{"id":8568,"date":"2022-07-17T23:06:55","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T03:06:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/?page_id=8568"},"modified":"2026-06-18T12:38:40","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T16:38:40","slug":"graduate-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/students\/graduate-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Graduate Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Welcome to CFA!<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Old School, but<span>\u00a0<\/span><em>not<\/em><span>\u00a0<\/span>old-school.\u00a0<\/strong>CFA has played a major role in Boston\u2019s cultural community for a long time. In fact, CFA is one of the reasons Boston is known as a premier cultural city in America. Our student and faculty artists and scholars have always been at the center of the action here. As a member of our community, you are now part of this history. But we didn\u2019t get here by being stuck to old ways and beliefs. We\u2019re striving to be more inclusive, innovative, future-directed, and ready for your energy and new ideas.<\/p>\n<p>The information below outlines resources for CFA&#8217;s on-campus graduate students. Graduate students in CFA&#8217;s online programs can find additional resources <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/students\/online-student-resources\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Information for incoming Fall 2026 Graduate Students<\/h3>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">CFA To-Do List<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>Things to do if you haven&#8217;t already&#8230;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>BU Account. <\/strong>Please set up your BU email and Kerberos Password. You will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to do this.\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/support\/check-email\/\">Check your BU Email<\/a><strong> regularly<\/strong>. From now until classes begin in September, you may receive important information to both your personal account and your BU account.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/bu.edu\/myidentity\"><strong>Update Personal Information<\/strong><\/a> for University systems.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Financial Aid. <\/strong>Do you have questions about financial aid, tuition, or applying for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/admissions\/graduate\/graduate-financial-aid\/financial-assistance\/graduate-loans-work-study\/\">Federal Student loans<\/a>\u00a0to supplement your budget? For more information, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/admissions\/graduate\/graduate-financial-aid\/financial-assistance\/\">Financial Aid website<\/a>, or contact <a href=\"mailto:artaid@bu.edu\">artaid@bu.edu<\/a>.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/admissions\/graduate\/graduate-financial-aid\/financial-assistance\/\"><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>Enrolling students for Fall 2026 please complete the 26-27 academic year <a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/apply-for-aid\/fafsa\">FAFSA<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><span>If you are enrolling in the MA in Art Education with Licensure, please complete the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/apply-for-aid\/fafsa\">FAFSA<\/a><span>\u00a0for\u00a0<\/span><strong>both<\/strong><span> the current academic year (25-26) <\/span><strong>and<\/strong><span> the upcoming academic year (26-27).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Registration. <\/strong>\u00a0Your school will be in touch with information on setting up an advising appointment with a faculty member to discuss Fall Registration prior to June 15. Once you have met with your advisor, please follow these instructions:\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>Log into the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/student.bu.edu\/MyBU\/\" data-outlook-id=\"2ee1b4e7-0a14-428f-ab51-4eb763df5885\">MyBU Student Portal<\/a>\u00a0using your BU username and Kerberos password. Then complete the Duo two-step verification.<\/li>\n<li>Click\u00a0<em>My Academics<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Click\u00a0<em> Fall Class Search<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Click\u00a0<em>Enrollment<\/em>\u00a0on the left-hand side<\/li>\n<li>Click\u00a0<em>Schedule Builder<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Click <em>Expand Filters<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Underneath the Course Selection header, select the\u00a0<em>Subject (<\/em>e.g. CFA MT \u2013 Music Theory) and\u00a0<em>Catalogue Number\u00a0<\/em>(e.g. 600 \u2013 Analytical Techniques) of your first desired course.<\/li>\n<li>Read the course description to make sure this is your desired course. If it is, click\u00a0<em>Add Course.\u00a0<\/em>The course is now in your Schedule Builder and will be listed below your search.<\/li>\n<li>Now it\u2019s time to pick your exact section(s) of this course. Next to the course you just added, choose\u00a0<em>Select Sections<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>To add more courses, select\u00a0<em>Expand Filters<\/em>. Then,\u00a0<em>Reset Filters<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Follow steps 6-8 to add other courses to your Schedule Builder.<\/li>\n<li>Be sure to click\u00a0<em>Save.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have your preferred schedule, you can select favorites in the top right corner. Click\u00a0<em>view<\/em>. You will now be able to review your preferred schedule. When ready, click\u00a0<em><strong>enroll<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>International Students. <\/strong>Please upload all required documents to the applicant gateway for your immigration documents <em>as directed in a separate email<\/em>.\n<ul>\n<li>We also invite you to sign up for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/globalprograms\/engage\/first-class\/\"><strong>BU First Class<\/strong><\/a>, an optional, free, online noncredit pre-arrival course designed to prepare incoming international students for the transition to BU and the American classroom. To experience the course, follow the instructions on the bottom of this page: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/globalprograms\/engage\/first-class\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/globalprograms\/engage\/first-class\/<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/celop\/academics\/programs\/pre-graduate-studies\/\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Send official transcripts. <\/strong>Please have them sent directly from your college\/university to <a href=\"mailto:arts@bu.edu\"><em>arts@bu.edu<\/em><\/a>.\n<ul>\n<li>Please be sure to send to that specific email address, do not choose Boston University out of a list, rather choose \u201cnot in list\u201d or \u201csend to third party\u201d to ensure they are sent to the correct place.<\/li>\n<li><span>Upon Matriculation, official final transcripts must be received in order to continue enrollment in any CFA program. If not received, students will be reviewed for dismissal.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Health History.<\/strong>\u00a0Please visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/getting-started\/incoming-health-requirements\/\">Incoming Student Health Requirements Guide<\/a> to comply with BU health documentation requirements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Student Health Insurance Plan.<\/strong> For details on student health plan options and waivers, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/studentaccountingservices\/resources\/student-health-insurance-at-boston-university\/\">BU Student Accounting Services<\/a>. New students are automatically enrolled in the BU Basic Student Health Insurance Plan (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/getting-started\/student-health-insurance-plan\/\">SHIP<\/a>), fees apply.\n<ul>\n<li>Options to waive, change plans, or purchase health insurance will appear on the MyBU Student Portal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>BU ID\/Terrier Cards.<\/strong> This is your student identification card, which will be used throughout your time at BU. It allows you swipe access to things like practice rooms, studio spaces, the gym, libraries, and assorted buildings throughout campus.\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/housing\/terrier-card-photo-upload\/\">Upload your photo<\/a> no later than August 1, 2026 to ensure you have it for the start of classes.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fall MBTA Student Semester Pass.<\/strong> Students can get a discounted bus\/train pass to ride the public transit system (known as the T).\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/parking\/permits-passes\/student-permits\/mbta-student-semester-pass\/\">Apply for a semester T pass<\/a> by 4pm ET, August 10, 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>more details will be sent to your email soon<\/em><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Graduate Orientation<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>CFA-wide Graduate Orientation Schedule<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tuesday, September 1, 2026<\/strong><br \/>\nAll orientation events are optional, but highly recommended.<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>SCHOOL OF MUSIC<br \/>\n<\/b><b>9-9:30am: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SOM breakfast, check-in, swag pickup (Commonwealth Gallery, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>9:30-10:30am:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> SOM orientation (CFA Concert Hall, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>10:30am-12pm<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: graduate CFA-wide orientation (CFA Concert Hall, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>12-1:15pm: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graduate CFA-wide lunch (CFA Student Lounge, 855 Comm Ave)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>SCHOOL OF VISUAL ARTS<br \/>\n<\/b><b>8:30-9:15am:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Graphic Design desk selection (GD Studios, 4th floor, 808 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>9:15-9:45am: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SVA breakfast, check-in, swag pickup (Commonwealth Gallery, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>9:45-10:15am: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SVA-wide orientation (Room 500, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>10:30am-12pm:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> graduate CFA-wide orientation (CFA Concert Hall, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>12-1:15pm:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> graduate CFA-wide lunch (CFA Student Lounge, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>1:30-3pm: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MFA PMP Department orientation (5th Floor Photo Area, 808 Comm Ave)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>1:30-3pm:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> MFA Painting Department orientation (Room 338, 808 Comm Ave)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>1:30-3pm: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MFA Sculpture Department orientation (Sculpture Spaces, 3rd floor, 808 Comm Ave)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>1:30-3pm: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MFA Visual Narrative Department orientation (VN Spaces, 3rd floor, 808 Comm Ave)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>SCHOOL OF THEATRE<br \/>\n<\/b><b>9:45-10:30am:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> SOT breakfast, check-in, swag pickup (Commonwealth Gallery, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>10:30am-12pm: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graduate CFA-wide orientation (CFA Concert Hall, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>12-1:15pm: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grad CFA-wide lunch (CFA Student Lounge, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>1:30-2pm: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SOT meet &amp; greet (Studio ONE, Room 104, 855 Comm Ave)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>2-3:30pm:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> SOT graduate orientation\/tour (855 Comm Ave &amp; 820 Comm Ave)<\/span><\/p>\n<p>First day of classes is <strong>Wednesday, September 2, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Pathway to Grad Student Success Summer Series<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>Get a jumpstart on your next term and set yourself up for success as a grad student! The sessions have been designed for the convenience of grad students \u2013 small time commitment, big impact.