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Author: Ashley Hansberry

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BU Academy Kids Might Be Smarter Than You

October 8, 2012October 25, 2014 - by Ashley Hansberry - Leave a Comment

Boston University Academy (BUA) shares Boston University’s name and its campus, but few University students know very much about it. It’s a shame, too, because University students could probably stand …

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Boston Proves It’s a Sustainable City

September 24, 2012October 23, 2021 - by Ashley Hansberry - 3 Comments.

At his acceptance speech, President Obama made waves when he said that “climate change is not a hoax.” With ice caps melting and water levels rising, it’s becoming obvious that global …

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IS&T Offers Training Courses, More Than Just an IT Help Hotline

September 19, 2012September 19, 2012 - by Ashley Hansberry - Leave a Comment

Most students know that Boston University’s Information Services and Technology Department is where to go when faced with a broken laptop or issues with the campus Wi-Fi. Far fewer know …

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NASA Does the Incredible as Curiosity Rover Lands on Mars

August 7, 2012September 17, 2021 - by Ashley Hansberry - Leave a Comment

At about 1:31 EDT on August 6, the world held its breath. A minute later, as the wheels of NASA’s newest rover touched the ground, it cheered. Against incredible odds, …

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Graphic by Allan Lasser
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Roblog: Talk Bots

May 2, 2012May 2, 2012 - by Ashley Hansberry - 2 Comments.

Roblog is a weekly column dedicated to understanding the world of robotics. If science fiction is right and the impending robot apocalypse is real, it can’t hurt to be prepared. …

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Roblog: Robots Ready for Their Close-Ups

April 25, 2012April 25, 2012 - by Ashley Hansberry - 1 Comment

Roblog is a weekly column dedicated to understanding the world of robotics. If science fiction is right and the impending robot apocalypse is real, it can’t hurt to be prepared. Come back every Wednesday for a new blog of robot rants.

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Boston Comic Con: Cosplay Gallery

April 21, 2012April 24, 2012 - by Ashley Hansberry - 1 Comment

UPDATED with new photos! This weekend, Boston Comic Con brought out artists, collectors, and fans alike to Hynes Convention Center to share their love of all things comic related. Here are some of the most impressive cosplay costumes that filled the convention this year.

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ROBLOG BY ALLAN LASSER
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Roblog: Humanoid Robots are Too Human for Comfort

April 18, 2012April 17, 2012 - by Ashley Hansberry - 2 Comments.

Roblog is a weekly column dedicated to understanding the world of robotics. If science fiction is right and the impending robot apocalypse is real, it can’t hurt to be prepared. …

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Roblog by Allan Lasser
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Roblog: Driverless Cars Take to the Streets

April 11, 2012April 11, 2012 - by Ashley Hansberry - 1 Comment

Roblog is a weekly column dedicated to understanding the world of robotics. If science fiction is right and the impending robot apocalypse is real, it can’t hurt to be prepared. …

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BU and FIRST Robotics Bring Science to Students

April 9, 2012January 26, 2013 - by Ashley Hansberry - 3 Comments.

All photographs by Ashley Hansberry. The Boston Regional FIRST Robotics Competition brought high school teams from the New England area and beyond together to compete in a weekend of friendly …

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Roblog by Allan Lasser
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Roblog: Unfortunately, Tacocopters are Too Good to be True

April 4, 2012April 3, 2012 - by Ashley Hansberry - 1 Comment

Roblog is a weekly column dedicated to understanding the world of robotics. If science fiction is right and the impending robot apocalypse is real, it can’t hurt to be prepared. …

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Take Back the Night: A Photostory

April 3, 2012April 2, 2012 - by Ashley Hansberry - 2 Comments.

All photographs by Kara Korab. On Friday evening, members of the BU community came together to empower students to speak out against sexual assault and violence. Hosted by The Feminist …

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