoy the beautiful weather! Today on East to West, we remember two BU custodians who have died from COVID-19, Study Abroad programs being cancelled for the summer session, activists gathering in South Station for International Women’s Day and more!FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Charles Moore, Katrina Liu, Mia ParkerWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Charles Moore, Nellie Maloney, Rani Thompson, Katrina Liu, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Nick Kolev, Emily Stevenson, Isabella Abraham, Jesús Marrero Suárez, Daniel Kool, Colbi EdmondsMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Good luck with midterms! Today on East to West, we cover plans for BU’s 2021 Commencement Ceremony, developments in the South Campus break-ins, the cancellation of the CGS Boston-London Program, the renaming of Allston Park and more.FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Charles Moore, Katrina Liu, Mia ParkerWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Nellie Maloney, Mia Parker, Katrina Liu, Sarah Wager, Veronica Thompson, Adam LazowskiEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Emily Stevenson, Jesús Marrero Suárez, Madhri Yehiya, Madison Mercado, Taylor Brokesh, Olga Benacerraf, Anna StjernquistMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

It’s the first day of March! Today on East to West, we cover the state’s decision to halt vaccine distribution at universities, new MBTA construction on BU’s West Campus, activists calling for equitable redistricting in Massachusetts, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Veronica Thompson, Jackson MacheskyWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Veronica Thompson, Ele Berger, Katrina Liu, Sarah WagerEDITED BY: Nellie Maloney and Jackson MacheskyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Tanisha Bhat, Samuele Petruccelli, Juncheng Quan, Kylee Nguyen, Daniel KoolMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Happy Friday! Today on East to West, we cover Boston University’s plan to offer COVID-19 vaccines to students with two or more medical conditions, possible housing deposit refunds, a proposal to establish a recreational cannabis dispensary on Newbury Street, and more.FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Mia Parker, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Mia Parker, Sarah Wager, Katrina Liu, Rani ThompsonEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Aaron Velasco, Emily Stevenson, Taylor Brokesh, Vanessa Bartlett, Kylee Nguyen, Nick Kolev, Sam Trottenberg, Molly FarrarMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today on East to West, we cover a boycott on in-person BU Library services, anti-Asian racism on campus, the donation of the brain of former NFL wide receiver Vincent Jackson to the Boston University Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Center for research, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Veronica Thompson, Ele BergerWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Ele Berger, Veronica Thompson, Nellie Maloney, Mia Parker, Katrina Liu, Sarah Wager EDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Tanisha Bhat, Vanessa Bartlett, Samuele Petruccelli, Katarzyna Jezak, Charles MooreMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Happy Black History Month! Today on East to West, we cover the history and importance of Umoja, Boston University’s Black Student Union chapter, high levels of gentrification in Boston, the reopening of BU’s Fitness and Recreation Center, and more.FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Mia ParkerWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Mia Parker, Nellie Maloney, Katrina Liu, Rani ThompsonEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Anne Jonas, Madhri Yehiya, Emily Stevenson, Sam Trottenberg, Madison MercadoMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Happy Tuesday! Today, we cover why BU Dining changes menus unexpectedly, the addition of recycling bins to West Campus, Boston on Valentine’s Day, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Ele Berger, Veronica ThompsonWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Mia Parker, Ele Berger, Sarah Wager, Katrina Liu, Veronica ThompsonEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Kylee Nguyen, Taylor Brokesh, Tanisha Bhat, Juncheng Quan, Samuele Petruccelli, Daniel KoolMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Content Warning: This episode of East to West contains mention of sexual assault.In today’s episode, we cover the university-wide sexual assault protest, a series of break-ins in South Campus, a protest at South Station calling for Former President Trump’s conviction, and more. FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Mia Parker, Charles Moore, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Nellie Maloney, Mia Parker, Charles Moore, Katrina Liu, Veronica ThompsonEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Lily Kepner, Sam Trottenberg, Aaron Velasco, Anne Jonas, Vanessa Bartlett, Madhri Yehiya, and Tanisha BhatMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Join us today as we discuss Boston Public Schools’ decision to reopen to high priority students, how students celebrated Super Bowl Sunday during a pandemic, why a BU men’s basketball game was postponed, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Ele Berger, Veronica ThompsonWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Katrina Liu, Ele Berger, Veronica ThompsonEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Sam Trottenberg, Emily Stevenson, Juncheng Quan, Ethan Biddle, Samuele PetruccelliMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In today’s episode of East To West, the Daily Free Press cover Massachusetts State Police’s removal of unhoused individuals from an encampment near Boston University, stricter COVID-19 protocols from Resident Assistants, announcement of new affordable housing units in the city of Boston, and more.FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Veronica Thompson, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Nellie Maloney, Mia