Summer Adventure Camp at Sargent Center
Featured 22 December 2005 to 17 January 2006
From canoeing to mountain biking, from backpacking to ropes courses, Adventure Camp at Boston University’s Sargent Center for Outdoor Education (SCOE) offers challenges and excitement for every camper! With over twenty-two programs during the summer months—spanning six, thirteen, and twenty days – campers can participate in all types of adventures. Adventures such as a six-day rock climbing expedition and a twenty-day Canadian canoeing trip are catered for specific age groups—ranging from ten to seventeen years old. Campers enjoy teambuilding and waterfront activities, delicious meals, and campfire circles at this 700-acre facility just two hours north of Boston.

Summer Term 2006
Featured 20 December 2005 to 17 January 2006
Every year, Boston University Summer Term offers over 600 courses to thousands of students and scholars from around the world. Summer Term 2006 will include a wide variety of graduate and undergraduate courses, recreational activities, and short-term intensive programs in specialized subjects. Details, including course descriptions, housing information, and schedules, are now available on the Summer Term website. Registration begins March 15, 2006.

Summer Term 2006 Dates:

• Summer 1: May 17-June 28
• Summer 2: July 5-August 15
• 12-Week Session: May 17-August 15

Center for Professional Education Open House
Featured 20 December 2005 to 12 January 2006
Boston University's Center for Professional Education invites you to learn about exciting certificate programs in the following professional areas: Fund Raising: February 8; Financial Planning: January 9 and 10. For times and locations, click on the link above, or call 1-800-BU-TRAIN (288-7246).

Information Session: Metropolitan College Graduate Programs
Featured 30 November 2005 to 11 January 2006
Metropolitan College, one of the seventeen degree granting bodies that make up Boston University, offers a wide range of graduate degrees and certificates in formats to meet the needs of today’s working professional. Programs are available in a variety of formats—part- and full-time, online, and in the evening—and in a number of convenient locations, including Tyngsboro, Boston, and at corporate sites. Attend the upcoming Information Session —we’ll help you determine which of our over 20 graduate degrees and 10 graduate certificates best meet your needs and interests: Thursday, December 1, 2005

Pocket MBA for Lawyers
Featured 30 November 2005 to 11 January 2006
No longer is it acceptable for lawyers to simply be a competent legal advisor. Instead they must understand the financial, operational, marketing and strategic elements of business. This unique, intense one-week program is the most time effective, cost effective way to gain the business skills lawyers need.

Community Service Center
Featured 22 November 2005 to 9 January 2006
The Community Service Center seeks to provide the Boston University community with opportunities to address the critical concerns of the Greater Boston community in a meaningful and mutually beneficial way. The opportunities provided serve as a vehicle for personal growth and leadership, while encouraging active and responsible membership in neighboring communities. The Community Service Center broadens the scope of the educational experience through service and reflection.

Boston University Information Center
Featured 22 November 2005 to 20 December 2005
Part of the Office of Campus Information & Visitor Relations, the Boston University Information Center answers general questions about the University via phone, email, live chat, and in person contacts.

7 Strategies to Jump Start Your Business
Featured 8 December 2005 to 20 December 2005
Trying to launch or grow your business? Join BU's School of Management for an online seminar on Dec 15, 2005 at 10 a.m. EST. The seminar will feature 7 proven strategies to empower your business. Participants will also learn about Boston University's online Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship, a unique opportunity to learn in-depth strategies from successful entrepreneurs who are faculty members at the School of Management. You can RSVP for the upcoming Webinar online.

Attend a Center for Professional Education Open House
Featured 22 November 2005 to 8 December 2005
Boston University's Center for Professional Education invites you to learn about exciting non-credit programs in the following professional areas: Professional Investigation: November 30 and December 6; Certified Management Accountant and Certified Financial Manager: December 5; Certificate in Paralegal Studies: December 7. For times and locations, see the CPE website, or call 1-800-BU-TRAIN (288-7246).

Office of Career Services
Featured 17 November to 30 November 2005
At the Office of Career Services, our mission is to support students through the career development process by helping them to focus on self-awareness and the broad array of career options. We welcome students at any level from all BU Schools and Colleges. Visit us at any point during your years at the University; some of the many things we can help you with include choosing a major, finding an internship, writing a resume, learning to interview, learning about career options, career-related self-assessment, meeting employers, and finding jobs.

Graduate Diploma in International Marketing
Featured 14 November to 30 November 2005
BU Global is now accepting applications for the Spring 2006 Graduate Diploma in International Marketing. The intensive, four-month diploma curriculum features hands-on learning opportunities through case studies, internship opportunities, and corporate site visits. Students will design global marketing strategies, analyze the global consumer market, and learning cutting-edge advertising and publicity techniques in preparation for successful careers in international marketing. International students may also be eligible to remain in the United States for up to one year to gain additional work experience through the Optional Practical Training program.