<\/p>\n<p>These events are open to<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>all graduate and professional students<\/strong>, both new students and continuing students.<span>\u00a0<\/span><em>Please note that registration is required to access the Zoom links.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Academic Support<\/h3>\n<table width=\"850\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"200\">Thursday, July 30<br \/>\n12pm-1pm<\/td>\n<td width=\"516\"><strong>GenAI + Research<br \/>\n<\/strong>Generative AI can be a powerful assistant to your research when used conscientiously and effectively. In this workshop, we\u2019ll discuss practical ways to make the best use of AI without compromising academic integrity or your intellectual value.<br \/>\n<em>Hosted by the Educational Resource Center.<br \/>\n<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/DMUz9TnKR_i1DOY6XV4pwA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register here.<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"200\">Tuesday, August 11<br \/>\n12pm-1pm<\/td>\n<td width=\"516\"><strong>Writing at the Graduate Level<br \/>\n<\/strong>Are you feeling unsure about how to meet expectations for graduate writing \u2014 or uncertain about what those expectations even entail? Are you feeling intimidated about adjusting to graduate-level writing? This workshop discusses and demystifies key elements of academic writing for graduate students, so that you can feel prepared to navigate this genre successfully!<br \/>\n<em>Hosted by the Educational Resource Center.<br \/>\n<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/k0o21NO2RJeYZBCOc-bQow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register here.<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"200\">Thursday, August 20<br \/>\n12pm-1pm<\/td>\n<td width=\"516\"><strong>Finding Your Voice<br \/>\n<\/strong>Academic writing\u00a0doesn\u2019t\u00a0have to mean erasing yourself from the page!\u00a0In this workshop,\u00a0we\u2019ll\u00a0explore how voice\u00a0emerges\u00a0through the choices you make \u2013 sentence rhythm, structure, tone, and so on \u2013 and how developing your distinct approach can make writing feel less like a chore and more like intellectual craft. Whether\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0drafting your first seminar paper or deep into your dissertation, join us to reconnect with what makes writing engaging for you and your readers.<br \/>\n<em>Hosted by the Educational Resource Center.<br \/>\n<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/sn6pHGB_TKuAabZ3qkUIDg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register here.<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Graduate Student Wellbeing<\/h3>\n<table width=\"850\" height=\"1285\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"200\">Tuesday, July 14<br \/>\n7pm-8pm<\/td>\n<td width=\"486\"><strong>First-Gen Graduate Student Panel<br \/>\n<\/strong>Log on with the<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/newbury-center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Newbury Center<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>for a First-Gen Graduate Student Panel!\u00a0 Join our first-gen graduate student leaders for a conversation about academics, student life, and finding your first-gen community here at BU! This event is open to all current and incoming first-gen graduate\/professional students.\u00a0 BU defines a first-gen graduate student as \u201ca<em><span>\u00a0<\/span>student who is in the first-generation of their families to pursue an advanced degree (i.e., a student whose parents\/guardians\/caregivers did not earn a master\u2019s, doctorate, or professional degree, such as a JD or MD).\u201d<br \/>\n<\/em>Hosted by the Newbury Center.<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/ERhHeZmkQuGpxT_XVcp6-Q#\/registration\">Register here.<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"200\">Thursday, July 16<br \/>\n12pm-1pm<\/td>\n<td width=\"486\"><strong>Life Management: Redefining Work Life Balance<\/strong><br \/>\nDo you feel like you are just surviving? Would you like to feel better and succeed academically? Many people think that if they had more time, things would be better; however, time is only part of the equation. People thrive when their priorities are clear and their goals are aligned with their values. In this workshop, students will learn strategies and concepts to integrate what\u2019s most important for their wellbeing into their routines and develop a rhythm of life that supports their personal, academic and professional pursuits.<br \/>\n<em>Hosted by Student Wellbeing.<br \/>\n<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/yWnLRKxISnefyqH90lCdIA\">Register here.<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"200\">Wednesday, July 22<br \/>\n4pm-5pm<\/td>\n<td width=\"486\"><strong>Bounce Back: Turn Setbacks into Comebacks<\/strong><br \/>\nSetbacks are an inevitable part of learning and growth. Yet why are some people more resilient than others when they encounter new challenges? Resilience is the process and outcome of adapting and growing from difficult life experiences. Research indicates that the resources and skills associated with resilience can be cultivated. In this workshop, students will learn about growth mindset and engage in various evidence-based strategies to become more resilient as they navigate and overcome academic and professional obstacles<em>.<br \/>\nHosted by Student Wellbeing.<br \/>\n<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/GOkZ1V2cSMC6gyjeKzQSeQ\">Register here.<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"200\">Tuesday, July 28<br \/>\n4pm-5pm<\/td>\n<td width=\"486\"><strong>Excellence &gt; Perfection: Perfectionism and Self Compassion<\/strong><br \/>\nPerfectionism can create unnecessary pressure and diminish the joy we find in our work. This workshop will help you become more aware of how perfectionist thinking may be impacting you. You will be able to differentiate perfectionism from a healthy pursuit of excellence and learn to use the skill of self-compassion to temper the negative influence of perfectionist thinking so you can thrive.<br \/>\n<em>Hosted by Student Wellbeing.<br \/>\n<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/gwJSOiwoQyKLZZWcxKYxyw\">Register here.<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"200\">Tuesday, August 18<br \/>\n7pm-8pm<\/td>\n<td width=\"486\"><strong>First-Gen Graduate Student Social<br \/>\n<\/strong>Join the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/newbury-center\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" id=\"OWA9d070431-a439-d21b-1d92-f39797f0739a\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/newbury-center\/\" data-linkindex=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Newbury Center<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>for a virtual first-gen graduate student social!\u00a0<span>Get to know your BU first-gen community, connect over a low-key activity, and win some Newbury Center swag. See you on the screen!\u00a0<\/span>This event is open to all current and incoming first-gen graduate\/professional students.\u00a0 BU defines a first-gen graduate student as \u201ca<i><span>\u00a0<\/span>student who is in the first-generation of their families to pursue an advanced degree (i.e., a student whose parents\/guardians\/caregivers did not earn a master\u2019s, doctorate, or professional degree, such as a JD or MD).\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><em>Hosted by the Newbury Center.<br \/>\n<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/JOfG9voEQ0C4-NSBP-62Sw#\/registration\">Register here.<\/a><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Career and Professional Development<\/h3>\n<table width=\"850\" height=\"466\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"200\">Tuesday, July 21<br \/>\n5:30pm-6:30pm<\/td>\n<td width=\"522\"><strong>Marketing Your Transferable Skills as a Graduate Student<br \/>\n<\/strong><span>Graduate students bring a wealth of transferable skills from research, teaching, professional experiences, and beyond, but translating those skills for employers can feel challenging. In this workshop, you\u2019ll learn how to identify your most valuable skills, connect them to your career goals, and effectively communicate them in resumes, interviews, and networking conversations. Whether you\u2019re pursuing roles in academia, industry, or exploring new paths, you\u2019ll leave with strategies to confidently market your experiences and stand out in your next step.<br \/>\n<em>Hosted by the Center for Career Development.<\/em><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/li9bJ4sFQaysIixdnL4gXA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register here.<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"200\">Thursday, August 6<br \/>\n12pm-1pm<\/td>\n<td width=\"522\"><strong>Leveraging LinkedIn for Graduate Students<br \/>\n<\/strong>Do you have a LinkedIn profile and wonder how to more effectively market your skills? Have you heard people say, \u2018you HAVE to network\u2019 and wondered how you should start? This workshop will give you the tools to optimize your LinkedIn profile and confidently network with professionals on the platform. Come eat lunch and learn with us!<br \/>\n<span><em>Hosted by the Center for Career Development.<\/em><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/acI3Pfk0Ti2QBHAbjhuj_g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register here.<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Other Orientation Events<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><b>CFA Graduate Worker Training<br \/>\n<\/b><\/em><b>Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 4pm \u2014 Zoom (link will be emailed separately)<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Required for Teaching Assistants and Research Assistants (optional for Graduate Assistants).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><b>Boston University Graduate Resource Fair<br \/>\n<\/b><\/em><b>Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 2-5pm \u2014 George Sherman Union, Metcalf Ballroom, Second Floor, 775 Commonwealth Avenue<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For all incoming graduate students to peruse resources and opportunities for graduate students at Boston University.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Additional new student orientation events will be listed here as they are confirmed.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">This is an example of additional offerings with details to come:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Student Health Services: Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) Webinar<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For all graduate and professional students. This webinar will cover topics such as urgent and routine medical care, mental health services, SHIP plan and benefits, health requirements, and there will be an opportunity for students to ask questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The Newbury Center Graduate &amp; Professional In-Person Welcome &amp; Orientation<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the perfect opportunity for first-gen students to familiarize themselves with the Newbury Center. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dinner will be provided, receive a free Terrier F1RSTS t-shirt, and win some Newbury Center swag!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>CFA International Student Welcome Event<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For new and continuing international CFA students. An ISSO representative will be joining to do a general ISSO orientation and review CPT information.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The Newbury Center Virtual Welcome &amp; Orientation<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the perfect opportunity for first-gen students to familiarize themselves with the Newbury Center. This event is open to all undergraduate, graduate, and professional students who may have missed our in-person orientations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>CFA LGBTQIA+ Student Welcome Event<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CFA students are invited to mix and mingle at our annual LGBTQIA+ Student Welcome. Light refreshments will be provided.