All-University Commencement
From Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer The All-University Commencement scheduled for Sunday, May 20 at Nickerson Field is just about two weeks away. If you plan to march in the processional at Commencement, I ask that you please email bugrad18@bu.edu with your name and school/college. You should have received specific information […]
2018 University Lecture – Nominations Deadline April 9, 2018
From Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer The University Lecture Committee asks for your assistance in identifying nominees for the 2018 University Lecturer. Nomination forms are due by April 9, 2018 and should be submitted via e-mail to the Office at the Provost at provost@bu.edu. The University Lecture was established in 1950 to […]
Implementation of Massachusetts Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) at Boston University
From Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer and Diane Tucker, Vice President, Human Resources The Massachusetts Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) will take effect on April 1, 2018. This new law entitles employees to reasonable accommodations for pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, bans discrimination based on pregnancy, and prohibits employers from retaliating against […]
The BU Hub: Boston University’s New General Education Program
From Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer As many of you know, freshmen entering in fall of 2018 will be enrolled in the BU Hub, Boston University’s new, university-wide general education program. As continuing undergraduate students, it is important to note that your general education requirements will not change. A university […]
2018 University Lecture – Call for Nominations
From Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer The University Lecture Committee asks for your assistance in identifying nominees for the 2018 University Lecturer. The University Lecture was established in 1950 to honor members of the Boston University faculty engaged in outstanding research. University Lecturers represent a vast array of disciplines and […]
University-wide Training on Sexual Misconduct
From Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer At a time of heightened awareness around sexual misconduct, it is vital that Boston University makes clear its intolerance of any such conduct or behavior. Boston University is committed to ensuring that all members of our community are afforded a respectful environment in which to […]
Promotions to Full Professor on the Charles River Campus
From Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer I am delighted to announce the promotion of 8 members of our Charles River Campus faculty to the rank of Full Professor at Boston University. Through seminal scholarship, field-defining exploration, and passion for the transmission of knowledge, these exceptional faculty members have emerged as leaders, […]
Commencement 2018
From Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer While it is early in the spring semester, Commencement Weekend will soon be upon us, and it is my pleasure to extend to you an invitation to join our 2018 graduates at the All-University Commencement Exercises on Sunday, May 20, at 1 p.m. I also encourage […]
Effects of the Government Shutdown at Boston University
From Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer As you are aware, the federal government shut down on Friday evening when Congress and the White House couldn’t reach agreement on a federal budget. While early indications are that the shutdown may be brief, it will likely impact Boston University’s interactions with the federal […]
2017 Faculty Annual Report (FAR) and External Activity Report (EAR)
From Dr. Jean Morrison, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer This year, you will report your 2017 activities using the new faculty annual report (FAR) and external activity report (EAR) modules of My CV. Those modules are now open for use. In the new system, you will select activities listed in your My CV profile […]