Studying Public Health in Boston
Featured 7 November 2005 to November 22 2005
Boston University School of Public Health and the Harvard School of Public Health are pleased to sponsor this program. Join us to learn more about public health, studying public health in Boston, and the admissions requirements and application process for each school. You will have an opportunity to hear from the admissions representatives and current students of both schools. Light refreshments will be served. You can register online for this event.

Seminars in Project Management
Featured 2 November 2005 to November 22 2005
Join Boston University faculty members for two lively, complimentary seminars addressing project management strategies and challenges. These seminars will serve as an introduction to the cutting-edge curriculum of BU Global's Graduate Certificate in Project Management, a unique four-month program that combines a rigorous academic experience with internship opportunities. Students from the U.S. and abroad are encouraged to attend. Register for the seminars online or by calling +1 617-353-8429.

Global Health Initiative at Boston University
Featured 24 October 2005 to November 22 2005
The Global Health Initiative at Boston University is designed to convey the mission and activities of this new multidisciplinary initiative, and to serve as a portal into Boston University's rich and diverse efforts to improve the health of populations around the globe. By building on the many existing faculty and program strengths at BU's Medical Campus, especially those based in the School of Public Health (BUSPH) and Center for International Health and Development (CIHD), and through new collaborative efforts between the Medical Campus and Charles River Campus, the GHI is fostering an integrative approach to the University's research, education, and outreach.

Boston University Information Center
Featured 25 October 2005 to 17 November 2005
Part of the Office of Campus Information & Visitor Relations, the Boston University Information Center answers general questions about the University via phone, email, live chat, and in person contacts.

Management and Information Technology Information Session
Featured 25 October 2005 to 18 November 2005
Attend Boston University Corporate Education Center's free information session and learn how BUCEC's unique business, project management and IT training programs can build up the professional skills that you and your organization will need to outlast the competition. The session will be held on Tuesday, November 1, 2005, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Boston University Corporate Education Center in Waltham, MA. Register online or by phone at 1-800-BU-TRAIN (288-7246).

Metropolitan College Undergraduate Programs Information Session
Featured 18 October 2005 to 14 November 2005
Metropolitan College offers undergraduate degree and certificate programs, as well as individual courses. We aim to serve the student who needs a more creative setting, whether that means part-time study, evening classes, or convenient locations. Many students in MET programs are working professionals who pursue their degrees in the evening at our campuses in Boston and Braintree. MET undergraduate programs are through part-time study, and in some cases, in accelerated and online formats. Attend an upcoming Information Session and we'll help you determine which of our over 20 undergraduate degree and certificate programs best suits your needs and interests.

Corporate and Foundation Relations
Featured 6 October 2005 to 7 November 2005
Website of the Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations, an integral component of Boston University's Office of University Development and Alumni Relations, which manages the University's relationships with corporate and foundation funders.

Programs in Clinical Trials Management
Featured 11 October 2005 to 2 November 2005
Boston University's Center for Professional Education offers seminars that address a variety of topics in clinical trials management and provide critical information about each level of the clinical trial process. Seminars are taught by faculty from the BU School of Medicine, the BU School of Public Health, and professionals from private industry. These seminars are ideal for a wide range of individuals, including: clinical research associates, registered nurses, those interested in entering the clinical trials field, and researchers who wish to advance their knowledge of trial development and management. The Center for Professional Education (CPE) offers short-term, high quality non-credit programs specifically designed to empower you for today's economy.

Graduate Diploma in Banking and Financial Services
Featured 6 October 2005 to 25 October 2005
BU Global is now accepting applications for the spring 2006 Graduate Diploma in Banking and Financial Services. The diploma curriculum features hands-on learning opportunities through case studies, internship opportunities, and corporate site visits. Upon completion of this intensive four-month program, students will gain greater exposure to the financial services industry than most M.B.A. graduates. International students may also be eligible to remain in the U.S. for up to one year to gain additional work experience through Optional Practical Training.

Sensor Networks: What's Real and What Lies Ahead
Featured 2 October 2005 to 25 October 2005
Sponsored by the Sensor Network Consortium of Boston University, this workshop will bring together academic, industry and venture capital leaders of the sensor network community to present case studies and discuss technology trends. This event is part of the Emerging Technolgoies and Best Practices Seminar Series of the College of Engineering.

Dual-Degree Program in Social Work and Public Health
Featured 23 September 2005 to 24 October 2005
Boston University School of Social Work announces the launch of a new site featuring its dual-degree program in Social Work and Public Health. The site offers information on the program for prospective and current students, alumni, and others interested in public health social work. The site is being launched in conjunction with the 25th Anniversary of the MSW/MPH Program, and our upcoming national conference, "Public Health Social Work in the 21st Century," to be held at Boston University on May 19, 2006.