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<h3>What is the College of Fine Arts?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EZFEeWPf8tk?si=8tXnu_LHcXpyFDDM\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><strong>Next!<\/strong><span>\u00a0<\/span>\u2014 We know it\u2019s easy to swipe past a list of resources but please don\u2019t. Taking the time to get to know CFA and BU is worth your time. You don\u2019t need to view them all at once. Come back and explore, but do come back! \u00a0Below, you will find a virtual tour of CFA and a list of resources. Each resource can be valuable to you during your time here.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Take a Tour of CFA<\/h3>\n<p>From wind ensemble rehearsal to kinetic sculptures to the light &amp; sound lab at Booth Theatre, there is always something amazing happening within the walls of CFA. Take a peek behind-the-scenes of some of our favorite spaces and check out a typical day at the College of Fine Arts!<\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\">&lt;<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dk48Lj0INFM?si=27J5zwLGUuv0f7qq\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>Explore the rest of the Boston University campus using this<span>\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/boston.university-tour.com\/\">virtual tour<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>27 Facts About Your Future Graduate Degree at BU<\/h3>\n<p>At Boston University, our academic excellence is the core of who we are. Ranked in the top 50 universities in US, graduate students from around the globe come to our university in the heart of Boston to take part in innovative research and learn from top minds, including MacArthur Fellows, Nobel and Pulitzer Prize Winners, and more.<\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\">&lt;<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3HuYDwO7MZE?si=SIqnwZobF8KHxnia\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>BU Resources<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/bridge-banner-1024x331.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8569 size-large aligncenter\" width=\"1024\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/bridge-banner-1024x331.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/bridge-banner-636x206.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/bridge-banner-768x248.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/bridge-banner.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">BU IDs &amp; the Terrier Card Office<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>New graduate students at the Charles River Campus should <strong>follow the instructions below to upload their photo and identification<\/strong>\u00a0in order to have a Boston University ID, or Terrier Card, ready and waiting for them upon their arrival to campus.\u00a0\u00a0New students receive their Terrier Cards at the start of their first semester. Your Terrier Card is used for swipe access into rehearsal and studio spaces. <strong>It is vital you upload your photo by <em>August 1<\/em> so you will have it for the first day of classes. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>CFA Terrier Cards will be handed out at check-in at the CFA-wide Orientation just before the beginning of the Fall semester. If a card is not picked up that morning, it will then be available for pickup at the front desk of the Dean\u2019s Office at 855 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 230.<\/p>\n<p>Please follow the instructions listed here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/housing\/terrier-card-photo-upload\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/housing\/terrier-card-photo-upload\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Financial Aid<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><span>Various forms of financial aid are available to support your studies at the College of Fine Arts. In addition to loans (federal and credit-based) and external funding opportunities that are available, we offer a range of scholarships and assistantships for students in our on-campus programs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The College of Fine Arts Graduate Financial Aid Office is located at 855 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 230. This office is a resource for CFA graduate students and prospective students. The CFA Graduate Financial Aid Office can assist graduate students with scholarships, assistantships, Work-Study grants, stipends, and loan processing. Students are welcome to drop by the office, call (617-353-3350), or\u00a0<\/span><strong><a href=\"mailto:artaid@bu.edu\">email us<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact: <\/strong>Office of Financial Assistance, College of Fine Arts, <strong><a href=\"mailto:artaid@bu.edu\"><em>artaid@bu.edu<\/em><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Links<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/admissions\/graduate\/tuitionandaid\/\">Graduate Tuition and Financial Aid<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Housing<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><span>While finding housing in the Boston area can be competitive, BU students have a number of resources available to help them find a home in one of<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>the city\u2019s great neighborhoods<strong>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>BU has put together a new resource for your housing search. Explore some <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/off-campus-housing-faqs-for-graduate-and-professional-students\/\">frequently asked questions<\/a>\u00a0about searching for housing in Boston as a BU graduate or professional student.<\/p>\n<p><strong>On-Campus Housing<\/strong><br \/>\nExplore BU&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/housing\/graduate-housing\/\">on-campus housing options<\/a> through the <a href=\"https:\/\/bu.starrezhousing.com\/StarRezPortalXGrad\/81208C21\/40\/616\/Home-Home?UrlToken=776D06B7\">Online Portal<\/a>. Be sure you&#8217;ve set up your BU Account before attempting to log-in.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Off-Campus Housing<\/strong><br \/>\nExplore off-campus housing opportunities (where the majority of our graduate students live). Here is a good place to start:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Boston is famous for its neighborhoods, many of them fun, interesting, and easy to get to.\u00a0<\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/today\/series\/nearby-neighborhoods\/\"><em>BU Today<\/em><\/a><\/strong><span><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>has assembled a guide to several neighborhoods, with helpful lists of where to eat, shop, and hang.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Learn more about BU\u2019s surrounding neighborhoods and housing options through the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/living-in-boston\/neighborhoods\/\" title=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/living-in-boston\/neighborhoods\/\"><strong>Neighborhood Guide<\/strong><\/a><span> on the <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/living-in-boston\/finding-housing\/\">Graduate Education Website<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/grad-student-life\/living-in-boston\/finding-housing\/off-campus-faqs\/\">Off campus Housing FAQ&#8217;s<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Explore <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/offcampus.bu.edu\/\">BU&#8217;s off campus housing webpage<\/a> <\/strong>to peruse property listings throughout the city.<\/li>\n<li>Tips &amp; Resources for finding<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/offcampus.bu.edu\/resource\">off campus housing<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Housing-Map-568x636.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8580\" width=\"568\" height=\"636\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Housing-Map-568x636.jpg 568w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Housing-Map-914x1024.jpg 914w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Housing-Map-768x860.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Housing-Map-1371x1536.jpg 1371w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Housing-Map-893x1000.jpg 893w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Housing-Map.jpg 1389w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> BU Off-Campus Services; 25 Buick Street, 1st Floor; 617-353-3523; och@bu.edu<\/p>\n<p><strong>Living in Boston<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/living-in-boston\/\">The City of Boston<\/a><\/strong> is alive with culture, history, and intellectual discovery. Consistently ranked among the most livable cities in the world, Boston is an international center of higher education with a thriving economy, bountiful cultural and recreational offerings, and booming innovation and entrepreneurship. And Boston University is located right in the heart of it all.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/living-in-boston\/transportation\/\">Transportation<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/living-in-boston\/around-town\/\">Around Town<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/grad-student-life\/living-in-boston\/weather\/\">Surviving Boston Weather<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Financial Literacy<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/smartmoney101\/\"><strong>Smart Money 101<\/strong><\/a><span>\u00a0is a BU Financial Assistance initiative established to provide the Boston University community with online tools, information and other resources to promote effective money management. Access resources related to financial literacy, financial planning, and financial fitness:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/smartmoney101\/budgeting\/\">Budgeting<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/smartmoney101\/credit-cards\/\">Credit Cards<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/smartmoney101\/credit-scores\/\">Credit Scores<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/smartmoney101\/student-loan-repayment\/\">Student Loan Repayment<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/smartmoney101\/identity-theft-and-scams\/\">Identity Theft<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/smartmoney101\/tips\/\">Tips for Managing Money<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/smartmoney101\/workshops\/\">Smart Money 101 Workshops<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Office of the Ombuds<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/ombuds\/\">The Office of the Ombuds<\/a> <\/strong>is an independent, impartial, informal problem-solving resource serving faculty, staff, and students on the Charles River and Medical Campus. The Office maintains strict confidentiality, and provides a safe place for you to have off-the-record conversations on issues related to life, work, or study at Boston University. Talking to the Ombuds can be a good first step if\u00a0you have a concern and\u00a0you don\u2019t\u00a0know where to turn for help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong>\u00a0617-358-5961; ombuds@bu.edu<\/p>\n<div class=\"responsive-video responsive-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ombuds Orientation Video 2025\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hFq2DWc_9YM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Study Space<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>There are many quiet places to study at BU, both at CFA and the University at large.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2019\/best-places-to-study-at-boston-university\/\">BU Today Article: &#8220;Best Places to Study for Finals&#8221;<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/library\/about\/study-spaces\/\">Study Spaces at the BU Library<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/thurman\/about-us\/\">Howard Thurman Center<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Transportation<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Navigating Public Transportation, Parking and Driving in Boston<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>BU Parking and Transportation services is located at 1010 Commonwealth Avenue, and is your source of information for navigating campus and the the City Of Boston. Please follow the links below to read up on MBTA passes (Riding the T), the BU Bus, parking passes, and Bike Safety.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/thebus\/\">The BU Bus<\/a>:<\/strong> a free and convenient way to travel all of BU&#8217;s campuses.