Category: Alumni

Category: Alumni

U.S. News & World Report: “Sleeping Your Way Trim”

(3/2/16) Clinical Associate Professor Joan Salge Blake featured in U.S. News & World Report. Expert quote: “Chronically getting less than 7 hours of sleep daily is not only associated with the likelihood of having high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, mental distress and even dying, but also being obese, according to the CDC.” View full […]

Associate Professor Paula Quatromoni Named 2016 Outstanding Dietetics Educator

The Nutrition and Dietetic Educators and Preceptors (NDEP) Area 7 DPD Outstanding Dietetics Educator Award recognizes the teaching, mentoring, and leadership activities of faculty in ACEND-accredited dietetics education programs. Quatromoni was selected for demonstrating excellence in dietetics education and the highest standards of leadership and innovation. The award will be presented at the Area 7 […]

OT Alumni Reception at AOTA Annual Conf, April 8, 2016

The Boston University Department of Occupational Therapy is pleased to host a reception for OT Alumni & Clinical Associates at the 2016 American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Annual Conference in Chicago. WhenFriday, April 8, 2016 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. WhereHilton Chicago 720 South Michigan Avenue (Salon A-4, LL) Chicago, IL  60605 2016 Occupational Therapy […]

Meredith E. Drench Lecture: Keeping Children and Adolescents with Down Syndrome Healthy

“Keeping Children and Adolescents with Down Syndrome Healthy: Medical Updates for Health Care Professionals” Presented by Dr. Brian G. Skotko and Melissa J. Reilly Thursday, April 7, 2016 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. 595 Commonwealth Avenue Boston MA Questrom Rafiki B. Hariri Building, Room 105 About the Lecture This talk will discuss new healthcare guidelines for people […]

Professor Julie Starr Delivers APTA Linda Crane Memorial Lecture, 2/18

Clinical Associate Professor of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training Julie Starr will deliver The Linda Crane Memorial Lecture at the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Combined Sections Meeting in Anaheim, California on February 18. Her lecture, “The Science of Healing. The Art of Caring” will reflect on these ideals in the context of the 2013 […]

US News & World Report: “Taking the Pulse on Pulses”

(01/26/16) Clinical Associate Professor Joan Salge Blake writes about the nutritional benefits of pulses. “So the million dollar question is, what the heck is a pulse? Pulses are part of the legume family. I ‘m sure that clear things right up for you. Legumes consist of dried beans and peas, chickpeas, lentils, soybeans, peanuts and […]

Spring Career Fair: Thursday, February 11, 2016

The BU Center for Career Development (CCD) will host their annual Spring Career Fair on Thursday, February 11 (10:30 am – 3:30 pm) at the GSU. 70+ employers from various industries will be on campus to recruit BU students and alumni for internships and full-time positions. Professional dress is required. RSVP to attend and see the full […]

Science News for Students: “Back Off the Bacon and Cold Cuts?”

(1/9/15) Clinical Associate Professor Joan Salge Blake quoted. Expert quote: “What does it mean for Joe and Josephina on the street? It’s interesting,” says Blake. “I think we can look at these findings and say, maybe what we need to do is is mix up a little bit of what we’re eating.” View full article

U.S. News & World Report “Eat + Run Blog”: “Dietary Guidelines Update: Superfoods Are Out, Super Diets Are In”

(1/9/16) Clinical Associate Professor Joan Salge Blake writes about the importance of a healthy, balanced diet, which holds much more value than any single superfood. Studies now show that healthy eating patterns will have the best effect in battling heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes. Long-term health is not about finding a specific supplement or nutrient […]