BUSSW’s MSW Pathways Program Helps Future Social Workers Prepare for Graduate Education
Pathways to Social Work and Other Helping Professions, a free online certificate program recently piloted by The Network for Professional Education at the Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW), helps learners decide if social work is the right career path for them. Learners in the program explore career paths in social work and other helping professions, gain knowledge on what a career in social […]
Professor Gómez Shares Expertise and Career Trajectory at Intersectionality Training Institute
This research advances a deeper understanding of how intersectional harm affects marginalized communities and inspires new pathways for research, practice, and social change.
2/28: BUSSW Off-Campus & Hybrid Programs Host Virtual Child Welfare Workshop Led by Prof. Azzi-Lessing
The Off-Campus & Hybrid Programs at Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) are hosting a free virtual workshop led by Prof. Lenette Azzi-Lessing about transforming our response to the needs of vulnerable children and their families. Her presentation, titled “Building Justice-Based Systems for Child and Family Well-Being,” will explore strategies for preventing unnecessary trauma […]
Professor Hahm’s Expertise on AAPI Mental Health Now Featured in AWARE Online Certificate Offered by the Network for Professional Education
Extensive research by Professor Hyeouk Chris Hahm from BU School of Social Work (BUSSW) and colleagues has shown that Asian American (AA) women face specific mental health challenges that are often overlooked by practitioners. That research inspired the Asian Women’s Action for Resilience and Empowerment (AWARE) Intervention, an innovative, culturally grounded, holistic group psychotherapy treatment […]
Professor Muroff & Keefe Deliver New Blended Hoarding Training to Boston City Employees
Hoarding disorder is a serious behavioral issue that affects millions of individuals. However, it wasn’t well understood until the 1990s when researchers including Gail Steketee, the former dean of Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW), led systematic studies that dispelled early conceptions of the condition. Since then, research on hoarding has grown significantly thanks […]
6/2: Bedford Campus Community Event & Info Session
Join the BUSSW Bedford campus for a community event featuring a free 1.5-CE workshop on the criminal justice system and a reception for alumni, current and prospective students, field partners and other members of the BUSSW Bedford community. Attendees are welcome to stay for all or part of the event and are encouraged to bring […]
3/24: Cape Cod Community Event & Info Session
Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) will host an afternoon of learning, networking and community connections on March 24th at the Cape Cod campus. The multi-part event includes a free 2-CE workshop on couples treatment led by BUSSW Professor Mark Gianino, a networking reception, and an information session for prospective students interested in the […]
11/18: BUSSW Bedford Campus Hosts Community Event on Patient-Centered Practices Plus MSW Info Session
Boston University School of Social Work’s (BUSSW) Bedford campus – one of four off-campus MSW program sites – hosts a free community event focused on patient-centered healing practices presented by campus director Yunieska Krug, plus an information session on the School’s part-time Master of Social Work program. Field education partners, local practitioners, and current and prospective […]
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 for Professional Ed: Director Bronwyn Keefe Introduces The Trainers Hub
The Network at BUSSW has developed an exciting opportunity for BUSSW alumni to share their expertise with a wide variety of organizations through The Trainers Hub. Network Director Bronwyn Keefe shares details about this new credentialing program that will certify social work alumni to become trainers for The Network’s growing professional education offerings. Excerpt from […]