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Women of Wheelock: Alums Who Inspire
In celebration of Women’s History Month, we are proud to spotlight the incredible alumnae from BU Wheelock who have made significant and lasting contributions across a wide range of fields. These trailblazers, educators, activists, storytellers, and leaders embody the spirit of excellence, resilience, and innovation that define BU Wheelock. From advocating for social justice and […]
Lucy Wheelock’s Legacy Resonates During Women’s History Month
Women’s History Month is the perfect time to reflect on the many trailblazing women who have shaped the world around us. At Boston University, Wheelock College of Education & Human Development carries with it a unique history—one rooted in the vision of Lucy Wheelock, a powerful advocate for education. Lucy Wheelock’s legacy resonates deeply with […]
The Impact of Racism in the Early Years
While much of what we know about racism is from the vantage point of adults, not children, a new supplemental issue of a top early childhood research journal, Early Childhood Research Quarterly (ECRQ), aims to raise awareness—among researchers, policymakers, advocates, and health and education practitioners—about the effects of racism on the development of infants, toddlers, […]
Higher Education at a Crossroads
In an era of scrutiny and skepticism, American higher education faces many challenges – political threats to elite institutions, economic dilemmas for most of the rest, and deep concerns among those who learn, teach, and work in our universities. These challenges suggest that new qualities of leadership may be needed in higher education, as well […]
New Year, New Potential
As the new dean of BU Wheelock, Penny Bishop is taking up many mantles, including as host of the webinar series, Conversations with the Dean. But the first webinar of the year flipped the script on the usual format, with BU Wheelock faculty member Anthony Abraham Jack asking the questions. “This month we called an […]