New Boston University Campus in Brussels
Featured 13 September 2005 to 24 October 2005
Boston University in Brussels announces that it has opened its doors at new facilities at 174 Boulevard du Triomphe. The new location reflects the tradition of excellence that distinguishes Boston University in Brussels as a world-class institution of learning. Students will enjoy state-of-the art classrooms, wireless Internet access, and ample common space for study. The facilities also feature executive meeting spaces, and convenient access by car and public transportation. For over 35 years, Boston University in Brussels has fostered a commitment to providing outstanding graduate education in international business by offering programs in topics such as international marketing and project management to working professionals in the center of European commerce and culture. Enrollments accepted year-round.

Boston University Information Center
Featured 13 September 2005 to 24 October 2005
Part of the Office of Campus Information & Visitor Relations, the BU Info Center answers general questions about the University via phone, email, live chat, and in person contacts.

Fall Activities at Sargent Center
Featured 13 September 2005 to 11 October 2005
Boston University's Sargent Center for Outdoor Education (SCOE) invites you to enjoy autumn in New Hampshire. Fall Family Camp, which features campfires, scarecrow building, canoeing, and hiking, will take place over Columbus Day weekend, October 7-10. In addition, our staff is currently scheduling retreats for student organizations throughout the fall and winter months—we can help you and your group plan a weekend full of teambuilding, leadership development, and fun. Guests at Sargent Center enjoy comfortable lodging, delicious meals, and beautiful scenery—just two hours north of Boston.

Online Seminar: 7 Strategies to Jump Start Your Business
Featured 28 September 2005 to 6 October 2005
Trying to launch or grow your business? Join BU's School of Management for an online seminar on Oct 6, 2005 at 10 a.m. EDT. The seminar will feature 7 proven strategies to empower your business. Participants will also learn about Boston University's online Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship, a unique opportunity to learn in-depth strategies from successful entrepreneurs who are faculty members at the School of Management. You can RSVP for the upcoming Webinar online.

Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at BU
Featured 9 September 2005 to 3 October 2005
The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GRS) is committed to the advancement of knowledge through research, scholarship, and publication, and the preparation of future researchers, scholars, and college and university teachers. The School offers a broad range of M.A. and Ph.D. programs in nearly 50 fields of the humanities, natural and social sciences, computer and mathematical sciences, theology, and music.

Boston University Online Programs
Featured 21 September 2005 to 28 September 2005
Boston University Online announces the launch of a new site with enhanced information about opportunities for online learning at Boston University. Boston University Online offers a wide range of accredited courses, degrees, and certificates that are available to students who seek to learn at a distance.

Commencement 2005 Webcasts
Featured 10 August 2005 to 21 September 2005
View the full-length archived Webcasts of the the 2005 All-University Commencement and School of Education Convocation. Requires the free RealPlayer.

Faculty Handbook
Featured 10 August 2005 to 21 September 2005
The Faculty Handbook contains information about all aspects of Boston University, including historical documents, charters, bylaws, and other legal documents, as well as information about the administrative and academic organization of the University and its Schools and Colleges.

Management and IT Training Information Session
Featured 7 September 2005 to 19 September 2005
Attend this free information session and find out how Boston University's unique management and IT training programs can accelerate the growth of your career and your business. The seminar will be held on September 21, 2005 from 6pm - 9pm at the Boston University Corporate Education Center, 1050 Winter Street, Suite 1400 in Waltham. Please join us for this free event, and find out how to stay in demand. This event is free, but space is limited. You can register online, or call us at 1-800-BU-TRAIN (288-7246).

Virtual Gastronomy: Culture and Cuisine of France Online
Featured 2 September 2005 to 13 September 2005
Follow the evolution and history of French culinary culture from the Old Regime, through the French Revolution and the rise of the restaurant, to its role in nationalism today taught by Boston University's distinguished gastronomy faculty members Kyri Claflin and Jacques Pépin. This online learning experience features interactive lectures and online discussions, audio and video clips, films, readings and more. This seven-week course begins October 31, and those who wish to further their study can apply credits earned in this course toward the Master of Liberal Arts in Gastronomy. For more information about the course and registration procedures, please visit Distance Education.

Center for Excellence in Teaching
Featured 29 July 2005 to 13 September 2005
The Student Activities Office promotes a vibrant and dynamic campus life through the coordination of year-round events and the advisement of more than 400 student organizations. The new website features an events calendar, profiles of upcoming programs, a list of registered student organizations, resources for organizations and advisors, and an archive of Student Activities Office newsletters.

