NIH Seeks Feedback on Framework for NIH-Wide Strategic Plan
The NIH seeks comments on, but not limited to, NIH’s Goals across the three Priorities articulated in the framework—including potential benefits, drawbacks,… More
CISS Invites Applications for Summer 2026 Mini-grants
CISS is pleased to issue a call for proposals for small grants to support faculty (tenure-track and full-time lecturers), postdoc, and graduate… More
BU Social Science Departments Present Lecture by Performance Artist Autumn Knight on April 9
The African American and Black Diaspora Studies program welcomes performance artist Autumn Knight as part of her ongoing "Nothing" series. Her performance/lecture of “Nothing… More
CISS to Host Panel Discussion “Non-Academic Careers for Social Scientists: Insights from Recent PhDs”
National data show that one in four recent social science PhDs works in a non-academic setting, typically non-profits, governmental organizations, or industry.… More
BU Class Ponders “Revolutionary Icons” as the Declaration of Independence Anniversary Nears
Would you have coffee with Ben Franklin? Boston University students in Joseph Rezek’s (CAS/American Studies) Revolutionary Icons class aren’t jumping at the… More
Boston University Global Programs Photo Contest Begins Today
The annual Global Programs Photo Contest is here! This year’s contest will run from March 16 to 27, and the theme this… More
BU Task Force on Convergence Outlines New Strategy to Boost the Impact of the University’s Research
Report is the result of a yearlong effort and interviews with 200 faculty; BU leaders will review and determine specific policies moving… More
CISS Offers Upcoming Sponsored Research Educational Programming
The Center for Innovation in Social Science (CISS) is excited to announce two upcoming educational sessions designed to empower investigators and administrators… More
CISS Taking Part in BU’s 2026 Giving Day for the Second Year
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 8, 2026 for BU's 2026 Giving Day! This is an annual opportunity to help support exciting… More
CISS and CAS Celebrate 2025 Faculty Authors at Book Party
CAS social science faculty authors, and CISS faculty affiliates and staff staff gathered this past week on February 26, 2026 in the… More