Research News
Four BUSSW Faculty Receive Research Funding Through Small Grants Program
Four new research projects are underway at Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) thanks to the School’s small grants... More
The Brink: Professor Williams Explores Intersection of Racial & Environmental Justice
Darien Alexander Williams, PhD, an assistant professor at Boston University School of Social Work, studies the interplay between communities and... More
Professor Hahm Elected Vice President of the Society for Social Work & Research
The Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR) has elected Professor Hyeouk Chris Hahm from BU School of Social Work... More
BUSSW at SSWR: Presentations & Community-Building at 2024 Annual Conference
Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) has a significant presence at the 2024 Society for Social Work Research (SSWR)... More
Professor Augsberger & Colleagues Help Build Capacity for Researchers to Include Young People with Lived Experience in Their Studies
Mental health research for young people strives to help individuals with mental health challenges get the care they need, but... More
Professor Collins Awarded OPRE Grant to Study Career Pathways for Disconnected Youth
Professor Mary E. Collins of Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) has launched a new research project that explores... More
Professor Copeland’s New Study Evaluates Anti-Racism & Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Training in the Workplace
Workplaces around the country have implemented training sessions focused on anti-racism and diversity, equity, and inclusion, (DEI) especially in response... More
New Research from Professor Augsberger Calls for Specialized Support for Mothers with Low Intellectual Functioning
Mothers with low intellectual functioning, or intellectual disabilities, are twice as likely to experience child welfare involvement compared to non-disabled... More
Professor Gómez & Colleagues Explore Financial Exploitation of Older Adults Through Betrayal Trauma Theory
When older adults are financially exploited, the harm is more than just monetary – especially when the perpetrators are their... More
Professor Hahm & Colleagues Share First-Hand Experiences of Asian American Women Survivors of Discrimination During COVID-19
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, racial discrimination against Asian American (AA) women has shifted from microaggressions to direct... More
Professor Ha Awarded Grant to Evaluate State Efforts to Incentivize Subsidized Early Care & Education
Professor Yoonsook Ha from BU School of Social Work received a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human... More
Professor Muroff, Keefe, & BU Colleagues Receive Grant to Develop Simulation Training for Conducting Home Assessments
Home visits are a key part of being a health and social service professional. However, graduate students often do not... More
Professor Alvarez-Hernandez & Colleague Center Chicana & Latina Feminisms to Reimagine Trans Latinas’ Mental Health
While understanding that cultural theories can help social workers understand clients whose lives differ from their own, stereotyping is a... More
Professor Alvarez-Hernandez Reveals the Hidden Potential of Creative Writing for Qualitative Research
Novice and seasoned academics alike can lose sight of writing’s contribution to the research process. Undervaluing writing in this way... More
Professor Hahm’s Research Suggests Caring Teachers May Decrease Early Sexual Initiation in Black LGBTQ Youth Exposed to Violence
Exposure to peer and neighborhood violence can cause early sexual initiation among young people, which puts them at higher risk... More
BUSSW Researchers Examine Role of Palliative Social Work in Interprofessional Care Teams
Increased demand for palliative care has made it more important than ever for the interprofessional teams providing the care to... More
CISWH News: Professor Jorge Delva Calls for More Actionable Social Work Research
In a recent interview, Professor Jorge Delva from BU School of Social Work – and former director of the Center... More
Professor Williams Explores Role of Political Cartoons in Black Religious & Cultural Movements
The relationship to different geographies – and migration between them – is an essential component of Black history and culture in the... More
BUSSW Researchers Find Opportunities for Social Work & Race Equity in the Youth Workforce Development Field
A large body of research shows opportunities to engage in the workforce are essential for young people and their communities. More
Professor Hahm Co-Authors Study Showing Impact of Secondhand Discrimination on Asian American Youth During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Since the rise of anti-Asian hate crimes in the US during the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers and mental health practitioners have... More
Yibin Yang (PhD’26) Wins CSWE Award for Article on Refugees with Disabilities
Yibin Yang (PhD’26) from BU School of Social Work was recently awarded the Disability Manuscript Award for his co-authored article... More
Professor Augsberger Receives NIH Funding to Expand Project IMPACT
Astraea Augsberger, a faculty member at BU School of Social Work (BUSSW), has received new grant funding from the National... More
BUSSW Community Shares Expertise at 2023 NASW-MA Symposium
Faculty and alumni of Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) will share their expertise with social work practitioners and... More
Professor Scott & Colleagues Recommend Anti-Racist Changes to the Child Welfare System
The child welfare system (CWS) has been criticized for discriminating against children and families of color. While research often looks... More
Professor Jacobson López Expands on Campus Safety Model to Center LGBTQIA+ Students of Color
Daniel Jacobson López, an assistant professor at BU School of Social Work, expanded upon a new strategic model proposed by... More
BUSSW Researchers Show How Changing Organizational Culture in Healthcare is Key to Success of Youth Advisory Boards
Youth and communities of color are underrepresented in health-related program design and delivery, but a study led by researchers at... More
Professor Jacobson López Receives CISS Pilot Grant to Study Medical Care of Gay Black & Latino Sexual Assault Survivors
The Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science has awarded Assistant Professor Daniel Jacobson López of BU School of Social Work... More
New Study by Professor Hahm Reveals Unexpected Findings Behind Youth Suicide Increase During COVID-19
Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in young people in the United States. Early in the COVID-19... More
SRCD Asian Caucus: Professor Judith Scott Recognized for New Study on Supporting Asian Parents in Discussing Racism
Professor Judith Scott from BU School of Social Work (BUSSW) was featured as a Spotlight member of the Society for... More
WAMC Northeast Public Radio: Professor Sprague Martinez & Nihaarika Sharma (SSW’22) Explore Impact of Long COVID on Immigrant Communities
Long COVID has emerged as another development of the COVID-19 public health emergency, where the virus causes permanent disabilities in... More