2025-2026 Faculty-in-Residence Program
From Dr. Gloria Waters, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer and Jason Campbell-Foster, Dean of Students The Dean of Students’ Office and Residence Life are seeking faculty members interested in appointment to the Faculty-in-Residence (FIR) Program for the 2025-2026 academic year. Faculty members are eligible to apply to the FIR program if they are full-time […]
Effects of Federal Budget Directives on University Funding
From Dr. Melissa Gilliam, President, Dr. Gloria Waters, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer, and Nicole Tirella, Senior Vice President for Financial Affairs, CFO, and Treasurer January 28, 2025 Dear Members of the BU Community, As you’ve likely seen in the news, in the past week the new administration has issued executive orders affecting federal […]
Results of Campus Climate Survey and Next Steps
From Dr. Gloria Waters, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Last spring, we invited a representative sample of Boston University students to take part in a climate survey on sexual assault and sexual misconduct. Conducted in partnership with Rankin Climate LLC, a nationally recognized climate assessment firm, the survey was designed to gauge student perceptions […]
Absences for Religious Observances
From Dr. Gloria Waters, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer As we being a new semester, I am writing to restate Boston University’s commitment to respecting the practice of all religious denominations. During the course of the academic year, members of our community may request excused absences from attending classes or participating in examination, work, […]
A Message to the Community on Implementation of the BUGWU Contract
From Dr. Gloria Waters, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer November 14, 2024 Dear Graduate Students, Faculty, and Staff, As you know, on October 16, the Boston University Graduate Workers Union (BUGWU, SEIU 509) ratified their first contract. The ratification allows us to enter a new chapter in graduate education at Boston University, and I […]
Important Updates to BU’s Nondiscrimination and Harassment Policies and Procedures
From Dr. Gloria Waters, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Boston University is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free of discrimination and harassment through prevention efforts, vigorous enforcement of our nondiscrimination policies, and providing resources for our community members. I am writing to share an important update about our ongoing work in […]
Formation of the Bias Review Team at Boston University
From Dr. Gloria Waters, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer As we work to help ensure an inclusive and respectful environment for all members of our community, I write to share an important update with you. Today, I am announcing the formation of the Bias Review Team (BRT). The BRT’s creation underscores our ongoing commitment […]
Absences for Religious Observances
From Dr. Gloria Waters, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer During the course of the academic year, members of our community may request excused absences from attending classes or participating in examination, work, or study requirements in order to accommodate the observance of their religious faiths. A full reading of the University’s Policy on Absence […]
Update on Graduate Student Negotiations
From Dr. Gloria Waters, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer August 30, 2024 Dear Boston University Faculty and Staff, I am writing to update you on our contract negotiations with the Boston University Graduate Workers Union (BUGWU). We recently made a substantial comprehensive offer to enhance compensation and benefits, which demonstrates our recognition of the […]
Suspension of Classes and Nonessential Operations for Inauguration on September 27 at 1 pm
From Dr. Gloria Waters, University Provost and Chief Academic Officer and Derek Howe, Senior Vice President for Operations On Friday, September 27, at 2 pm, Dr. Melissa Gilliam will be inaugurated as Boston University’s 11th president at Agganis Arena. Recognizing the historic nature of this occasion and to enable the participation of as many members […]