Black History Month
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These BU Researchers Were Just Named AAAS Fellows
“Standout individuals” honored for advancing our knowledge of birth of planets, imaging and microscopy, and organic semiconductors
Marriage
Why Are Women around the World Opting Out of Marriage?
New book from BU anthropologist Joanna Davidson explores how women are moving away from traditional marriage arrangements
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The Condom Fairy Turns 10
Looking back on a decade of safer sex and public health programming
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Terriers, What Is Your Favorite BU Class?
Our new podcast will highlight some popular, favorite, or offbeat classes by having students tell us what they learned
January 20, 2023
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Getting to Know Your Neighborhood: Roxbury
A place rich in history, diversity
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Creamy Broccoli, Spinach, and Herb Soup with Crispy Capers
Fresh herbs and salty capers round out this velvety soup
January 30, 2023
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Mix Religion and Politics? For these STH Alums, You Bet
A divine calling leads STH alums into public service, from advising a congresswoman to advocating for the environment
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50 Years After Roe v. Wade, What Do the Next 50 Years Look Like?
Scholars, lawyers, and public health officials from across the country gathered at BU Thursday to discuss what’s coming next
January 26, 2023
Maternal Health
A Mother Charged with Killing Her Children: A Possible Explanation for the Unthinkable
Q&A with a BMC nurse-midwife on the importance of recognizing and treating postpartum depression and psychosis
Today’s Close-up
Karaoke, Anyone?
Sydney Villegas (CAS’24) (left) and Stella Lee (CFA’24) were among those taking the stage at BU Central January 28 for an evening of live music by the band Maxxtone. Performers sang along to a variety of popular pop, country, and rock tunes. Oh, and what’s a night of fun and singing without some noshing—provided by El Pelón Taqueria—all courtesy of the Student Activities Office. Photo by William Chapman (COM’26)
Photo by William Chapman (COM’26)
Valentine's Day
Love Yourself First This Valentine’s Day with Words of Encouragement
BU Today wants your messages of affirmation, self-care, and self-love
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Should We Break Up with Gas Stoves?
After gas stoves take some heat in political culture wars, a BU public health expert says there are good reasons to switch to electric—but there are safety steps you can take in the meantime
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Sunset Cantina Reopens, with an Alum a Co-owner
Catarina Chang (SHA’11) says the Mexican eatery’s “fun vibe” remains
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Are You a Novid, or COVID Super-Dodger—Someone Who’s Never Had COVID? Science Has Some Clues Why
BU infectious diseases expert Sabrina Assoumou says researchers are working to understand why some people have avoided the virus or showed no symptoms when infected
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What’s It Like to Be a Music Supervisor for a TV Show? Just Ask Thomas Golubić (COM’93)
Emmy nominee behind the music for shows like Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul brings his skills to AMC’s The Mayfair Witches
January 23, 2023
Things-To-Do
The Week Ahead: January 30 to February 5
Our new weekly feature delivers a curated list of what’s coming up around campus, Boston, the country, and the world, so you can plan ahead
Mental Health
Faculty & Staff Assistance Office: a Valuable Resource for BU Employees and Their Families
Trained staff provide free and confidential counseling for personal and work-related challenges
Center for Career Development
Prepping Students for a Tight Job Market
Alumni Engagement, the Newbury Center, and the Center for Career Development team up for new event series
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- Celebrate Black History Month with These Books, Films, Albums, and Podcasts
- Getting to Know Your Neighborhood: Roxbury
- Creamy Broccoli, Spinach, and Herb Soup with Crispy Capers
Business & Law
- 50 Years After Roe v. Wade, What Do the Next 50 Years Look Like?
- As Book Bans Increase Across the Country a BU Scholar Is Fighting Back
- How Smart Technology Is Outsmarting Criminals
Campus Life
- Prepping Students for a Tight Job Market
- Faculty & Staff Assistance Office: a Valuable Resource for BU Employees and Their Families
- BU’s Red-Hot Hutson Brothers Help Fuel Terriers’ Hockey Success
Health & Medicine
- The Condom Fairy Turns 10
- Faculty & Staff Assistance Office: a Valuable Resource for BU Employees and Their Families
- A Mother Charged with Killing Her Children: A Possible Explanation for the Unthinkable
In the City
- Getting to Know Your Neighborhood: Roxbury
- The Week Ahead: January 30 to February 5
- The Weekender: January 26 to 29
Science & Technology
- Photo Gallery: BU’s Newest Building Is a Big Hit
- How Smart Technology Is Outsmarting Criminals
- POV: With ChatGPT’s Arrival, Should Educators Be Mourning the End of the College Essay?
Sports
- BU’s Red-Hot Hutson Brothers Help Fuel Terriers’ Hockey Success
- Bombs Away! BU Women’s Basketball Team Leads Nation in 3-Point Shooting
- For Grad Student Maggie Pina, Excelling at One Sport Isn’t Enough
University News
- Video: Behind the Scenes at BU’s Photonics Center
- Kate Walsh, CEO of Boston Medical Center, Leaving to Lead Massachusetts Health and Human Services Department
- Photo Gallery: BU’s Newest Building Is a Big Hit
Voices & Opinion
- POV: Again and Again. Mass Shootings Continue Unabated in the United States
- POV: With ChatGPT’s Arrival, Should Educators Be Mourning the End of the College Essay?
- Q&A: BU Deaf Student on the Impact of Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids