Are you looking for your next great summer read? Whether you’re craving a mystery to get lost in, a story that makes you think, or a little inspiration for your next adventure, these books by BU alumni have you covered. From late-night thrills to heartfelt journeys and everything in between, there’s something here for every kind of reader. So, find a comfy spot, pour yourself something cold, and get ready to dive in.

For many, college graduation marks one of life’s biggest transitions—signaling the end of frequent exams, essays, extracurriculars, and a built-in social circle. Finding your new normal in the “real world” after walking across the stage on Nickerson Field can be challenging. Filled with lots of unknowns, this next chapter promises both uncertainty and opportunity.

At a recent Boston University Young Alumni Council (BUYAC) meeting, council members ope...

BU has a long history of graduating entrepreneurs, trailblazers, and changemakers. For Black students, succeeding at a predominantly White institution (PWI) like BU brings unique challenges. Students of color at PWIs report lacking a sense of belonging, lack of representation, feelings of isolation, and experiencing harmful interactions and micro aggressions. Despite the obstacles they have encountered along the way, BU’s Black alumni entrepreneurs...

Returning to Boston University’s Charles River campus after many years can stir up a flood of nostalgia—bringing back memories of late-night study sessions, early morning classes, sports games, hangouts, and the local restaurants that became go-to spots in between. For many alums, these off-campus restaurants played a significant role in shaping their college experience. You might remember some of these restaurants as places where you laughed wit...