Brink Bites: BU Health Researchers Win Major NIH Grants; BU Device Named Among Time’s Best Inventions of 2025
Other research news, stories, and tidbits from around BU, including big funding wins, opposition to deepfakes, and studying LGBTQ+ suicide risk factors.
What Does Donald Trump’s Election Mean For…
We asked a range of BU faculty experts what the election results will mean for abortion, immigrants, higher education, the economy, the Supreme Court, and more.
Meet BU’s New LGBTQIA+ Student Resource Center Director
Interim leader Katy Collins appointed as inaugural student center director.
BU’s Commencement Student Speaker Is Proud of Being a Change Maker
Michael Arellano reflects on their activism, their identity, and their role in opening the LGBTQ+ Student Resource Center.
How Will Anti-Trans Laws Impact Transgender and Gender-Diverse Youth Mental Health?
As states ban gender-affirming care and participation in sports, BU study finds more than half of trans and gender-diverse kids report depression and self-harm—but that peer and school supports can help.
Boston University to Open New LGBTQIA+ Student Resource Center
Will be housed in 808 Commonwealth Ave., near the Howard Thurman Center.
Crystal Williams Promoted to New Position with Focus on Building Community
As vice president and associate provost for community and inclusion, she will expand her responsibilities