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/parking\/mbta-commuting-options\/\">MBTA:<\/a><\/strong> Order your Transit pass here!<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/bikesafety\/\">Bike Safety<\/a><\/strong>:\u00a0<span>Your safety is our mission. With hundreds of pedestrians, cars, trucks, buses, and T trolleys rolling up and down campus, biking in Boston can be an adventure to say the least. We\u2019re here to help keep your rides enjoyable and safe.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zipcar.com\/universities\/boston-university\">ZipCar:<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<span>As the world\u2019s leading car-sharing network, Zipcar lets you drive a variety of cars on demand, by the hour or the day, around campuses, cities and airports worldwide.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/parking\/permits-passes\/student-permits\/\">Student Parking Permits<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/parking\/lots-locations\/\">Lots &amp; Locations<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> parking@bu.edu;\u00a0<a data-dtype=\"d3ifr\" data-local-attribute=\"d3ph\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=BU+Parking&amp;oq=BU+Parking&amp;aqs=chrome.0.69i59j0l4j69i60l3.1487j0j4&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8#\" jsdata=\"QKGTRc;;CjVpzc\" jscontroller=\"Kg7IHb\" jsaction=\"F75qrd\" jsl=\"$t t-Rc2RokjmVQM;$x 0;\" class=\"r-iK_gGQjU9A48\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjxtYmwlqzpAhW5hHIEHfDkDYkQkAgoADAbegQIFRAD\" data-rcid=\"52\"><span class=\"zgWrF\">(617) 353-2160<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Office of Disability and Access Services<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>Our goal, at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/disability\/\"><strong>Disability &amp; Access Services<\/strong><\/a>, is to provide services and support to ensure that students are able to access and participate in the opportunities available at Boston University. In keeping with this objective, students are expected and encouraged to utilize the resources of Disability &amp; Access Services to the degree they determine necessary. Although a significant degree of independence is expected of students, Disability &amp; Access Services is available to assist, should the need arise.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact<\/strong>: 25 Buick Street, 617-353-3658<\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"100%\" height=\"285\" id=\"kaltura_player\" src=\"https:\/\/cdnapisec.kaltura.com\/p\/2159741\/embedPlaykitJs\/uiconf_id\/54272102?iframeembed=true&amp;entry_id=1_8w0c22c2\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" webkitallowfullscreen=\"webkitallowfullscreen\" mozallowfullscreen=\"mozallowfullscreen\" allow=\"autoplay *; fullscreen *; encrypted-media *\" sandbox=\"allow-forms allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation allow-pointer-lock allow-popups allow-modals allow-orientation-lock allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-presentation allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation\" frameborder=\"0\" title=\"Kaltura Player\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Career Development<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/careers\/\"><strong>Center for Career Development<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The mission of the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/careers\/\"><strong>Center for Career Development (CCD<\/strong>)<\/a> is not just to help students land an internship or job, but to be a core resource in their journey to find and pursue their professional path, wherever that may lead.<\/p>\n<p class=\"intro\">http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/careers\/Part of students\u2019 much larger career community, the CCD seeks to work with students, collaborate with BU colleagues, and partner with employers. CCD offers a seasoned professional staff, a suite of online resources, and a wide variety of events and programs available for students as they navigate their way from the first day of class through graduation and beyond.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/careers\/connect\/your-career-journey\/\">Getting Started with CCD<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/bu.joinhandshake.com\">Join Handshake:<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<span>Handshake is BU\u2019s online career development hub, exclusively for students and alumni to access resources, opportunities, and events. Make an individual appointment, register for an event, and explore employers and internships\/jobs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Contact:<\/strong> 100 Bay State Road; 617-353-3590;<strong> <a href=\"mailto:bucareer@bu.edu\">bucareer@bu.edu<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/students\/leadership-careers\/\">College of Fine Arts Career Resources<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>Welcome to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/students\/leadership-careers\/\">CFA Career Resources Hub<\/a> (click and scroll to second pulldown menu).\u00a0 Whatever your CFA program or artistic pursuit may be, this space is dedicated to empowering you with the tools, insights, and guidance essential to sculpting a fulfilling career in the arts. Created by CFA faculty member Emily Worden (CFA FA520: Career Development in the Arts), download helpful PDF trainings in topics like Financial Literacy, Imposter Syndrome, job searching and informational interviewing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">International Student Support &amp; Resources<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><span data-teams=\"true\"><u>Helpful websites<\/u><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>1. BU Federal Actions Page<\/strong><br \/>\nThis provides updates of the latest actions, as well as resources on immigration, research and diversity.<\/p>\n<p><a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/federal-actions\/\" id=\"menur29ca\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/federal-actions\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/federal-actions\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/federal-actions\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. International Student and Scholar&#8217;s Office website and news site<\/strong><br \/>\nISSO\u2019s website has a wealth of information and a news site that updates continually.<\/p>\n<p><a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/\" id=\"menur29cd\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/<\/a><br \/>\n<a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/news\/immigration-related-activity-under-new-federal-administration\/\" id=\"menur29cg\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/news\/immigration-related-activity-under-new-federal-administration\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/news\/immigration-related-activity-under-new-federal-administration\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/news\/immigration-related-activity-under-new-federal-administration\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Support Pathways<\/strong><br \/>\nSupport Pathways is a comprehensive support page, that includes information on how students can access free immigration-related legal assistance.<\/p>\n<p><a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/support-pathways\/\" id=\"menur29cj\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/support-pathways\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/support-pathways\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/support-pathways\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><u>Full community messages<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The university has publicly communicated about support for our students and community.<\/p>\n<p><strong>BU Today<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1. <a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/supporting-the-international-community-with-president-melissa-gilliam-and-willis-wang\/\" id=\"menur29cm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/supporting-the-international-community-with-president-melissa-gilliam-and-willis-wang\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/supporting-the-international-community-with-president-melissa-gilliam-and-willis-wang\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/supporting-the-international-community-with-president-melissa-gilliam-and-willis-wang\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>2. <a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/international-students-and-faculty-resource-guide\/\" id=\"menur29cp\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/international-students-and-faculty-resource-guide\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/international-students-and-faculty-resource-guide\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/international-students-and-faculty-resource-guide\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Presidential messages to campus<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1. <a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/important-resources-for-our-community\/\" id=\"menur29cs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/important-resources-for-our-community\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/important-resources-for-our-community\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/important-resources-for-our-community\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>2. <a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/launching-bu-support-pathways\/\" id=\"menur29cv\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/launching-bu-support-pathways\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/launching-bu-support-pathways\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/launching-bu-support-pathways\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Joint leadership statement from President, Provost and Vice President of Research in<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>support of AAU lawsuit regarding NIH research cuts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1. Statement: <a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/in-support-of-research\/\" id=\"menur29d2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/in-support-of-research\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/in-support-of-research\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/president\/in-support-of-research\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>2. BU Today article: <a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/leadership-strongly-opposes-nih-cut\/\" id=\"menur29d5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/leadership-strongly-opposes-nih-cut\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/leadership-strongly-opposes-nih-cut\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/leadership-strongly-opposes-nih-cut\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><u>Collective action<\/u><\/p>\n<p>The president signed these statements with fellow leaders.<\/p>\n<p>1. American Association of Colleges and Universities: Call for Constructive Engagement<br \/>\n<a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.aacu.org\/newsroom\/a-call-for-constructive-engagement\" id=\"menur29d8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aacu.org\/newsroom\/a-call-for-constructive-engagement\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.aacu.org\/newsroom\/a-call-for-constructive-engagement\">https:\/\/www.aacu.org\/newsroom\/a-call-for-constructive-engagement<\/a><\/p>\n<p>2. Council on Competitiveness: Renewed Call to Action<br \/>\n<a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/compete.org\/2025\/05\/22\/renewed-call-to-action\/\" id=\"menur29db\" href=\"https:\/\/compete.org\/2025\/05\/22\/renewed-call-to-action\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/compete.org\/2025\/05\/22\/renewed-call-to-action\/\">https:\/\/compete.org\/2025\/05\/22\/renewed-call-to-action\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><u>Legal Action<\/u><\/p>\n<p>1. Declaration filed in court in support of AAU lawsuit regarding DOE research cuts<br \/>\n<a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/bu-backs-lawsuit-to-block-department-of-energy-research-cuts\/\" id=\"menur29de\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/bu-backs-lawsuit-to-block-department-of-energy-research-cuts\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/bu-backs-lawsuit-to-block-department-of-energy-research-cuts\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/bu-backs-lawsuit-to-block-department-of-energy-research-cuts\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>2. Declaration filed in court in support of AAU lawsuit regarding NSF research cuts<br \/>\n<a aria-label=\"Link https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/bu-backs-lawsuit-to-halt-nsf-funding-cuts\/\" id=\"menur29dh\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/bu-backs-lawsuit-to-halt-nsf-funding-cuts\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/bu-backs-lawsuit-to-halt-nsf-funding-cuts\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/articles\/2025\/bu-backs-lawsuit-to-halt-nsf-funding-cuts\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">International Student Experience<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BFFu9D_M-ZQ\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/why-bu\/international-student-experience\/incoming-international-grad-students\/\"><b><span>Welcome, International Graduate &amp; Professional Students!