June 2008
Alumni News
Nap Time, Writing Time
These fiction-writing alums have produced three books and one baby in two years. Read More
Shroom to Grow
Aron Ponticello (GSM'99) wants to do for truffles what Mondavi did for wine. Read More
3,700 Miles, 330 Days, 100 Pounds of Gear
David Nghiem (ENG’00) biked a continent and lived to tell. Read More
Au Revoir to International Students
Alums from across the globe are encouraged to stay connected with BU. Read More
The Difference a Dollar Can Make
Gary Ford (LAW’77) works to end world poverty, one small loan at a time. Read More
Boston University News
Big Donor Backing for a Breakthrough Scientist
Video: Jim Collins becomes BU’s first Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator. Read More
Stellar Lacrosse Season Ends at NCAA Quarterfinals
Terriers set a BU record for victories. Read More
Don't Panic
Intensive treatment for adolescent panic disorder shows encouraging results. Read More
Three 2008 Grads Get a Boost from CFA
SLIDE SHOW: Kahn Awards provide $10K for launching artistic careers. Read More
BU Honors Three for Teaching Excellence
AUDIO: Adair, Kline, Kull receive Metcalf Awards at Commencement. Read More
Cockroaches May Unlock Asthma Answers
VIDEO: New findings lead to a push for improved conditions in public housing. Read More
BUniverse
New to the site, Noam Chomsky lectures on modern-day American imperialism. Visit BUniverse to catch up on the all the latest lectures and performances from campus. Read More
Did You Know?
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is a hit in U.S. theaters, and it’s given BU a little good buzz, too. In the last several weeks, the University and some of its professors have appeared in the publicity surrounding the film. Read More
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