In her new book “The Anxiety Audit,” BU School of Social Work alum Lynn Lyons (SSW’90) helps families work through anxiety together. ABC’s Good Morning America interviewed Lyons for a segment addressing how parents can better manage their own anxiety, as well as help prevent anxiety in children and help them cope when they do […]
Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) is partnering with YouthBuild USA on a three-year research project led by two BUSSW faculty members: lecturer Antoinette Delmonico (PhD’13), vice president of impact and learning at YouthBuild USA, and Renée Spencer, professor and department chair. YouthBuild USA serves “opportunity youth” (young adults who aren’t in school or […]
In a new memoir titled “Singlehandedly: Learning to Unhide and Embrace Connection,” alumna Ruth Rathblott (SSW’94) shares her story of coming to terms with her limb difference. The book documents her transformative journey from hiding her disability to finding self-acceptance – and shows readers how to do the same. On her website, Rathblott says, “I […]
Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) honored four members of the School community on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at its annual Alumni Association Awards. Held at the University’s Terrace Lounge during BU Alumni Weekend, the ceremony was the School’s first in-person awards celebration since 2019. In addition to the 2022 award recipients – Betty […]