<\/span><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span>At Boston University, we are proud to be a global institution that thrives on the diverse perspectives, experiences, and ambitions of our international students. We understand that uncertainty in federal policies can create concern, but we want to assure you:\u00a0<\/span><b>you belong here<\/b><span>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/why-bu\/international-student-experience\/incoming-international-grad-students\/\">Visit here to learn more<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/why-bu\/international-student-experience\/international-student-faq\/\"><strong>International Student Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span>You can find information about everything from what to expect from your classroom and social experiences to finding a home and getting around in Boston to immigration and healthcare insurance. Scroll through to browse questions or jump immediately to the section that interests you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/why-bu\/international-student-experience\/international-voices\/\"><strong>International Student Voices<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Where better to get answers to your questions than from international students like yourself? These <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/why-bu\/international-student-experience\/international-voices\/\">short videos<\/a> on topics of interest to you offer an inside perspective from an international BU graduate student.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/globalprograms\/compass\/\"><strong>Compass<\/strong><\/a>:\u00a0Compass is a search engine to find more than 300 resources at BU and in the surrounding area that could be useful to international students and scholars. The resources are classified into four categories: Academics, Community, Housing, and Career and Employment.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">BU First Class<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/globalprograms\/files\/2025\/08\/First_Class_half-page_1580px_1580px_banner-1-1200x1000.png\" width=\"361\" height=\"301\" alt=\"BU First Class Banner\" class=\"alignnone \" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/globalprograms\/engage\/first-class\/\">BU First Class<\/a><\/strong>:\u00a0<span>Since 2016, Global Programs has offered an online noncredit pre-arrival course designed to prepare incoming international students for the transition to BU and the American classroom. BU First Class is delivered on the edX platform Edge and is comprised of short videos, polls, and self-checks designed to be completed from anywhere on any device.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>How it works<\/strong>: Newly-enrolled International students will complete 3 different sections with the intent of establishing what a BU classroom looks like, students&#8217; academic expectations, and how to prepare for living in the U.S. and navigating resources at BU.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Section 1: The BU Classroom<\/span><br \/>\nThis section asks students to think critically about the education system or systems they grew up in and compare it with what will be asked of them at BU. After completing this section, students should have a better idea of what to expect in a variety of classroom settings and should be more comfortable interacting with BU professors and understanding how they will be assessed.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Section 2: Academic Integrity and Expectations<\/span><br \/>\nThis section is primarily composed of a series of videos and self-checks introducing Boston University\u2019s Academic Conduct Code, discussing academic integrity, what plagiarism is and how to use BU Libraries for research.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Section 3: Transition to Campus<\/span><br \/>\nInformation included in this section that is common to both populations is information on how to prepare for arrival in the U.S. before you leave home, Health and Wellness, and an introduction to the Compass, a great tool to help you navigate to resources while at BU.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To Experience the Course<\/strong>:<br \/>\n-Email Kamelia Turcotte at kameliat@bu.edu to be registered in the course<br \/>\n-Go to edge.edx.org<br \/>\n-Create an account using the same email address you provided Kamelia<br \/>\n-The course should then show up on your dashboard under \u201cMy Courses\u201d as \u201cBU First Class\u201d<br \/>\n-Click on the course name<br \/>\n-Once you are in the course, click the \u201cCourse\u201d tab<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">International Student &amp; Scholars Office<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/\">International Student &amp; Scholars Office (ISSO)<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<span>provides professional expertise on immigration and employment, and help ensure student, scholar, and institutional compliance with federal regulations.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/about\/staff\/\">ISSO staff<\/a><\/strong><span><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>are available to guide students and scholars through the often complicated requirements for foreign nationals studying and working in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Services Offered by ISSO<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/getting-started\/new-student-faq\/\">New Student FAQ<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/contact\/student-advising\/\"><strong>Advising<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/getting-started\/orientation\/\">Orientation<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/getting-started\/medical\/\">Medical Care and Immunization<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/why-bu\/international-student-experience\/international-student-faq\/\"><strong>Cultural adjustment<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Intercultural programs and events<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/immigration-status\/\">Immigration<\/a>\u00a0assistance, including:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/immigration-status\/maintaining-status\/\">Maintaining status<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/immigration-status\/maintaining-status\/change-of-program-appointment\/\">Changing status<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/immigration-status\/maintaining-status\/extension\/\">Extensions<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/travel-visas\/\">Traveling<\/a>\u00a0outside the US (and returning)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/employment-internships\/social-security-cards\/\">Social Security<\/a>\u00a0Number application<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/employment-internships\/\">Working outside BU<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Boston University services, policies, and procedures<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Community programs and services<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Holiday programs and travel opportunities<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Scholarships, fellowships, assistantships, and educational loans<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usembassy.gov\/\">Embassies<\/a> and consulates<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/contact\/\">contact ISSO<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>any time you have questions or need assistance, or<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/isso\/about\/visit\/\">visit<\/a><\/strong><span><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>their<\/span>\u00a0office at 888 Commonwealth Avenue.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">First-Generation Student Experience<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><span>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/newbury-center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Newbury Center<\/a><\/strong> was created to foster the success of first-generation students at Boston University. The center\u2019s goal is to become a highly visible, transformative unit of Boston University, offering programming and services designed to ensure that first-generation students experience the same sense of well-being, belonging, self-efficacy, and academic accomplishment as their continuing-generation peers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The center offers <span>resources and helpful information for first-generation <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/newbury-center\/students\/undergraduates\/undergraduate-resources-informational-contacts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>undergraduates<\/strong><\/a> as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/newbury-center\/students\/graduate-students-professionals\/resources-informational-contacts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>graduate and professional students<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact<\/strong>: <strong><a href=\"mailto:newburycenter@bu.edu\">newburycenter@bu.edu<\/a><\/strong>; (617) 353-3400<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Academics<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/classroom-2-1024x331-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8546 size-full\" width=\"1024\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/classroom-2-1024x331-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/classroom-2-1024x331-1-636x206.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/classroom-2-1024x331-1-768x248.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Academic Expectations and Misconduct<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cfa\/\">CFA Academic Bulletin\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Boston University College of Fine Arts (CFA) unites the<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cfa\/departments\/school-of-music\/\">School of Music<\/a><\/strong>, the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cfa\/departments\/school-of-theatre\/\">School of Theatre<\/a>,<\/strong> and the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cfa\/departments\/school-of-visual-arts\/\">School of Visual Arts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>into an intense, dynamic arts community where students combine professional, individualized training in their field with collaborative work that increasingly crosses departments and schools. Please visit the CFA Academic Bulletin to seek out specific program requirements and <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cfa\/policies\/\">policies<\/a> <\/strong>related to your degree program and the College at large.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/policies\/\">BU Academic Policies<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Here you\u2019ll find BU\u2019s academic policies, covering everything from registration and full-time enrollment to academic conduct, intra-University transfer, and more. For policies related to student life and campus regulations, browse the Dean of Students\u2019 <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/dos\/policies\/lifebook\/\">Lifebook<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/policies\/academic-conduct-code\/\">BU Academic Conduct Code<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Boston University\u2019s Academic Conduct Code is designed to assist in the development of a supportive and productive learning environment. It is both a description of the University\u2019s ethical expectations of students as well as a guarantee of students\u2019 rights and responsibilities as members of a learning community. The Code provides clarity related to policy and procedure regarding academic conduct.