BU Linux 4.5 Server Edition
Featured 18 July 2005 to 13 September 2005
The first server-specific release of BU Linux is now available. The companion to this spring's BU Linux 4.5 (Velouria) desktop Linux release, BU Linux 4.5 Server Edition (Zodiac) is now available for download. This modern, robust, and full-featured server platform is an ideal choice for departmental server systems at BU, and will be supported through August, 2010.

Corporate and Professional Programs Course Catalog
Featured 28 July 2005 to 7 September 2005
Boston University has launched several new business, technology and professional seminar and certificate programs in its latest Corporate and Professional Programs Catalog. Boston University Corporate Education Center (BUCEC) provides award-winning training for project managers, IT professionals, business line managers and corporate leaders. The Center for Professional Education (CPE) delivers certificate programs in a number of professional vocations. Check out our most popular and newest classroom and on-line programs to further your career advancement in many exciting corporate and professional fields.

Study Computer Science Part-Time
Featured 23 August 2005 to 2 September 2005
Metropolitan College offers part-time graduate degrees in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, and Telecommunication. Each degree offers the option for specialization in information security. In addition, MET's Computer Science programs are certified by the National Security Agency for academic excellence. Learn more at an information session on Wednesday, August 24, 6 p.m., 808 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 123.

Information Session for Part-Time M.S. in Advertising
Featured 14 August 2005 to 23 August 2005
Together, Metropolitan College and the College of Communication (COM) offer a Master of Science in Advertising program delivered exclusively on a part-time, evening basis for the motivated, working professional. Advertising courses are taught by COM faculty with accomplished backgrounds as creative directors, media planners, agency principals, advertising managers, and political media consultants. Learn more at a free Information Session on Thursday, August 18, from 5:30-7 p.m., at the George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue.

Study Business Part-Time
Featured 10 August 2005 to 16 August 2005
The Master of Science in Administrative Studies (M.S.A.S.) at Metropolitan College offers cutting-edge specializations in some of the most exciting areas of business today. The M.S.A.S. offers students a focused approach to business management, with five areas of specialization. To learn more about the M.S.A.S., attend the Information Session Wednesday, August 17, 6 p.m., 755 Commonwealth Avenue, Room B-23.

Finish Your Bachelor's Degree in 20 Months
Featured 2 August 2005 to 10 August 2005
The Executive Bachelor's Degree Completion Program is uniquely designed for working professionals who seek to complete their bachelor's degree. The program, which meets during weekday evenings and on alternate Saturdays, is offered in Boston and Braintree, culminating in the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Management. If you have earned 65 or more college credits and have five years of progressive work experience, attend an information session on Tuesday, August 9 at 6 p.m. in the George Sherman Union, 755 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 325.

Alzheimer's Disease Center
Featured 20 June 2005 to 10 August 2005
The Alzheimer's Disease Center conducts and facilitates cutting-edge research, enhances clinical care for patients and their families, and provides education to both professional and lay audiences in the greater Boston area and beyond. This newly reorganized and expanded web site features a broad overview of ongoing research initiatives, an extensive list of affiliated faculty and staff, clinical care resources, job opportunity listings, and much more.

Code of Ethical Conduct
Featured 29 June to 10 August 2005
Boston University has established a hotline to provide a way to anonymously and confidentially report activities that may involve improper conduct or violations of University policies. The University has selected EthicsPoint to provide this service for the University community.

Orientation
Featured 17 May 200 to 2 Auguest 2005
Orientation for incoming students, parents, and siblings begins in June, and now is the time to start preparing. This site features extensive, detailed schedules of Orientation sessions in all University schools and colleges, as well as on-campus and off-campus housing information, lodging information, and other related links and resources.

Summer Term 2005
Featured 11 February 2005 to 2 August 2005
Every year, Boston University Summer Term offers over 500 courses to thousands of students and scholars from around the world. Summer Term 2005 will include a wide variety of graduate and undergraduate courses, recreational activities, and short-term intensive programs in specialized subjects. For course descriptions, housing information, and schedules, please visit the Summer Term site.

Earn Professional Financial Credentials
Featured 22 July 2005 to 2 August 2005
Boston University's Center for Professional Education (CPE) offers a range of programs for the current and aspiring financial professional. CPE's Financial Planning program provides students with up-to-date skills and best practices in their field. Upon successful completion, students receive a certificate from Boston University; they will also be prepared for examinations leading to professional certifications, including the Certified Financial Planning (CFP®) Certification Examination.

Student Activities Office
Featured 13 June 2005 to 1 August 2005
The Student Activities Office promotes a vibrant and dynamic campus life through the coordination of year-round events and the advisement of more than 400 student organizations. The new website features an events calendar, profiles of upcoming programs, a list of registered student organizations, resources for organizations and advisors, and an archive of Student Activities Office newsletters.

Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurial Management
Featured 18 July 2005
BU Global announces a new Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurial Management delivered by Boston University School of Management's prestigious Entrepreneurial Management Institute. Courses begin in fall 2005 for this rigorous four-month program focusing on the management of entrepreneurial and start-up companies. For a detailed program description and for application information, visit BU Global.

Graduate Diploma in International Marketing
Featured 6 July 2005 to 20 July 2005
BU Global is now accepting applications for the Fall 2005 Graduate Diploma in International Marketing. The intensive, four-month diploma curriculum features hands-on learning opportunities through case studies, internship opportunities, and corporate site visits. Students will design global marketing strategies, analyze the global consumer market, and learning cutting-edge advertising and publicity techniques in preparation for successful careers in international marketing. International students may also be eligible to remain in the U.S. for up to one year to gain additional work experience through Optional Practical Training.

Online Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management
Featured 27 June 2005 to 18 July 2005
Earn an online Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management and Organizational Continuity from Boston University in four months of study. This program addresses successful preparation for, and reaction to, interruptions in workplace continuity in both the private and public sector. Students will focus on human as well as operational factors, develop a system-wide continuity plan, and participate in emergency management simulations.

BU Linux 4.5
Featured 9 June 2005 to 12 July 2005
BU Linux 4.5 (Velouria) is now available! This desktop-oriented edition of BU Linux endeavors to track the leading edge of Linux development while still providing a stable computing platform suitable for daily use. Like all versions of BU Linux, it features an easy installation process, integration with the Boston University networking environment, and automated security updates.

Graduate Diploma in Banking and Financial Services
Featured 3 June 2005 to 6 July 2005
BU Global is now accepting applications for the fall 2005 Graduate Diploma in Banking and Financial Services. The diploma curriculum features hands-on learning opportunities through case studies, internship opportunities, and corporate site visits.

Online Graduate Certificate in Clinical Investigation
Featured 9 June to 27 June 2005
Boston University announces a new online Graduate Certificate in Clinical Investigation, to begin in the fall of 2005. This four-course program will study the molecular basis of biomedicine and its implications, biostatistics, good clinical practices, and the regulatory approval process for healthcare products. Upon completion, students will receive a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Investigation from the Boston University School of Medicine.

Online Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship
Featured 24 May 2005 to 20 June 2005
Boston University announces a new online Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship, to begin in the fall of 2005. This four-course program will provide the necessary tools for developing an effective business plan, calculating and analyzing finances and funding, and successfully starting, marketing, and managing new ventures. With the working professional in mind, two consecutive online courses will be offered each semester to allow completion in less than eight months. Upon finishing, students will receive a Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship from the Boston University School of Management.

Health Policy Research Program
Featured 29 April 2005 to 13 June 2005
The Health Policy Research (HPR) Program engages in research and evaluation activities intended to illuminate our understanding of health policy issues, and to develop and analyze strategic policy options for improving health care in the United States.

Leading the Brand Called You: Leadership Advancement Program for Women
Featured 4 May 2005 to 9 June 2005
Leadership advancement program for high potential women leaders looking to make the next steps in their career. A life-long learning program that will provide guidance, instruction, skill development, coaching/mentoring, and a relational network to help women in middle- and senior-level leadership positions move to a another level in their professional career path. This School of Management program includes three sessions that span over four months: June 5-7, August 21-23 and October 16-18.

Sea Kayaking Weekend: June 3rd-5th
Featured 27 May 2005 to 3 June 2005
Sargent Center invites Boston University employees and their families to New Hampshire for a weekend introduction to sea kayaking. There is still time to register for this exciting event, which takes place from June 3rd to the 5th. We'll provide everything you need for a weekend of fun and adventure. The price, $395 per kayaker of 16 years or older, covers kayak equipment, lodging, meals, and transportation to and from Boston.

Certificate in Professional Fund Raising
Featured 9 May 2005 to 24 May 2005
Boston University announces a new program in Professional Fund Raising. This twelve-week program meets during the evenings to accommodate the schedules of working adults. Students will learn from senior philanthropy officers with distinguished careers in development as they explore the key components of a comprehensive professional development program. The Certificate in Professional Fund Raising also serves as excellent preparation for the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) Exam. Courses begin June 1.

Reunion 2005
Featured 24 March 2005 to 24 May 2005
Reunion Weekend 2005 is from Friday,May 20th to Sunday, May 22nd, and we invite you back to campus to take part in all the fun. Get together with old friends and professors at your School or College events, tour the campus and the city of Boston to see how they have grown over the years, and celebrate with the rest of the Boston University community at University-wide events like the President's Breakfast, the 91st BU Night at the Pops, and the 14th annual Comedy Night, with laughs from alumni comedians. There will also be riverboat cruises, a Boston Harbor dinner cruise, and the wonderful spectacle of Boston University's 132nd Commencement. Come register for Reunion Weekend 2005 online.

