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Welcome to our classroom! Here you\u2019ll find snapshots of the vibrant mix of projects, site visits, and immersive experiences that shape our students\u2019 learning. In the Preservation Program, our faculty champion interdisciplinary exploration and the power of stepping directly into the places where history lives. From tracing the fine workmanship of significant and vernacular architectural sites or engaging directly with preservation professionals, our students gain hands-on knowledge that deepens their knowledge and fuels their passion for the field.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As part of their program requirements<\/a>, the MA in Preservation Studies students undertake various types of research and scholarly project, occasionally publishing their work or presenting it at conferences and seminars. They also develop\u00a0capstone projects<\/a> and take part in internships<\/a>. Our program faculty and instructors also host studios and workshops that engage undergraduate students in aspects of preservation.<\/p>\n

Spring 2026 Professions in Preservation<\/em><\/b><\/h3>\n

In Spring 2026, Preservation Studies Director Carolyn White and James R. Wiseman Chair in Classical Archaeology Andrea Berlin taught Professional Futures in Archaeology and Preservation, a course designed for undergraduate and graduate students preparing to enter the preservation and archeology fields. Throughout the semester, students had the opportunity to hear from a range of accomplished professionals working in preservation and archaeology, gaining valuable insight into career paths, current challenges in the field, and emerging opportunities. These conversations encouraged students to ask questions, engage directly with practitioners, and begin building professional networks that will support their future career.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, as part of the course, students completed a preservation project focused on Boston University\u2019s Mugar Memorial Library, which is scheduled to undergo renovations in the coming years. The project explored ways the library could preserve and interpret both its social history and architectural legacy for future generations of BU students.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The class also participated in several field excursions. During one visit, students toured the City of Boston\u2019s Preservation Planning division, where they met with members of the department and learned about preservation planning in practice. Students had the opportunity to ask questions about the profession, discuss career pathways, and network with professionals, gaining firsthand insight into the work of the department and the broader preservation field.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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