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.bu.edu\/ultra\/courses\/_103990_1\/outline\">Academic Integrity Graduate Orientation Module<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span>At Boston University, &#8216;academic integrity&#8217; means creating an environment of academic trust. This orientation will: 1) Introduce you to academic integrity at Boston University, 2) Give you an overview of the University\u2019s Academic Conduct Code, and 3) Provide suggestions for ways you can maintain academic integrity at Boston University. This Blackboard course requires a BU username and password, as well as access. If you find you are unable to access the course, please contact <a href=\"mailto:lambo@bu.edu\">lambo@bu.edu<\/a> to request it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Advising and Registration<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Faculty Advising<br \/>\n<\/strong>Graduate Students are academically advised by faculty within their departments. You will be assigned an academic advisor upon your arrival to campus.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Degree Progress<\/strong><br \/>\nDegree Progress can help you track your progress towards graduation. \u00a0It will show you the courses you have already taken and the courses you are registered for, the requirements you need to complete to graduate, and the courses that will count towards each remaining requirement.<\/p>\n<p>You can access Degree Progress on the <a href=\"https:\/\/student.bu.edu\">MyBUStudentPortal<\/a><span>\u00a0<\/span>by going to the Academics tab, then clicking on Degree Progress.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Requirements with a green SATISFIED label are complete.<\/li>\n<li>Requirements with a yellow SATISFIED &#8211; IP label are in the process of being completed. A requirement that involves multiple courses will receive this label only when you are registered for the last required course.<\/li>\n<li>Requirements with a red NOT SATISFIED label<span>\u00a0<\/span>are incomplete.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How to to Register for a Course on MyBUStudent<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\">\n<p>All Boston University students register for courses through the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/student.bu.edu\">MyBUStudentPortal<\/a>. Be sure to check the compliance tab on your portal and resolve any compliance issues before registration opens. If you are out of compliance with any University requirements, you will not be permitted to register until the issue is resolved. Students must be registered for every semester during the academic year until all degree requirements have been met, unless granted a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/forms\/leave-of-absence-form\/\">leave of absence<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The Planner \u2013 an online tool that allows you to create and modify your schedule before registering for the courses \u2013 enables you to add classes to a draft schedule before registration opens. To access the planner, go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/student.bu.edu\">MyBUStudentPortal<\/a>, click \u201cRegistration Planner\u201d from the main page options. You can then search for, and add courses to your Planner.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Registration Procedure:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol><\/ol>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>To register for courses:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>Log into the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/student.bu.edu\/MyBU\/\" data-outlook-id=\"2ee1b4e7-0a14-428f-ab51-4eb763df5885\">MyBU Student Portal<\/a>\u00a0using your BU username and Kerberos password. Then complete the Duo two-step verification.<\/li>\n<li>Click\u00a0<em>My Academics<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Click\u00a0<em> Fall Class Search<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Click\u00a0<em>Enrollment<\/em>\u00a0on the left-hand side<\/li>\n<li>Click\u00a0<em>Schedule Builder<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Click <em>Expand Filters<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Underneath the Course Selection header, select the\u00a0<em>Subject (<\/em>e.g. CFA MT \u2013 Music Theory) and\u00a0<em>Catalogue Number\u00a0<\/em>(e.g. 600 \u2013 Analytical Techniques) of your first desired course.<\/li>\n<li>Read the course description to make sure this is your desired course. If it is, click\u00a0<em>Add Course.\u00a0<\/em>The course is now in your Schedule Builder and will be listed below your search.<\/li>\n<li>Now it\u2019s time to pick your exact section(s) of this course. Next to the course you just added, choose\u00a0<em>Select Sections<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>To add more courses, select\u00a0<em>Expand Filters<\/em>. Then,\u00a0<em>Reset Filters<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Follow steps 6-8 to add other courses to your Schedule Builder.<\/li>\n<li>Be sure to click\u00a0<em>Save.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have your preferred schedule, you can select favorites in the top right corner. Click\u00a0<em>view<\/em>. You will now be able to review your preferred schedule. When ready, click\u00a0<em>enroll.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">CFA Graduate and Professional Student Advising Tools<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/students\/academic-advising\/graduate-advising\/\"><strong>CFA Graduate and Professional Student Advising Tools<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>As a graduate student in the College of Fine Arts, we value the opportunity for your individual artistic development and exploration. Students have an important role in the advising process. Degree requirements and expectations are outlined in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/cfa\/\">CFA Bulletin<\/a>, and students should be sure they are following those policies and requirements. Even so, there are often times when questions or guidance are needed as you navigate your program. When working with your advisor, please be sure you have looked at your requirements and articulated specific questions for your advisor to address. Please use the tools in the link above\u00a0to assist you in this process.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">BU Library Resources<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Library-1-650x210-1-636x205.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8572\" width=\"1024\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Library-1-650x210-1-636x205.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Library-1-650x210-1.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/library\/\">BU Library<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/library\/research\/\">Guides &amp; Tools<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/library\/research\/collections\/\">Collections<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/library\/services\/circulation\/\">Borrowing<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/library\/help\/\">Help<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/library\/about\/hours\/\">Library &amp; Service Hours<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/library\/about\/who-we-are\/\">Who &amp; Where<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">BU Tech Tools: Blackboard, Zoom, The Link &amp; More<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/students\/\">Student Central<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Welcome to Student Central! It is our hope that this site will be a great community resource for you as you navigate your way around Boston University. The University is a vibrant, exciting, and opportunity-filled place. It is a chance for you to self-advocate and make your own way, and hopefully, this site will help you in your quest to do so. Here, there are links to the various departments and services that can help you academically and in your life on campus.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/student.bu.edu\">My BU Student Portal<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Your link to your records at BU. Be sure to check out the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/link\/bin\/uiscgi_studentlink.pl\/1589556011?ModuleName=new_student\/grad_checklist.pl\">New Grad Student Checklist<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.bu.edu\/\">Blackboard\/BU Learn<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Blackboard Learn is available to anyone with a\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/services\/security\/iam\/authentication\/kerberos\/kerberos\/\">BU login name and Kerberos password<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0at\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/learn.bu.edu\/\">learn.bu.edu<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(for on-campus students). The IT Help Center will answer any questions you have concerning your Blackboard Learn course site. You can get in touch with us online at<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/help\/blackboard\">www.bu.edu\/help\/blackboard<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(or by clicking on the\u00a0Help\u00a0tab on any screen in Blackboard), by e-mail at\u00a0<strong><a href=\"mailto:ithelp@bu.edu\">ithelp@bu.edu<\/a><\/strong>, or by phone at 353-HELP(4357).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/profile\"><strong>Log in<\/strong><\/a><strong> to Zoom to automatically create your Boston University Zoom account<\/strong>. Students automatically receive Zoom Pro accounts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Once logged in, download the Zoom Client for Meetings from the <a href=\"https:\/\/bostonu.zoom.us\/download\">Zoom Download Center<\/a> on your computer to access the full benefits of Zoom.<\/li>\n<li>Add any class Zoom meeting times and room information on your calendar so it\u2019s easy to join when it\u2019s time to meet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Other Helpful Links:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>IT Help: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/\">http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Microsoft Office for BU Students: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/services\/cccs\/desktop\/distribution\/microsoft\/studentoffice\/\">http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/services\/cccs\/desktop\/distribution\/microsoft\/studentoffice\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li>BU Apple Educational Store: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/support\/purchase\/personal\/buapple\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/support\/purchase\/personal\/buapple\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Lenovo Laptop Purchase Program: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/support\/purchase\/personal\/laptop-purchase-program\/\">https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/support\/purchase\/personal\/laptop-purchase-program\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Adobe Creative Cloud: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/services\/teaching\/digital-multimedia-production\/adobe-creative-cloud\/\">http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/services\/teaching\/digital-multimedia-production\/adobe-creative-cloud\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Tutoring\/Writing Resources<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/educational-resource-center\/graduate-writing-support\/\"><strong>BU Educational Resource Center<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">\n<p>The Educational Resource Center offers<span>\u00a0<\/span>writing support designed to\u00a0sharpen your writing skills and spark your motivation, open and free to all graduate students. Through a variety of programs, the ERC strives to support graduate students in navigating the particular demands of graduate writing \u2013 from conference papers to articles to theses to dissertations \u2013 and to facilitate a sense of community among graduate writers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">\n<div><b data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Programs Offered by the ERC<\/b><\/div>\n<ul data-editing-info=\"{&quot;applyListStyleFromLevel&quot;:true}\">\n<li>\n<div