In this edition of Amber, we will first take a look on the controversies on how Trump’s policy against transgender bathroom is heating up here on BU campus, we will show you the story behind how Boston now has the largest amount of Chinese tourists in the nation. Later in the show, we will take a look at how BUCCF engages local communities in Boston with traditional Chinese culture, we will also hear what our Terriers think about the increase in residence fee on campus. Finally, we will show you a short video from out members about this past spring break.
Author: Emily Corsini
3/31/17
On this episode we discuss top headlines from March 31st, like Britain’s official exit from the European Union as well as the top political headlines from Washington D.C., and weather correspondent Zoë Mitchel lets us know if a tick-pocalyse is headed our way.
What Are the Odds?
This week on Offsides, Courtney Conyers brings back our infamous “What Are the Odds” segment for some heated debates on several hot topics in sports news. Then Jessica Citronberg and the hockey buffs at the Penalty Box will discuss what they think the NHL playoffs will look like for some of the contending teams. And don’t forget to stay tuned for a special Off the Cuff Commentary on the controversy that is bubbling up in the National Women’s Hockey League.
3/24/17
In a week of tragedy, we report new details into the London Westminster Bridge terror attacks and sports reporter Mike Goodkind sits down with BU Men’s basketball coach Joe Jones.
3/17/17
On this episode we talk headlines from March 17th, like the McDonald’s Twitter scandal and weather correspondent Zoe Mitchell reports on how temperature affects our maple syrup.
3/3/17
On the spring semester premiere of GMBU, we bring back headline news, sports, politics and entertainment. We introduce a new and improved weather segment and sit down with BU students for Campus Corner interviews.
The Shot Clock Returns
On this episode of Offsides, Sophia Lipp takes it Behind the Plate with two analysts to discuss the World Baseball Classic and expectations for the upcoming MLB season. Then, Aaron Halford moderates the battle between reigning champion Michael Alcaraz and hopeful contender Greg Levinsky on another edition of Shot Clock. Stay tuned to see who wins this shoot out!
In The Picture
Forest’s op-ed earns Georgia’s trust and catches the attention of President Dixon. Tension rises as the rape hearing looms, causing rifts in Dylan’s relationships with Heather and Anthony. Vie cuts all ties with Elliot when she learns what he’s done, and some shocking news changes some people’s priorities.
Dig In
Food is one of the major ingredients of college life. It is simply everywhere. From campus dining, morning to midnight, across your timeline and more, our day revolves around food. This episode, our team is looking at the intersection of college students and cuisine. Dig in with Inside Boston.
Immigration Ban
Episode 17.1 explores President Trump’s executive order prohibiting immigration from seven Muslim-majority countries. What are the legal implications of the travel ban? Who do these policies affect? How has Boston University responded? The guests who will address these questions include Provost of Boston University, Dr. Jean Morrison and Sarah Sherman-Stokes from BU’s Immigrants’ Rights Clinic. Also, BU student and Iranian citizen Raya Bidshahri will speak about her experience with the travel ban.