Caren Hunter (CAS’99, SSW’25, Wheelock’25) and her daughter Annica Hunter (CGS’23, CAS’25) both graduated from Boston University in 2025, sharing a unique academic journey that deepened their bond. Caren, an MSW student at BU School of Social Work (BUSSW) earned a dual degree in social work and education, while Annica completed her undergraduate degree in […]
BU School of Social Work (BUSSW) is proud to announce that Brittany Debarros (SSW’26) has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Fellowship. Awarded annually to a current masters or professional student at Boston University, the fellowship honors the legacy of civil rights leader Whitney M. Young, Jr., whose groundbreaking […]
Thirteen graduating students from Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) have been selected for the school’s 2025 student commencement awards and scholarships. The winners were chosen from a large pool of nominations submitted by BUSSW faculty, staff, administrators, and field supervisors. The 2025 commencement award winners are: Jenny Zhang wins the Saul and […]
Jamila Peguero (MSW’26), a student at BU School of Social Work (BUSSW), is one of ten students selected for the prestigious 2025 Enlight Fellowship from Innovate@BU. The fellowship offers a unique opportunity for BU students to gain nonprofit experience and build entrepreneurial skills while pursuing social impact work over the summer. Each Enlight Fellow receives […]