The New York Times: Professor Byrne & Colleague’s Research on Aging Homeless Population Is Featured in Respite Care Story
As the average age of people experiencing homelessness continues to increase, programs across the country are addressing a critical gap between hospital discharge and unsheltered living by providing respite care to older homeless individuals. These programs provide crucial support, but challenges remain, including limited permanent housing options and concerns about the quality of care these […]
5/23: Dean Jones Is the Featured Speaker at Annual BU Women’s Guild Lunch and Awards
Dean Barbara Jones will be the guest speaker at the 2024-2025 Boston University Women’s Guild Lunch & Awards Presentation. This event honors BU faculty and staff with scholarships for their work in social work, history, arts, and other fields. Since 1981, the Guild has awarded over 200 scholarships to scholars in the BU community. Dean […]
Associate of Oncology Social Work: Alum Naomi M. Stearns (SSW’74) Reflects on Her Journey as the Organization’s First President
As the first president of the Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW), BU School of Social Work alum Naomi M. Stearns (SSW’74) has witnessed tremendous change in the field. She was interviewed by the organization in honor of Social Work Month and AOSW’s 40th anniversary. Current AOSW president Michael L. Grignon asked Stearns how the […]
The Brink: Millie Flashman (SSW’45) Helps BU Discover the Secrets of Living to 100
As a participant in BU’s New England Centenarian Study, BU School of Social Work alum Millie Flashman (SSW’45) is helping researchers better understand what factors lead a lucky few to live to 100 and beyond. In an article for BU’s The Brink, she discussed her long life, what the BU research process has been like, […]
The Brink: Professor Gonyea Shares Expertise on the Causes of Unequal Aging Experiences
Societal inequalities such as race, income, and education contribute to unequal aging experiences, impacting older adults’ health outcomes and quality of life. In an interview with BU’s The Brink, Professor Judith Gonyea from BU School of Social Work highlights the importance of addressing these disparities through policies and interventions that prioritize equitable access to resources […]
The Brink: Professor Byrne Explains Why Homelessness Risks Are on the Rise for Retired Adults
As older adults struggle to save for retirement in a rapidly changing economy, housing insecurity is one of the most dire consequences retirees face. Professor Thomas Byrne from BU School of Social Work talked to BU’s The Brink about the causes of homelessness among older adults, and how we as individuals and as a society […]
LA Times: Professor Keefe Calls Out Nikki Haley’s “Grumpy Old Men” Campaign for Ageism
Nikki Haley’s viral “Grumpy Old Men” campaign pokes fun at the ages of President Biden and former President Trump, causing many to question whether these tactics are ageist. Professor Bronwyn Keefe from BU School of Social Work shared her expertise on why society considers mocking the aging socially acceptable, but previous attacks on people with […]
Bostonia: CADER Certified Firefighter Abdul Jabbar Muhammad (MSW’25) Shares His Journey to Achieve a Master of Social Work Degree
Abdul Jabbar Muhammad (MSW’25) talked to BU’s Bostonia about his experiences as a firefighter and how they shaped his decision to pursue certification from the Center for Aging Education & Research (CADER) at BU School of Social Work (BUSSW). After completing CADER courses, Muhammad enrolled in the School’s MSW Pathways onboarding program before starting his […]
BU Today: Professor Keefe Uses Her Aging Expertise to Analyze Nikki Haley’s “Grumpy Old Men” Campaign
Nikki Haley’s latest ad campaign targets President Biden and former President Trump, depicting them as “Grumpy Old Men.” The campaign aims to highlight similarities between the two rivals while questioning their mental fitness, but some may view it as ageist. In an interview with BU Today, Professor Bronwyn Keefe from BU School of Social Work […]
1/16: BUSSW Bedford Offers Free Workshop on Hoarding Behaviors in Older Adults
Hoarding is a chronic disorder that becomes more prevalent and severe with age. It is one of the most frequently occurring mental health disorders among older adults, yet many clinicians feel unprepared to help clients who hoard. The Bedford Campus at BU School of Social Work (BUSSW) will host a free workshop on how to […]