Category: Faculty

Prof. Jennifer Gomez stands on a street corner

Prof. Gómez Shares Expertise and Guidance at Intersectionality Training Institute

Recently, Associate Professor Jennifer M. Gómez from Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW), was a guest at the Intersectionality Training Institute’s Intersectionality Research Salon to speak on two areas of her expertise: cultural betrayal trauma theory, dreamstorming, plus her career trajectory.  Prof. Gómez’s research gives voice and legitimacy to experiences that are often silenced […]

Three BUSSW research award winners at reception.

BU Today: BUSSW Faculty and Dean Honored with Research Awards

In a recent annual event, four faculty from Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) were recognized for their outstanding research.   The Recognizing Excellence in Teaching, Research, and Scholarship Reception honors BU faculty members who receive distinguished national and international awards that highlight the impact of BUSSW’s scholarly community and the University’s commitment to […]

Mature man talking in a megaphone during a protest in the street

BUSSW Lecturer Cristina Brinkerhoff Testifies on Behalf of the Safe Communities Act

Cristina Brinkerhoff, lecturer at Boston University’s School of Social Work (BUSSW), testifies on Nov. 25 in Massachusetts on behalf of the Safe Communities Act (S.1681) (Sens. Eldridge and Miranda), H.2580 (Reps. Cruz and Sousa).  The Safe Communities Act is focused on limiting local law enforcement involvement in federal immigration enforcement. By preventing local police from acting […]