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Bias/AI

Can the Bias in Algorithms Help Us See Our Own?

New research by Questrom’s Carey Morewedge shows that people recognize more of their biases in algorithms’ decisions than they do in their own—even when those decisions are the same

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Red Sox Home Opener: Vermont Air National Guard Fighter Wing Flyover

The 20th anniversary of the Red Sox 2004 Championship Team was celebrated at Fenway Park during pregame ceremonies before the team’s home opener on April 9. In addition to marking the milestone anniversary, the ceremony included a special tribute honoring the life, legacy, and community impact of Red Sox Hall of Famer Tim Wakefield and his wife, Stacy. The afternoon included a Vermont Air National Guard 158FW (Fighter Wing) Unit flyover over the city. A private viewing party for the flyover was held at the Center for Computing & Data Sciences for CDS faculty.

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Immigration

Do Immigrants and Immigration Help the Economy?

With immigration dominating politics and voter concerns, BU economist’s research shows immigration boosts local wages and that having neighbors of foreign descent can reduce prejudice

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When Robots Deliver the News


A Q&A With Sejin Paik (’24) on the growing role of—and concern with—AI- and algorithm-driven journalism

Alumni Spotlight: Julianne Moore (CFA’83)

Watch as College of Fine Arts student Mairéad O’Neill explains Julianne Moore (CFA’83)’s journey from Terrier to stardom. From her days as a Boston University student to her iconic roles on the big screen, Julianne’s journey is nothing short of remarkable.

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BU’s Earth Day Celebrations

Learn how to better protect our planet every day with a series of events hosted by BU Sustainability

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Measles

How Worried Should We Be about US Measles Outbreaks?

Cases of the highly contagious viral disease have already surpassed those of last year. We ask a BU infectious diseases expert about symptoms, prevention, and how concerning the latest numbers are

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