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Human Potential Transformed

At Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development, our faculty, staff, students, and alumni are changing society through action. Our academic programs prepare professionals who dismantle systemic barriers and create positive change for all children and families.

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Where Research Becomes Action

Innovative, relevant, and timely research. Strong, authentic partnerships. BU Wheelock is home to outstanding researchers whose work is having an impact at Boston University and beyond. We work with our community partners to use that knowledge to address the challenges they face. And our graduate and undergraduate students have the opportunity to engage in and learn from these partnerships.

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By the Numbers

58 K+

Alumni worldwide

60 %

of all applicants were offered a scholarship over the last two years

$ 17.8 M

in external research funds awarded in 2022

19

Research Centers, Institutes & Labs

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Catalysts for Change

BU Wheelock faculty, staff, students, and alumni write about some of the issues and challenges they care about most. Read our blog to learn more about their perspectives, research findings, and opinions on emerging trends, issues, and developments within their fields.

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Upcoming Events

Admissions Faculty Events

PhD in Counseling Psychology & Applied Human Development Info Session

Day: Thursday Oct 10th Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Zoom
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Counseling (EdM) Information Session (Sport, Mental, School)

Day: Wednesday Oct 16th Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Zoom
University Calendar Student Events Workshops, Presentations & Conferences Alumni Events Professional Development Faculty Events Staff Events

Conversations with the Dean: How AI will Change Education

Day: Thursday Oct 17th Time: 3:00pm - 3:45pm Virtual/Zoom
University Calendar Student Events Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Alumni Events Faculty Events Staff Events

Film Screening with Panel: Healing Nation

Day: Thursday Oct 17th Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm Alan & Sherry Leventhal Center, 233 Bay State Road
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2023 BU Wheelock Magazine cover showcasing Anthony Jack with a headline reading "College is for Everybody"

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Giving

In all our work, we're grateful to our supporters who join us in the belief that education and positive development are the most powerful tools we have for promoting equity and social justice, and for ensuring that all human beings have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

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