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Prof. Gómez Elected to Board of Directors for The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation
Prof. Jennifer M. Gómez from BU School of Social Work has been elected to The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD) board of directors. The ISSTD is a professional association dedicated to increasing education and resources on the effects of trauma and dissociation. The ISSTD offers... More
LA Times: Prof. Keefe Calls Out Nikki Haley’s “Grumpy Old Men” Campaign for Ageism
Nikki Haley’s viral “Grumpy Old Men” campaign pokes fun at the ages of President Biden and former President Trump, causing many to question whether these tactics are ageist. Prof. Bronwyn Keefe from BU School of Social Work shared her expertise on why society considers mocking the aging socially acceptable, but... More
Bostonia: CADER Certified Firefighter Abdul Jabbar Muhammad (MSW’25) Shares His Journey to Achieve a Master of Social Work Degree
Abdul Jabbar Muhammad (MSW’25) talked to BU’s Bostonia about his experiences as a firefighter and how they shaped his decision to pursue certification from the Center for Aging Education & Research (CADER) at BU School of Social Work (BUSSW). After completing CADER courses, Muhammad enrolled in the School’s MSW Pathways... More
BU Today: Prof. Keefe Uses Her Aging Expertise to Analyze Nikki Haley’s “Grumpy Old Men” Campaign
Nikki Haley's latest ad campaign targets President Biden and former President Trump, depicting them as "Grumpy Old Men.” The campaign aims to highlight similarities between the two rivals while questioning their mental fitness, but some may view it as ageist. In an interview with BU Today, Prof. Bronwyn Keefe from... More
BU School of Social Work Names New Leadership Team for Alumni Board Association
On January 1, 2024, a new leadership team for the alumni association board began its term at Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW). Angela Yarde (SSW ’97) takes on the role of president and Kristina Whiton-O’Brien (SSW ‘95) was named vice president. Past president Dan Do (SSW ‘13, SPH ‘14, More
The Brink: Prof. Lombe’s Work to Reduce the Impact of War & Displacement on Women Refugees Is Featured
Women refugees are at higher risk of gender-based violence, but the United Nations and other global organizations fail to support these vulnerable groups as much as they should. Prof. Margaret Lombe from BU School of Social Work, an expert in the refugee human rights crisis, talked to The Brink about... More
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 program, an initiative launched in 2022 by Associate Dean for Research Hyeouk Chris Hahm to provide direct financial support for innovative proposals by BUSSW faculty members. Funding for the 2023-2024 academic... More
1/26: BUSSW Faculty Join Dr. Nabila El-Bassel for Conversation on Social Work Leadership in Substance Use Treatment and Social Justice Advocacy
The Grayken Center for Addiction at Boston Medical Center partners with the Center for Innovation in Social Work & Health (CISWH) at Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) to present a panel discussion exploring social work leadership at the intersection of substance use treatment and social justice advocacy. Dr. Nabila... More
Prof. Augsberger Selected as 2024 Fellow for The Society for Social Work and Research
The Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR) selected Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) faculty member Astraea Augsberger, PhD, as a 2024 SSWR Fellow – a distinguished honor recognizing outstanding service and scholarship in social work research. Her selection acknowledges her commitment to SSWR’s mission of creating a... More
1/23: NY State Youth Justice Institute Taps Prof. Spencer for Her Expertise in Youth Initiated Mentoring
Prof. Renée Spencer from BU School of Social Work will share her expertise on youth-initiated mentoring (YIM) at a virtual event hosted by the New York State Youth Justice Institute. Prof. Spencer will introduce the concept of YIM, which encourages young people to identify adults in their existing social networks... More