role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/erctutor.bu.edu\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" id=\"OWA212a679f-e00d-fe96-c36b-fa7f093b4c55\" title=\"https:\/\/erctutor.bu.edu\/\" data-linkindex=\"2\">One-on-One Writing Appointments<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/educational-resource-center\/graduate-writing-support\/#accountability-clubs\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" id=\"OWA41ce5c06-2984-261b-2532-49ecf774ae66\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/educational-resource-center\/graduate-writing-support\/#accountability-clubs\" data-linkindex=\"3\">Accountability Clubs<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/educational-resource-center\/graduate-writing-support\/#writing-groups\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" id=\"OWA93b58967-3334-848e-3889-86464dfd2f49\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/educational-resource-center\/graduate-writing-support\/#writing-groups\" data-linkindex=\"4\">Writing Groups<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/educational-resource-center\/graduate-writing-support\/#retreats\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" id=\"OWA8b366438-abde-c4db-0679-257431c3a8a1\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/educational-resource-center\/graduate-writing-support\/#retreats\" data-linkindex=\"5\">Writing Retreats<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/calendar\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" id=\"OWAcc015d58-4ebc-48af-d81f-0c082176f5b7\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/calendar\/\" data-linkindex=\"6\">Workshops on Graduate Writing<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div role=\"presentation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/educational-resource-center\/academic-coaching\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" id=\"OWA7f9cdb41-f0cd-aad7-f96a-6d4d410389c4\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/educational-resource-center\/academic-coaching\/\" data-linkindex=\"7\">Academic Coaching<\/a><\/div>\n<div role=\"presentation\">&amp; more!<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div role=\"presentation\"><\/div>\n<p><b>Contact:\u00a0<\/b>100 Bay State Road;\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:erc@bu.edu\" id=\"OWA3f6bc2d4-035a-6399-52d3-c9b6a59ba6a3\" title=\"mailto:erc@bu.edu\" data-linkindex=\"8\">erc@bu.edu<\/a>;\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:phdwrite@bu.edu\" id=\"OWA33a55c6f-443c-6270-1d1b-3884dfe19e70\" title=\"mailto:phdwrite@bu.edu\" data-linkindex=\"9\">phdwrite@bu.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/owl.purdue.edu\/owl\/research_and_citation\/resources.html\"><strong>Purdue OWL &#8211; Online Writing Lab<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Purdue OWL serves as a great free resource and reference guide for writing research papers in proper APA, MLA, or Chicago citation and format style.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/tech\/services\/cccs\/desktop\/distribution\/readwrite\/\"><strong>Read &amp; Write Gold<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Read &amp; Write Gold is a literacy software that helps students with reading, writing, research, and organization. This software is free to download for the BU community. It is an especially useful tool for anyone, especially in language-learning classes. You can read an\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/today\/2012\/reading-made-easier\/\"><strong>article about this software in BU Today<\/strong>.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Code of Student Responsibilities<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/dos\/policies\/student-responsibilities\/\"><strong>Code of Student Responsibilities<\/strong><\/a> is administered by the Dean of Students, Boston University. Copies may be obtained from that office, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02215.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Health, Wellness, and Safety<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/movement-banner-1024x331.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8573 size-large\" width=\"1024\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/movement-banner-1024x331.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/movement-banner-636x206.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/movement-banner-768x248.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/movement-banner.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Student Health Services &amp; Student Health Insurance Plans<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/\"><strong>Student Health Services (SHS)<\/strong><\/a> is here to be an integrated health center that leaves a lasting impression on the health and wellness of our students. The SHS mission is to promote wellness, preserve health, and enable academic achievement for the students of Boston University. You may use Student Health Services if you are any full-time BU student, regardless of your insurance choice (this excludes on-line students) OR any student with the <strong>Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong> All students, regardless of status or insurance, are eligible for assistance with community referrals.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/patientconnect.bu.edu\/home.aspx\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Patient Connect<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Patient Connect is a secure patient portal that provides you access to the following Boston University SHS online services:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Schedule and Cancel Your Appointments 24\/7<\/li>\n<li>Review Test Results and Medical History<\/li>\n<li>Renew Your Prescriptions<\/li>\n<li>Message Your Healthcare Provider<\/li>\n<li>Message Front Desk, Referral Coordinator, and Insurance Coordinator<\/li>\n<li>Complete and Upload Forms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/getting-started\/student-health-insurance-plan\/\"><strong>Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>SHIP is Boston University\u2019s health insurance plan for students. It is offered through Aetna, a large national health insurer. SHIP may be the best\u2014and most affordable\u2014option for covering your healthcare outside of Student Health Services (SHS).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/bu.edu\/shs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BU Student Health Services<\/a>:<span>\u00a0<\/span><span dir=\"auto\" class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\">617-353-3579<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aetnastudenthealth.com\/en\/school\/711110\/members.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aetna Student Health<\/a>:<span>\u00a0<\/span><span dir=\"auto\" class=\"style-scope yt-formatted-string\">1-800-966-7772<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/getting-started\/firstyear\/\"><strong>First-Year Students Guide<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Health and wellbeing are the foundation of student success at BU and beyond. Student Health Services is committed to compassionate care to support your growth and lifelong wellbeing. The First-Year Students Guide provides information about SHS departments, services, and programs, important information and health requirements for first-year students and resources to support your wellbeing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/getting-started\/resources-for-well-being\/\"><strong>Wellness Resources<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We want you to feel your best in all areas of your life. Explore these resources on physical and mental health and overall well-being.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/hours-offices\/\"><strong>SHS Hours &amp; Offices<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/primary-care\/\"><strong>Primary Care<\/strong><\/a>: 617-353-3575<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/behavioral-medicine\/\"><strong>Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS)<\/strong><\/a>: 617-353-3569<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/wellness\/\"><strong>Wellness &amp; Prevention<\/strong><\/a>:\u00a0<span>617-358-0485<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/sarp\/\">Survivor Advocacy, Response &amp; Prevention (SARP)<\/a>: <\/strong>617-353-7277<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RwXKJeXDj_g\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">LGBTQ+ Resources and Gender-Affirming Healthcare<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>Student Health Services (SHS) is committed to providing high-quality care, inclusive of people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions. We are committed to training SHS staff and improving our healthcare systems to support all students\u2019 health and wellbeing.<\/p>\n<p>There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/getting-started\/lgbtq-plus-students\/\">many resources<\/a> available on and off campus to support the BU LGBTQ+ student community.<\/p>\n<p><span>Student Health Services (SHS) provides urgent and routine services, as well as specialized care including, hormone therapy, referrals\/letters for gender-affirming surgery, and ongoing consultation for medical transition. <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/shs\/getting-started\/lgbtq-plus-students\/gender-affirming-healthcare\/\">Learn more about gender-affirming healthcare at BU.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Title IX<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/safety\/sexual-misconduct\/title-ix-bu-policies\/\"><strong><\/strong><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/safety\/sexual-misconduct\/title-ix-bu-policies\/\"><strong>Title IX<\/strong><\/a> requires universities to respond promptly and effectively to complaints of all kinds of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual violence. Universities must take immediate action to eliminate the offending conduct, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects.<\/p>\n<p>BU is committed to promptly investigating the circumstances of a complaint to determine what occurred, ensure complainant safety, and provide remedies. Regardless of whether a complainant files a criminal action, BU will undertake its own investigation of the circumstances of the complaint.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Boston University Police Department<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/BUPD-650x210-1-636x205.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8576\" width=\"1024\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/BUPD-650x210-1-636x205.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/BUPD-650x210-1.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\n<span>The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/police\/\"><strong>Boston University Police Department<\/strong><\/a> is a full-time, professional law enforcement agency that also provides a wide variety of public services, including alarms, emergency medical assistance, investigating suspicious circumstances, and responding to and investigating criminal matters. Patrols are conducted throughout the Boston University area 24 hours a day and span an area that includes over 132 acres of University-owned property and surrounding streets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Contact: 32 Harry Agganis Way; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/police\/contact\/\">All Contact Numbers<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Emergency Resources<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>Please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/about\/emergency-resources\/\">visit here<\/a> to find a compiled list of emergency resources for students at CFA.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Nutritional Resources<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/studentwellbeing\/bu-food-pantry\/place-an-order\/\"><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">BU Food Pantry<\/span><\/a><\/strong><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">The pantry provides free food to students experiencing food insecurity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/dos\/terrier-meal-share\/\"><strong><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">BU Terrier Meal Share<\/span><\/strong><\/a><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">Students experiencing a immediate or short-term lack of access to food can request assistance through the Dean of Students.