BUSSW Seeks Lecturers for Salaried Full-Time Positions in Clinical & Macro Practice
As one of the nation’s top schools of social work, Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) is dedicated to the pursuit of inclusive excellence in education, research, and evidence-based practice to advance social, racial, gender, and economic justice and solve the most pressing societal problems of the 21st century. BUSSW is currently seeking applications […]
A New Study Led by Professor Lee Improves Alcohol Use Interventions for Latinx Immigrants
For too long, the dialogue around immigrant mental health and alcohol use has undervalued the role that structural factors play. Past research focused on individual or cultural reasons for why certain groups relied on drinking alcohol to cope with mental health issues, which often led to ineffective interventions for Latinx immigrants. However, new studies are […]
Professor Muroff Named Editor of the Oxford University Press ABCT Clinical Practice Series
Associate Professor Jordana Muroff of BU School of Social Work has been named editor of the ABCT Clinical Practice Series, a book series published by Oxford University Press that serves as a how-to guide for mental health service delivery. According to OUP, the ABCT Clinical Practice series is an “easy-to-use, highly practical collection of resources […]
Inside Higher Ed: Professor Gómez Shares Best Practices for Graduate Students to Respect & Support BIPOC Professors
For many Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) professors, the difficulties of higher academia don’t stop after they enter the field, but continue throughout their careers. From microaggressions to discrimination, faculty are sometimes not supported by their universities. This also translates into how students interact with their professors. To help create a more equitable […]
3/21: Professor Lee Presents at NIH/NIAAA Webinar, “Reducing Stigma Around Alcohol Use Disorder in Minority Communities”
BUSSW Associate Professor Christina Lee will present at the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIH/NIAAA) webinar, “Reducing Stigma Around Alcohol Use Disorder in Minority Communities,” joined by Dr. Tamika Zapolski, associate professor of psychology at Indiana University. The researchers will discuss their clinical treatment research targeting alcohol and drug use in the Latino/a […]
Vitamin PhD Podcast: Professor Spencer Explores Ethical Responsibilities During Research
What are a researcher’s ethical responsibilities? In an episode with the podcast Vitamin PhD, BUSSW Professor Renée Spencer was joined by neuroscience PhD candidate Luis Rameriez to talk about the importance of transparency in the pursuit of knowledge. Professor Spencer draws on her experience as the chair of the Charles River Institutional Review Board, where […]
Professor Springwater Retires from Board of Child Welfare League of America After 20 Years of Contributions
Julie Sweeney Springwater (SSW’94), an adjunct associate professor at Boston University School of Social Work, is retiring from the board of the Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) after nearly two decades of service. A coalition of hundreds of private and public agencies, the CWLA has served children and families since 1920. Christine James-Brown, the […]
The Daily Free Press: Incoming Assistant Professor Gómez Introduces New Book on Cultural Betrayal Trauma Theory
Last week’s Equity & Inclusion Speaker Series event featured BUSSW incoming assistant professor Jennifer M. Gómez, who led a virtual presentation and discussion on her forthcoming book, “Cultural Betrayal: From Violent Silencing to Healing from Sexual Abuse for Black Women & Girls.” The book focuses on Dr. Gómez’s research on cultural betrayal trauma theory (CBTT), […]
Dr. Jennifer M. Gómez Joins BUSSW as Assistant Professor
Jennifer M. Gómez, PhD, has been named assistant professor in the Clinical Practice department at Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) and a faculty affiliate at the Center for Innovation in Social Work & Health at BUSSW, beginning July 1, 2022. Dr. Gómez focuses her research on the effects of interpersonal trauma (e.g., physical, […]
Professor Azzi-Lessing Named Senior Fellow at Child Welfare League of America
Clinical Professor Lenette Azzi-Lessing has been named a Senior Fellow at the Child Welfare League of America (CWLA), where she has worked with 30 years. As a Senior Fellow, Azzi-Lessing will have the opportunity to use her extensive experience in child welfare to further the mission of CWLA. The organization’s mission is to convene a […]