Looking to Write Op-Eds or Get Media Attention for your Research? BU Can Help
Do you have a new study you’d like to share with the world? Would you like to share your expertise with the media? BU offers a diverse set of programs for helping to elevate the impact of your research through strategic use of media and social media. Read on to learn how.
- Sign up for the Expert Database. BU Public Relations offers helpful ‘best practices’ tips for spreading the word about your research. The first step is to sign up to be part of the expert database, which is often the first stop for media seeking the expert insights of BU faculty.
- Attend a December 2023 CISS workshop on “Using Media to Increase your Research Impact.” CISS, in partnership with CAS Communications, will hold an expert panel with tips on how get media attention for our work, pitching and writing op-eds, and more. Details will follow.
- Attend Office of Research workshop “What the X? How to Make the Most of Social Media to Promote your Research in 2023”
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the rapidly changing landscape of social media and wondering where to best invest your time and energy as a researcher? The digital realm is constantly shifting. The bird has flown, Mastodon is intriguing but complex, Bluesky is still in its Beta phase, and Instagram has unveiled “Threads.” It’s a dynamic landscape, and researchers are often left wondering where to focus their online presence. Join Suzanne Whitby, founder of SciComm Success for a 90-minute workshop where she will guide you through the evolving world of strategic communication in the digital era. During this interactive session, participants will explore: The Current Social Media Landscape: Familiarize yourself with social media platforms that are currently available and the key audiences. Success Stories in Research Communication: Learn from successful cases, including experiences from within BU to understand how researchers are effectively leveraging these platforms and whether these trends are changing. Strategic Thinking: Gain insights on how to strategically allocate your time and resources on social media to maximize your research impact. Productivity Tools: Discover a range of free tools that can boost your efficiency in managing your online presence and sharing your work across multiple platforms. The Role of AI Technologies: Explore how artificial intelligence fits into the equation and can further enhance your research dissemination efforts.
- Date/Time: Thursday October 27, 2023; noon to 1:30 pm
- Virtual Event over Zoom
- Speaker(s)
- Suzanne Whitby
- Registration:
- https://www.bu.edu/research/2023/09/14/what-the-x-how-to-make-the-most-of-social-media-to-promote-your-research-in-2023/