Commencement 2005
Featured 17 March 2005 to 24 May 2005
The 132nd Commencement of Boston University will be held on Sunday, May 22, 2004, at 11:00 a.m. at Nickerson Field. This site has been prepared in an effort to anticipate as many questions as possible. As Commencement approaches, graduates and their parents will receive additional and more specific information. We welcome your inquiries as other questions arise; call 617-353-2238 or e-mail AskUs@bu.edu.

Sensor Network Consortium Meeting
Featured 21 April 2005 to 18 May 2005
Device and sensor networks, the epitome of a pervasive technology, are shaping many activities in our society with an endless array of potential applications. The Sensor Network Consortium is an industry and academic collaborative forum to drive research and development of sensor networks. To become a member and participate in the SNC programs, please contact Linda Grosser at 617-358-1295.

CAEC Spring Institute: Character, Courage, and Confidence Through Sport
Featured 20 April 2005 to 18 May 2005
Involvement in organized sports can have a deep, long-lasting impact on the character development of all participants. Coaches, teachers, and parents share the responsibility of making it a positive experience for young athletes, by helping them to succeed not only on the field or in the gym, but in life as well. This one-day workshop offers effective strategies for developing an athletic program grounded in commitment to character and performance excellence.

Florence & Chafetz Hillel House Dedication
Featured 4 to 17 May 2005
May 12, 2005 marks the date for the dedication and grand opening of The Florence & Chafetz Hillel House at Boston University. For the 4,500 Jewish students at Boston University, Hillel is the center of Jewish life. It is a place of study and reflection, of worship and celebration, of quiet conversation and lively parties, a place to visit with other students from throughout the University and also from Harvard, Brandeis, MIT, Northeastern, and other nearby colleges.

Certificate in Private Investigation
Featured 3 May 2005 to 6 May 2005
Boston University's Center for Professional Education (CPE) announces a new Certificate in Private Investigation. This eight-course, 14-week program is delivered on Saturdays to accommodate working professionals. The Certificate will be of interest to current investigators; professionals in related fields such as law, insurance, and collections; and career changers seeking to enter the field. Experienced, licensed private investigators will deliver a curriculum that covers the principles of investigation, from interviewing and surveillance to techniques for fraud and criminal investigation.

Study Hospitality and Tourism this Summer
Featured 21 April 2005 to 4 May 2005
Boston University offers a rigorous twelve-week Graduate Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Taught by School of Hospitality Administration faculty with invaluable industry experience, the curriculum is further enhanced with case studies, site visits, and guest lectures by top executives who provide a comprehensive, theoretical global perspective on the field. Internship opportunities and optional practical training are also available for program graduates. Applications are currently being accepted.

Sign up to tour the BU Experience
Featured 12 April 2005 to 3 May 2005
Sign up (login required) to tour the BU Experience, a one-of-a-kind multi-media presentation in a state-of-the-art theater located at 602 Commonwealth Avenue in the lower level of Morse Auditorium.

Finish Your Bachelor's Degree in 20 Months
Featured 7 April 2005 to 3 May 2005
The Executive Bachelor's Degree Completion Program is uniquely designed for working professionals who seek to complete their bachelors degree. The program, which meets during weekday evenings and on alternate Saturdays, is offered in Boston and Braintree, culminating in the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Management. If you have earned 65 or more college credits and have five years of progressive work experience, sign up for one of our many information sessions to determine if this program is ideal for you.

Emerging Technology Seminar
Featured 6 April 2005 to 2 May 2005
The Boston University Department of Manufacturing Engineering invites you to our next Emerging Technologies and Best Industry Practices Seminar, "Emerging Display Technologies" Friday, April 29, 2005. Speakers will share their expertise on a wide array of new types of displays, including Field Emission, Organic Light Emitting Diodes, Reflective, Flexible, and Projection. This event will be held at The Boston University School of Management Executive Leadership Center, 4th Floor, 595 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston. Online registration is available through our web site.

AlcoholScreening.org
Featured 30 March to 29 April 2005
AlcoholScreening.org is a free service of Join Together, a project of the Boston University School of Public Health. After answering 13 short questions, the user is presented with personalized feedback based on their answers. AlcoholScreening.org helps individuals assess their own alcohol consumption patterns to determine if their drinking is likely to be harming their health or increasing their risk for future harm.

Information Sessions for Part Time M.S. in Advertising
Featured 14 April 2005 to 20 April 2005
Metropolitan College and the College of Communication offer a joint M.S. in Advertising program delivered exclusively on a part-time, evening basis for the motivated, working professional. Those just beginning careers in the advertising industry, or those seeking to enter it, will be interested in this opportunity to accelerate career advancement by gaining expertise in the essentials of advertising as well as broad-based knowledge of international marketing, electronic commerce, mass communication, promotional strategy, and financial and managerial accounting. Advertising courses are taught by COM faculty with accomplished backgrounds as creative directors, media planners, agency principals, advertising managers, and political media consultants.