Parker, Katrina Liu, Veronica ThompsonEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Madhri Yehiya, Anne Jonas, Emily Stevenson, Taylor Brokesh, Aaron VelascoMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Happy Monday! Today, we cover why ResLife exempted RAs from BU student COVID regulations and continuing communication issues with BU’s classroom moderators. Plus, a recap of Mayor Marty Walsh’s legacy on the City of Boston. Tune in now!FEATURING: Justin Tang, Jackson Machesky, Sarah WagerWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Nellie Maloney, Mia Parker, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Madhri Yehiya, Anne Jonas, Emily Stevenson, Aaron Velasco, Daniel KoolMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode of East to West, the Daily Free Press covers difficulties in international students’ return to Boston due to delays in receiving paperwork, the cancellation of the BU Shanghai internship program, the lifting of the curfew restricting restaurant operations, and more. FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Charles Moore, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Nellie Maloney, Mia Parker, Charles Moore, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Vanessa Bartlett, Colbi Edmonds, Madhri Yehiya, Taylor Brokesh, Daniel Kool, Aaron VelascoMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode of East to West, the Daily Free Press covers restrictions for CFA musicians and provides a preview of campus and city coverage for the Spring 2021 semester.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Katrina Liu, Nellie Maloney, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Aaron Velasco, Nick Kolev, Daniel KoolMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this special Sports edition of East to West, the Daily Free Press covers BU men’s hockey surprising victories over UMass Amherst, the end of BU women’s basketball’s winning streak, a string of losses from BU men’s basketball, and more.FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Charles MooreWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Charles Moore, Nellie Maloney, Katrina Liu, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Chad Jones, Amanda Purcell, Maxwell Bevington, Charles MooreMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode, the Daily Free Press covers BU’s COVID-19 vaccine roll out, a COVID-19 spike on campus as students arrive for the start of the spring semester, and a BU hosted panel about the recent attack on the U.S. Capitol. FEATURING: Justin TangWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Justin Tang, Nellie Maloney, Katrina Liu, Sarah WagerEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Vanessa Bartlett, Emily Stevenson, Yiran YuMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In the Season 5 Premiere of East to West, the Daily Free Press covers how Boston University faculty and leadership responded to insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, the virtual Back2BU panels hosted by Dean of Students Kenneth Elmore, Boston Mayor Marty Walsh’s nomination for Secretary of Labor, and more.FEATURING: Jackson Machesky, Katrina Liu, Sarah WagerWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Mia Parker, Nellie Maloney, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Nick Kolev, Anna Vidergar, Madhri Yehiya, Daniel Kool, Isabella AbrahamMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In the final episode of Season 4, we discuss the status of Boston Public Schools’ reopening plans, a student app to aid sustainability in dining, a movement in Beacon Hill to install LED streetlights, and more.FEATURING: Jackson MacheskyWRITTEN BY: Jackson Machesky, Justin Tang, Nellie Maloney, Mia Parker, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Jackson MacheskyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Daniel Kool, Isabella Abraham, Vanessa Bartlett, Katarzyna Jezak, Madhri YehiyaMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today on East to West, we cover BU’s record-breaking rise in Covid cases, a battle over the BU rock on Trans Day of Remembrance, a police reform bill out of the Massachusetts Legislature, and more. FEATURING: Justin Tang, Katrina Liu, Edward SturmWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Edward Sturm, Katrina Liu, Michelle Tian, Jackson Machesky, Nellie Maloney, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Angela Yang, Nick Kolev, Aaron Velasco, Ellie Yeo, Taylor Brokesh, Shannon Damiano, Vanessa BartlettMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today on East to West, we cover the Kilachand Honors College’s fight for student representation, a black out on Upper Bay State Road, issues with BU’s classroom moderator program, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Jackson MacheskyWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Jackson MacheskyEDITED BY: Justin TangBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Nathan Lederman, Melissa Ellin, Chris Larabee, Emily StevensonMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In today’s episode of East to West, we cover a BU student campaign for free laundry, faculty complaints over lack of access to COVID-19 testing, the vandalism of a North Cambridge mural honoring representative John Lewis, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Jackson MacheskyWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Jackson Machesky, Katrina Liu, Michelle Tian, Nellie Maloney, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Claire Williams, Nick Kolev, Lily Kepner, Daniel Kool, Taylor Brokesh, Aaron VelascoMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In today’s episode of East to West, we cover BU’s guide on how to navigate during the Thanksgiving season, efforts to increase recycling in West campus, consequences of a fire alarm that occurred in quarantine housing, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Sara Wager, Nellie Maloney, Michelle Tian, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Aaron Velasco, Melissa Ellin, Isabella Abraham, Ellie Yeo, Alison PirogMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

