Boston University School of Social Work kicked off its “First Thursday” event on the evening of Nov. 3rd and it certainly did not disappoint. The topic was Observation on Community Violence: Challenges and Prospects for Change, which attracted so many people that Conant Lounge was filled. The event featured the following speakers: Clemenina Chery President […]
Boston University School of Social Work Associate Director of Field Education and Clinical Associate Professor Judith Perlstein had never testified before policymakers until she heard about the proposed legislation H592/S1206, “An Act to Promote Public Health Through Workplace Safety for Social Workers.” After several assaults and, in some cases, murder, involving social workers and clinicians […]
CSWE has begun the process to hire a new president to replace Executive Director Julia Watkins following her planned retirement in June 2012. Please note that this is a title change (executive director to president; the current title of president will be changed to Board of Directors’ chair) resulting from adoption of the 2010 bylaws. […]
Christiana Bratiotis, postdoctoral fellow and adjunct professor of clinical practice, and Dean Gail Steketee were featured in BU Today for their co-written book, The Hoarding Handbook. The book was written specifically for people who find hoarders and includes practical tips on how to interact with them. Bratiotis, in particular, has become a “de facto hotline” […]