CAEC Spring Institute: Educating Mind and Heart: Theory and Practice of Character
Featured 6 April 2005 to 19 April 2005
Guided by the teachings of great philosophers, participants will gain a deeper understanding of our schools' most important mission, i.e., to help students develop virtues -- good habits and dispositions that lead to wise and responsible choices. Discover why character education is more than a single course, a quick-fix program or slogans posted on a bulletin board. Learn how you can mine sources of wisdom to engage students in lively discourse and active learning.

Adolescent Traumatic Stress and Substance Abuse Treatment Center
Featured 7 April 2005 to 14 April 2005
The Adolescent Traumatic Stress and Substance Abuse Treatment Center located at Boston University aims to improve the standard of care for adolescents with co-morbid traumatic stress and substance use through identifying and developing treatment and service approaches for this under served population as well as through public education, collaboration, and dissemination efforts at the local and national level.

Marsh Chapel
Featured 1 April 2005 to 14 April 2005
Marsh Chapel sits in the heart of campus and is the spiritual center of the University, home to the University chaplains, and home to an ecumenical and widely diverse community which gathers for worship and study. This web site has been completely reorganized and redesigned, featuring a history of Marsh Chapel, information on religious services, religious life at the University, chapel facilities, chaplains, staff, and much more.

Office of Technology Development
Featured 1 April 2005 to 12 April 2005
Formerly the Community Technology Fund, the Office of Technology Development provides both venture capital and access to Boston University's scientific and technical resources for promising companies. This new site features portfolios of companies using BU-developed technologies and a wealth of helpful resources for faculty, venture capitalists, researchers and entrepreneurs. The site also features a searchable database of technologies available for licensing.

Paralegal Certificate in Providence
Featured 30 March 2005 to 12 April 2005
Boston University's Center for Professional Education (CPE) announces a successful start to its new Paralegal Certificate Program at Providence College, offered for the first time in spring 2005. The 14-week program features Saturday classes that are designed to accommodate the working adult. The Paralegal Certificate is ideal for recent college graduates, those considering law school, and mid-career changers looking for a fresh start. CPE anticipates offering the Paralegal Certificate Program at Providence College again in the fall. Those interested are encouraged to learn more by visiting the CPE website or by calling 617-353-4497. The Center for Professional Education offers short-term, high quality non-credit programs specifically designed to empower you for today's economy.

The LINKS
Featured 1 September 2004 to 5 April 2005
Direct access to all of the Link applications developed for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and BU business partners.

New Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurial Management
Featured 21 March 2005 to 6 April 2005
BU Global announces a new Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurial Management delivered by Boston University School of Management's prestigious Entrepreneurial Management Institute. Courses begin in fall 2005 for this rigorous four-month program focusing on the management of entrepreneurial and start-up companies. For a detailed program description and for application information, visit BU Global's website.

Summer Institute in International Health
Featured 16 March 2005 to March 30 2005
The Department of International Health is proud to announce its new Summer Institute in International Health, which provides intensive, practical training for seasoned and emerging public health professionals, working to improve health in low and middle income countries. Built on 25 years of training health professionals from all over the globe, the Summer Institute offers unique month-long programs in June, July and August, on critical international health and development issues. Learn more about "Practical Trainings that Improve Lives World-wide".

Expanded Calendars Site
Featured 28 February 2005 to 30 March 2005
Calendars has been redesigned and expanded as its own site, no longer buried in the Search/Index family of sites. Calendars now provides quicker access to more information, including schedule and deadline information for Events, Academics (new), Housing, Athletics (redesigned), Holidays (revised), and Admissions and Financial Aid (new), along with prominent links to Agganis Arena events and the International Travel Schedule.

Spring Meeting of the Faculty Assembly
Featured 21 March 2005 to 24 March 2005
The spring meeting of the Boston University Faculty Assembly will be held on Wednesday, March 23, 2005 at 3:00 p.m. in the Law School Auditorium at 765 Commonwealth Avenue. The meeting is open only to faculty. This meeting will be broadcast (real-time, remote) to MED Campus, Hiebert Lounge, Medical School, for those on the MED campus unable to attend at the LAW School site. Call 353-2135 for more information.

Email Virus Threat - Zip Attachments Blocked
Featured 24 February 2005 to 21 March 2005
A new variant of the MyDoom virus appeared on Wednesday, February 16th. Boston University has begun blocking Zip file attachments to email as new variants appear.

