Tax Bill; Kennedy; NSF
HOUSE COMMITTEE APPROVES HIGHER ED TAX CHANGES On Wednesday, Republicans on the House Committee on Ways and Means approved a bill that would change tax policies impacting colleges and students. Among other provisions, the bill would significantly increase the endowment excise tax for schools with endowments larger than $750,000 per domestic student; Boston University would […]
Conning an Aircraft Carrier. A Storm-Drenched Training Exercise. Graduating ROTC Students Reflect on Last Four Years
They say their training has prepared them for what lies ahead.
Trump Budget Request; Antisemitism Hearing; NSF F&A
BU IN DC WBUR CEO Margaret Low attended a meeting of the National Public Radio Board of Directors, of which she is a member, on May 2nd. Kevin Outterson of CARB-X and the School of Law met with Congressional offices to discuss antimicrobial resistance on May 7th. TRUMP “SKINNY BUDGET” PROPOSES CUTS TO STUDENT AID, RESEARCH Senate […]
BU Backs Lawsuit to Halt National Science Foundation Funding Cuts
University says sharp drop in funding could endanger “critical and cutting-edge research vital to our nation’s security” and that “often yields benefits for American businesses”.
NIH Awards $15M to BU-Led Effort to Diagnose CTE During Life
New study to look for potential biomarkers of progressive brain disease; former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck among the first to sign up.
Gilliam in DC, AOC & Finland, BEACON
BU IN DC BU President Melissa Gilliam Meets with Lawmakers on Capitol Hill President Melissa Gilliam discussed the importance of federal investments in research and student aid with Massachusetts Representatives Stephen Lynch, Richard Neal, and Lori Trahan on Tuesday, April 29th. Learn more NOTABLE ALUMNI The Rise of a Powerhouse BU Department: Economics Notable alums—from […]
Ayanna Pressley Named 2025 SPH Convocation Speaker
The US Representative for Massachusetts’ 7th district and former Boston City Council member has fought for equitable policies that uplift the voices of the communities she represents.
Trump Budget Request; Student Aid Cuts; Antisemitism Bills
BU IN DC President Melissa Gilliam met with Massachusetts lawmakers on Capitol Hill on April 29th. Gilliam spoke with Representatives Stephen Lynch, Richard Neal, and Lori Trahan about the impact of federal grant terminations, investing in student aid, and supporting BU’s global community. Christopher Robertson of the School of Law hosted a Congressional briefing regarding Centers […]
BU President Gilliam Returns to Capitol Hill
President Melissa Gilliam met with Representatives Stephen Lynch, Richie Neal, and Lori Trahan of the Massachusetts Congressional Delegation on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
Unlocking NSF Funding Opportunities for Infrastructure and Instrumentation
Dr. Alicia Knoedler of the National Science Foundation (NSF) discussed research infrastructure funding opportunities on Monday, April 28, 2025.