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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

$ 1.69 M

in external research funds awarded in 2023

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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

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Conversations with the Dean: The First 100 Days

Day: Thursday Feb 20th Time: 3:00pm - 3:45pm Online/Zoom
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Realizing Radical Hope Speaker Series: Antero Garcia and Nicole Mirra

Day: Thursday Feb 20th Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm Earl Center for Learning & Innovation, 55 Pilgrim Road, Fenway Campus

BU Wheelock Winter Visit Day

Day: Friday Feb 21st Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm Wheelock, Lobby, 2 Silber Way
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Banned: Emerging Scholars from States Where DEI is Under Assault

Day: Friday Feb 21st Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm Howard Thurman Center, 808 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215
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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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