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/scnc\/all-services\/individual-nutrition-counseling\/\"><strong><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">Nutrition Counseling<\/span><\/strong><\/a><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">Schedule an appointment with a Registered Dietician Nutritionist at BU\u2019s Sargent Choice Nutrition Center.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mass.gov\/how-to\/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap-formerly-known-as-food-stamps\"><strong><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">SNAP program<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/a><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">You may be eligible to receive state funds monthly for food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/studentwellbeing\/bu-food-pantry\/resources-to-support-student-food-needs\/\"><strong>Other Resources<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nDiscover local organizations offering free meals, food pantries, food funding, and educational resources such as affordable and healthy recipes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">If you are experiencing food insecurity, the CFA Dean\u2019s Office and the BU Dean of Students Office are available to provide support.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"><strong><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">CFA Dean\u2019s Office: <\/span><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">617-353-3350; <\/span><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">cfastu@bu.edu<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">BU Dean of Students Office: <\/span><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">617-353-4126; <\/span><span class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\">dos@bu.edu<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">BU Fitness and Recreation Center<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/fitrec-650x210-1-636x205.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8575\" width=\"1024\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/fitrec-650x210-1-636x205.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/fitrec-650x210-1.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/fitrec\/\"><strong>BU Fitness &amp; Recreation Center (FitRec)<\/strong><\/a> is committed to enriching the University and local communities by providing unparalleled and inclusive educational and recreational programs, services, and facilities to promote physical, social, and emotional health and wellness.<\/p>\n<p>To get set up at FitRec and get your fitness and wellness questions answered, please visit<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/fitrec\/about\/fitrec-welcomes-new-terriers\/\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> 915 Commonwealth Avenue; 617-358-3740; fitrec@bu.edu<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Community<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/band-banner-1024x331.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8574 size-large\" width=\"1024\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/band-banner-1024x331.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/band-banner-636x206.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/band-banner-768x248.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/band-banner.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Diversity &amp; Inclusion<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/provost\/diversity\/\"><strong>Office of Diversity &amp; Inclusion<\/strong><\/a> leads the University\u2019s efforts to advance a culture that values and supports diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across our campuses. The Associate Provost works collaboratively with academic and administrative leaders to establish programs and initiatives that support BU\u2019s diversity goals; implement and maintain best practices across the University that ensure shared accountability and progress; and nurture an inclusive and welcoming campus climate for students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/diversity\/resources\/\"><strong>BU Grad Education Diversity &amp; Inclusion Resources<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">The Center for Anti-Racist Research<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<p><span>The mission of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/antiracism-center\/\">Boston University Center for Antiracist Research<\/a> is to convene researchers and practitioners from various disciplines to figure out novel and practical ways to understand, explain, and solve seemingly intractable problems of racial inequity and injustice. We foster exhaustive racial research, research-based policy innovation, data-driven educational and advocacy campaigns, and narrative-change initiatives. We are working toward building an antiracist society that ensures equity and justice for all. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">The Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/thurman\/\">The Thurman Center<\/a><\/b><span> is Boston University\u2019s cultural hub, and, unlike many colleges and universities that have separate Centers based on race, Boston University\u2019s Howard Thurman Center does not. The Thurman Center is intentionally inclusive and emphasizes the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone to build relationships and share experiences with others. The Thurman Center is a place where cultural expression in all of its forms is embraced and encouraged.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Check out our\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/thurman\/programs\/\">programming<\/a> throughout the year, or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/thurman\/about-us\/\">utilize this beautiful space<\/a> to make your time on campus more meaningful.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">WBUR CitySpace at the Lavine Broadcast Center<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wbur.org\/events\" title=\"https:\/\/www.wbur.org\/events\">WBUR CitySpace at The Lavine Broadcast Center<\/a><\/b><span> is the new state-of-the-art multimedia venue located at 890 Commonwealth Avenue on Boston University&#8217;s campus. It brings the stories you hear every day from WBUR and NPR hosts and reporters to life. Convening leaders in all fields for an array of events \u2013 readings, interviews, debates, conversations, panels, podcasts, performances, story slams, theater, comedy, book clubs, demonstrations\u2014 CitySpace is the destination to be inspired, entertained and educated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Support for Graduate Students with Children<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Children-1-650x210-1-636x205.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8579\" width=\"1024\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Children-1-650x210-1-636x205.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Children-1-650x210-1.jpg 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Boston University is committed to being a family-friendly campus community for graduate students with children, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/grad\/living-in-boston\/kids-family\/\"><strong>with many resources and benefits available<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/childrens-center\/\">BU Children&#8217;s Center<\/a> or contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/childrens-center\/family-resources\/\">Family Resources Office<\/a> at familyre@bu.edu<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong>\u00a0<span>617-353-3413; chldcntr@bu.edu\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">BU Office for the Arts<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Arts-650x217-1-636x212.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8578\" width=\"1024\" height=\"342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Arts-650x217-1-636x212.png 636w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/Arts-650x217-1.png 650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/arts\/\"><strong>Boston University Office for the Arts<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0works to deepen the presence and impact of the arts in the academic life of the university, ensuring that the arts are fundamental to the BU student experience.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact:<\/strong> 775 Commonwealth Avenue; 617-358-0489<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Sustainability<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>Boston University\u2019s Sustainability Program comprises a broad range of stakeholder groups on campus to provide the greatest diversity of representation and opinion. The program is made up of <strong>BU Sustainability<\/strong> and <strong>Dining Services Sustainability<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/sustainability\/students\/\">BU Sustainability<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The mission of BU Sustainability is to support the transformation of Boston University\u2019s planning, operations, and culture toward a sustainable and equitable future. We are guided by the University\u2019s mission, Strategic Plan, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/sustainability\/vision-progress\/climate-action-plan-2\/#section-0-article-0\">Climate Action Plan<\/a>. We envision a sustainable and equitable future where environmental, social, and economic conditions foster health and well-being for all people and the natural world, where all living beings have the resources they need to thrive.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/dining\/sustainability\/\"><strong>Boston University Dining Services Sustainability<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>BU Dining Services serves 6.2 million meals a year designed to have a positive impact on both the environment and the wellness of the BU community. We do this by serving fresh, wholesome foods, and by promoting ecologically sound, socially responsible agriculture.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some easy and fun ways to be a part of the sustainability community at BU:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Earn points and compete with your friends on the <em>sustainability@BU <\/em>app! Join the <a href=\"https:\/\/bu.joulebug.com\/\">community<\/a>!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/sustainability\/how-to\/host-a-sustainable-event\/\">How to Host a Sustainability Event<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Participate in one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/sustainability\/what-you-can-do\/events\/\">events<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/sustainability\/take-action\/student-groups\/\">Join one of many sustainability-related graduate student organizations<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<h3>University Policy and Procedures<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/policies-banner-1024x331.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8577 size-large\" width=\"1024\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/policies-banner-1024x331.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/policies-banner-636x206.jpg 636w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/policies-banner-768x248.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cfa\/files\/2022\/07\/policies-banner.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">BU Bulletin<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p>As the document of authority for all students, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/bulletin\/\"><strong>Bulletin<\/strong><\/a> is your guide to the departments, programs, policies, and courses at BU. Requirements listed here take precedence over information found elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" id=\"blue\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h5 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">BU Policies<\/h5><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/policies\/about-policies\/\"><strong>Boston University policies<\/strong><\/a> help connect our daily activities with the University\u2019s mission by setting expectations and clarifying processes for individual members of our community.<\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Questions? We&#8217;re here to help<\/h3>\n<p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:arts@bu.edu\">arts@bu.edu<\/a><br \/>\nPhone: 617-353-3350<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s stay connected! 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