On today’s episode of East to West, we discuss Massachusetts’ plans to reopen field hospitals for COVID-19, BU students’ wariness of on-campus study spaces, Boston’s New Year celebration going virtual, and more. FEATURING: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Jackson MacheskyWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Jackson Machesky, Katrina Liu, Mia Parker, Nellie Maloney, Michelle TianEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Katarzyna Jezak, Claire Williams, Kate Sandage, Aaron Velasco, Lily Kepner, Taylor BrokeshMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

It’s the 100th episode of East to West! We’ll take a look back on the past two years of BU’s trusted news podcast. Also, the news, of course — we’ll cover how BU Greek Life is working to strengthen inclusion of marginalized genders, what the new Title IX updates mean for reporting sexual misconduct, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Edward Sturm, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Edward Sturm, Sarah Wager, Katrina Liu, Nellie Maloney, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Nellie Maloney and Justin TangBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Vanessa Bartlett, Jun Li, Emily Stevenson, Samuele Petruccelli, Isabella Abraham, Julia ErmiMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

November 13, 2020 marked the 100th episode of East to West since its conception in January of 2019. Host Justin Tang reflects on the past two years of BU's trusted news podcast, and we check in with past Podcast Editors Mike Reddy and Jen Racoosin, as well as past Associate Podcast Editors Colter Schroer and Zoe Han.

In today’s East to West, we’ll cover the Joe Biden’s victory in the 2020 presidential election, the celebrations around the city that followed Biden’s victory, new curfew guidelines encouraged by BU administration, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Jackson Machesky, Sarah WagerWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Katrina Liu, Nellie Maloney, Mia Parker, Kesley FfrenchEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Daniel Kool, Shaun Robinson, Sam Drysdale, Nick Kolev, Melissa Ellin, Anna Vidergar, Madhri Yehiya, Allison Pirog, Taylor Brokesh , Samuele PetruccelliMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Join BU’s trusted news podcast for special election coverage, including Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey’s landslide victory. Plus, we’ll tell you about new COVID-19 restrictions from Boston University, as well as the new Taco Bell Cantina in West Campus.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Katrina Liu, Sarah Wager, Edward SturmWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Katrina Liu, Sarah Wager, Edward Sturm, Michelle Tian, Mia Parker, Nellie MaloneyEDITED BY: Justin TangBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Anne Jonas, Chris Larabee, Nick Kolev, Jane Avery, Allison Pirog, Shaun Robinson, Diana Leane, Daniel Kool, Ashley SoebrotoMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today on East to West, we cover a student petition to allow for the cancellation of Residence License Agreements for the Spring semester, updates on the Center for Computing and Data Sciences, BlueBikes offering free rides on Election Day, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Jackson MacheskyWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Jackson Machesky, Katrina Liu, Nellie Maloney, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Kate Sandage, Isabella Abraham, Jane Avery, Anne Jonas, Samuele Petruccelli, Chris Larabee, Aaron VelascoMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today on East to West, we cover the suspensions of BU students who planned large gatherings, how BU is encouraging safe Halloween festivities, Salem business shutting down to tourists, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Katrina Liu, Edward SturmWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Katrina Liu, Michelle Tian, Mia Parker, Nellie Maloney, Kelsey FfrenchEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Melissa Ellin, Nick Kolev, Claire Williams, Aaron Velasco, Katarzyna Jezak, Allison Pirog, Anne JonasMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today on East to West, we cover the formation of lines outside of BU COVID-19 testing sites, the closure of the Kenmore Starbucks location, local restaurants bracing for colder weather during COVID-19, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Jackson MacheskyWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Michelle Tian, Mia Parker, Nellie Maloney, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Emily Stevenson, Melissa Ellin, Julia Ermi, Allison Pirog, Daniel Kool, Nathan Lederman, Jun LiMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Today, we cover a student initiative to make classes on election day optional, an uptick in bicycle theft, new public showers in Cambridge for those in need, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Katrina Liu, Michelle Tian, Nellie Maloney, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Ellie Yeo, Kate Sandage, Anne Jonas, Melissa Ellin, Taylor Brokesh, Nick Kolev Aaron VelascoMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In today’s episode of East to West, we cover BU Spirit’s collaborative voting information initiative, a virtual Family and Friends weekend, Boston Logan Airport’s new rapid COVID-19 testing, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Jackson Machesky, Sarah WagerWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Jackson Machesky, Sarah Wager, Katrina Liu, Nellie Maloney, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Nellie MaloneyBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Taylor Brokesh, Chloe Liu, Emily Stevenson, Ele Berger, Vanessa Bartlett, Samuele PetruccelliMUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