Presidential Search
Featured 11 February 2005 to March 17 2005
The new Presidential Search web site is for members of the Boston University community and public-at-large who are interested in the search for the University's new president. This site gives people the opportunity to share their search-related comments and suggestions with the search committee, as well as provides related information about the ongoing search process.

Boston University in Brussels
Featured 15 February 2005 to March 17 2005
Boston University in Brussels announces the launch of a new website with enhanced information about opportunities for the study of international business in Brussels, the center of global finance and industry and the home of the European Union. For over thirty years, Boston University in Brussels has offered the very best of American business education in the heart of Europe. For details on degree and certificate programs and further information about studying in Brussels, please visit the BU In Brussels site.

BU Global Hospitality & Tourism Info Session
Featured 10 March 2005 to 16 March 2005
An information session will be held on Tuesday, March 15 for the BU Global Graduate Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management. This program is taught by School of Hospitality faculty who have invaluable industry-related experience. Through case studies, site visits, and guest lectures, the program provides a comprehensive and global perspective to Hospitality and Tourism Management.

Perkins Award Nominations
Featured 24 February 2005 to February 28 2005
Call for nominations for the 2005 John S. Perkins Distinguished Service Awards of the Faculty Council. Nominations may be made on-line. Deadline for nominations is Friday, February 25, 2005.

The Management of Variability Program
Featured 18 January 2005 through 24 February 2005
The Management of Variability Program (MVP) develops, tests, and evaluates methods for reducing variability in health care delivery processes. Dedicated to improving the quality of health care through research and consultation, this newly launched site highlights the results of their research and provides a way to employ their expertise through consultation or training.

Student Employee of the Year Award Nomination Form
Featured 4 February 2005 through 15 February 2005
The Student Employment Office is currently accepting nominations from supervisors for Student Employee of the Year. This award seeks to acknowledge the student whose performance is exceptional. The student selected as Boston University's Student Employee of the Year will be presented with a $500 savings bond and a recognition plaque. Two Outstanding Service Awardees will receive $100 Savings Bonds and recognition certificates. These three, along with their supervisors, will be honored at a luncheon in April.

The Boston University Shuttle (The BUS)
Featured 14 January 2005 through 15 February 2005
Traveling between Boston University’s Charles River and Medical Campuses is now easier than ever thanks to the enhanced Boston University Shuttle (The BUS) service. To better meet your needs, we have extended the daily operating hours, increased the schedule frequency, and added service during the summer months. The Shuttle makes it a snap for the BU community to access the many resources, programs, and activities available throughout the University—and it’s free. Catch The BUS today!

Commencement 2005
Featured 16 December 2004 through 15 February 2005
The 132st Commencement of Boston University will be held on Sunday, May 22, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. at Nickerson Field. This site has been prepared in an effort to anticipate as many questions as possible. As Commencement approaches, graduates and their parents will receive additional and more specific information. We welcome your inquiries as other questions arise; call 617-353-2238 or e-mail AskUs@bu.edu.

Campus Television System
Featured 6 January 2005 through 11 February 2005
The Office of Telecommunications introduces its new Campus Television System, providing exceptional television service to the Boston University community. The BUTV System is a direct broadcast satellite system offering a selection of networks and programming customized for the campus. The comprehensive lineup of 98 channels includes entertainment, news, and many international stations.

Summer Term 2005
Featured 15 December 2004 through 4 February 2005
Every year, Boston University Summer Term offers over 500 courses to thousands of students and scholars from around the world. Summer Term 2005 will include a wide variety of graduate and undergraduate courses, recreational activities, and short-term intensive programs in specialized subjects. Visit the web site for course descriptions, housing information, schedules, and more. Registration for Summer Term begins March 16, 2005.

The Call to Our Conscience
Featured 12 January 2005 through 17 January 2005
The Dean of Students cordially invites you to the 20th Annual Commemoration of the Legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The commemoration will be held at noon on Monday, January 17, 2005 in Metcalf Hall of the George Sherman Union. The commemoration will also be webcast. The featured speaker will be Elaine R. Jones, Esq., retired president and director-counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund.

Part-time Master of Science in Advertising
Featured 10 January 2005 to 14 January 2005
An information session will be held on Thursday, January 13 for the part-time Master of Science in Advertising. In conjunction with the College of Communication, Metropolitan College offers professional training in the evening taught by COM faculty whose backgrounds include extensive experience in the advertising field. The information session will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 775 Commonwealth Avenue in the Academy Room of the George Sherman Union. For free parking call 617-353-2975.

New Online Program in Emergency Management
Featured 22 November 2004 through 17 January 2005
Boston University introduces the Online Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management and Organizational Continuity. This program addresses successful preparation for, and reaction to, interruptions in workplace continuity in both the private and public sector. Students will focus on human as well as operational factors, develop a system-wide continuity plan, and participate in emergency management simulations.

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