Dr. Phillipe Copeland Promoted to Clinical Associate Professor
Boston University School of Social Work is pleased to announce that Dr. Phillipe Copeland has been promoted to clinical associate professor. This advancement is indicative of Copleand’s outstanding skills in teaching and research, which is inspiring a new generation of social workers. As an expert on racial justice, Copeland’s research has addressed the Black Lives […]
Dr. Dawn Belkin Martinez Promoted to Full Clinical Professor
Dr. Dawn Belkin Martinez has been promoted to full clinical professor at BU School of Social Work (BUSSW). Like all clinical professors, Belkin Martinez underwent a rigorous review process that showed her excellence as a teacher, scholar, and leader. Belkin Martinez has dedicated her time at the School to researching the impact of racial capitalism […]
The Brink: Professor Lee’s Work Illustrates How Substance Use Treatment is a Social Justice Issue
Professor Christina Lee has investigated the connection between stigma, racism, mental health, and alcohol misuse for the past two decades. For too long, the dialogue around immigrant mental health and alcohol use has undervalued the role that structural factors play. In an interview with The Brink, she highlights how substance use treatment is a social justice issue. […]
WalletHub: Professor Lombe on How States Can Support Underprivileged Children
In an article evaluating the best and worst states for underprivileged children in 2022, WalletHub interviews Margaret Lombe, PhD, an associate professor at Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW), to help answer critical questions about barriers and opportunities for reducing inequalities among children. Excerpted from “2022’s States with the Most Underprivileged Children” by Adam […]
Lecturer Michelle Walsh Retires From BUSSW
Rev. Michelle Walsh, LICSW, PhD, will retire from her role as lecturer at Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) in August, 2022, after teaching at the school for thirteen years. A clinical social worker, scholar and ordained Unitarian Universalist minister, Walsh’s background is in spirituality, trauma, and lived religion. Her work as an educator […]
Professor Keefe Selected for Emerging Leaders in Aging Program at UCSF
Professor Bronwyn Keefe of Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) has been named a Tideswell Emerging Leader in Aging Scholar by the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). As a Tideswell Emerging Leader in Aging Scholar, Keefe will join UCSF’s yearlong Emerging Leaders in Aging Program which facilitates collaboration between a small group of […]
Professor Linda Sprague Martinez & Colleagues Use Virtual Reality to Teach Medical & Social Work Students About Social Health Determinants
Social Determinants of Health (SDoH), a group of factors that includes housing, income, employment, and education, are often the reason for variations in health outcomes and rates of hospitalization. Although SDoH screening during medical visits has been adopted by many health systems, medical education has continued to focus on the identification and treatment of disease […]
Communities Connecting to Research: BUSSW Faculty & BU CTSI Launch New Course Distributed by The Network for Professional Education
Communities Connecting to Research is a new free online course designed by BU School of Social Work (BUSSW) Prof. Linda Sprague Martinez and Senior Academic Researcher Deborah Chassler focused on improving the relationship between academic researchers and communities. Funded by the BU Clinical Translational Science Institute (CTSI) Community Engagement Program and distributed by The Network […]
The Network: Professor Brownyn Keefe Appointed Assistant Dean of Workforce and Professional Development
On July 1, 2022, Professor Bronwyn Keefe will hold the new role of Assistant Dean of Workforce and Professional Development. In this role, Keefe will lead workforce and professional development at BUSSW while collaborating with BU’s Digital Learning & Innovation and other key BU partners. Excerpt from “Bronwyn Keefe Named BUSSW Assistant Dean of Workforce […]
Professor Hyeouk Chris Hahm Appointed Associate Dean for Research
Professor Hyeouk Chris Hahm, an expert researcher and faculty member, has been named associate dean for research at BUSSW, beginning July 1, 2022. Her appointment follows the tenure of Professor Ellen Devoe, who was recently named associate dean of academic affairs. Over her 16 years at BUSSW, Professor Hahm’s research, teaching, and mentorship has had […]