On today’s edition of East to West, we cover the continued impact of COVID-19 on local businesses and restaurants, BU’s new community safety and engagement team, a local group of tenants demanding eviction protection, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Katrina LiuWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Katrina Liu, Michelle Tian, Nellie Maloney, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Justin TangBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Angela Yang, Nick Kolev, Nathan Lederman, Anne Jonas, Allison Pirog, Madison Mercado, Emily Stevenson MUSIC:Acid Trumpet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3340-acid-trumpet License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Backbay Lounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3408-backbay-lounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5010-ultralounge License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

On Today’s East to West, we cover the impact on a socially-distant semester on new students, how deaf and hard of hearing students are acclimating to Learn from Anywhere, the virtual Head of the Charles Regatta, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Sarah WagerWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Kelsey Ffrench, Nellie Maloney, Mia ParkerEDITED BY: Mia ParkerBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Colin Boyd, Charlotte Howard, Kate Sandage, Aaron Velasco, Taylor BrokeshMUSIC: “Acid Trumpet” by Kevin Macleod, “Backbay Lounge” by Kevin Macleod, “Ultralounge” by Kevin Macleod

Today, we’ll cover extra steps for voters in isolation/quarantine housing, a professional fraternity under scrutiny for an unofficial gathering, young people causing an uptick in Boston coronavirus cases, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Edward SturmWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Sarah Wager, Mia Parker, Nellie Maloney, Michelle Tian, Katrina LiuEDITED BY: Justin TangBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Katarzyna Jezak, Isabella Abraham, Jeromey Russ, Allison Pirog, Daniel Kool, Jun LiMUSIC: “Acid Trumpet” by Kevin Macleod, “Backbay Lounge” by Kevin Macleod, “Ultralounge” by Kevin Macleod

On today’s episode of East to West, we discuss how two BU alumni who will be wed at BU beach, BU’s recent postponing of its immunization clinic, reactions to a COVID outbreak at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and more.FEATURING: Justin Tang, Angela Yang, Edward Sturm, Jackson MacheskyWRITTEN BY: Justin Tang, Angela Yang, Jackson Machesky, Katrina Liu, Nellie Maloney, Mia Parker, Michelle Tian, Kelsey FfrenchEDITED BY: Justin TangBASED ON DFP PIECES BY: Angela Yang, Chris Larabee, Anne Jonas, Claire Williams, James Paleologopoulos, Jun Li, Daniel KoolMUSIC: “Acid Trumpet” by Kevin Macleod, “Backbay Lounge” by Kevin Macleod, “Ultralounge” by Kevin Macleod