CISS 2024 Summer Mini-Grants: Learn About the Recipients and Their Work
Anne Joseph (CAS’25), a participant in the inaugural Social Sciences Summer Writing Internship, has written the second of two articles, highlighting faculty and… More
The Census Project Co-Hosts Webinar with the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights (August 20)
The Census Project will be co-hosting a webinar with the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, on August 20, 12:00 -1:00 p.m.… More
Sociologist Ana Villarreal Publishes New Book ‘Two Faces of Fear’
This article was written by Rayea Jain (COM’26), the social science writing intern at the CAS… More
BU Political Scientist Christine Slaughter Discusses Tim Walz’s Benefits to Harris Ticket
He started out as America’s “Midwestern dad,” a viral sensation lauded for his wholesome, folksy energy. Now, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is in a position… More
CISS Affiliates Carr and Sue Wing Study the Health Risks of Extreme Heat for Older Populations
Retirees may relocate to warmer climates, but they “don’t anticipate how much hotter those climates will become when… More
CISS Affiliate Nicholas Wagner and Other BU Scholars Discuss Assassination Attempt
Despite the nation’s polarized politics, Donald Trump’s near-assassination… More
New WGS Community Impact Award Celebrates Student Advocacy
This article was written by Rayea Jain (COM’26), the social science writing intern at the CAS Communications Office. The Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program… More
Political Scientist Katherine Levine Einstein Weighs in on Affordable Housing Policy
If you’re looking for somewhere to live in Greater Boston that won’t break the bank, good luck. The average single-family home price recently… More
BU Political Scientist Erik Peinert Cautions Against Reading Too Much into International Election Results
Recent elections around the world—in France, Britain, and Iran—show signs of a sea change for far-right populist regimes. Voters in the three… More
SWIP Intern Devin Rauscher (CAS’26) Offers Suggestion for Summer Reading
As heat wave after heat wave hits Boston, CAS faculty and staff are hitting the beach. From fantasy fiction to gothic horror,… More