First Terrier Spirit Day Is February 5—Wear Your BU Gear

The first Thursday of every month will be a chance to show your BU pride

Jan. 30, 2026 at 5:31pm

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Boston University is launching a new monthly Terrier Spirit Day, starting on February 5. On the first Thursday of every month, all students, faculty, staff, and alumni are encouraged to wear BU gear or colors to show their school pride. Those not on campus can participate by using BU-themed virtual backgrounds, mugs, and other accessories.

Why it matters

The new Terrier Spirit Days aim to foster a greater sense of community and belonging among the BU community, one of the key values outlined in the university's Living Our Values Initiative. The monthly celebrations provide an opportunity for all Terriers, past and present, to come together and celebrate their shared identity.

The details

Terrier Spirit Days will take place on the first Thursday of every month, with the inaugural event happening on February 5. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni are encouraged to wear BU gear or colors on these days. For those not on campus, there are other ways to participate, such as using BU-themed virtual backgrounds, mugs, and accessories. Faculty and staff have been provided with specific guidelines on how to participate, including how to do so if their job requires a standard uniform.

  • The first Terrier Spirit Day will be held on February 5, 2026.
  • Subsequent Terrier Spirit Days will be held on the first Thursday of every month, with the next one on March 5, 2026.

The players

Matthew Feliciano

BU Student Government president.

Melissa Gilliam

President of Boston University.

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What they’re saying

“For years, students on our campus have yearned for more belonging and BU identity. Something as simple as a spirit day reminds us that as we all embark on unique, complex journeys, we can always find strength and support in our peers.”

— Matthew Feliciano, BU Student Government president (bu.edu)

“I love to wear our colors to show how proud I am to be a member of this incredible community. And I'm excited for Terrier Spirit Days, because they provide our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends with a fun opportunity to celebrate who we are, here on campus, and around the globe.”

— Melissa Gilliam, President of Boston University (bu.edu)

What’s next

The next Terrier Spirit Day will be held on March 5, 2026.

The takeaway

The new Terrier Spirit Days at Boston University provide a monthly opportunity for the entire BU community, both on and off campus, to come together and celebrate their shared identity and pride in being Terriers. These events aim to foster a greater sense of belonging and community among students, faculty, staff, and alumni.