Careers & Internships
Expanding the Meaning of Education
At BU Wheelock, we pride ourselves on the wide array of professions and opportunities that span education and human development. Although there is often a perception that careers in education mean mostly working in schools, I want to share one example of education work unrelated to the classroom. This semester, I’ve had the pleasure of […]
Learning to Teach in a New City
I have been studying abroad in London this semester, and as part of my semester abroad, I have had the privilege of interning with Inspire EBP, or Education Business Partnership. At first, I was admittedly nervous about my placement—I didn’t know anything about the working life in the UK, and the initial description felt outside […]
A Step Inside the Classroom
From the beginning, I have been captivated by BU Wheelock’s community and dedication to making a difference, evident in every facet of its curriculum. Throughout my freshman year, I delved into various career paths centered around education and found myself deeply intrigued by the world of teaching. It was in the classroom that I discovered […]
Lessons Learned as an Undergraduate
I was drawn to BU Wheelock because of its amazing community and passion for helping others, which can be felt in every course I take here. Throughout my freshman year, I researched many careers having to do with child development and discovered my passion and curiosity for pediatrics. In order to start this journey into […]
Student Voices: Optimism and Adaptation in the Face of COVID-19
As a child life student, I eagerly anticipated my child life internships throughout my academic career. I was excited to begin applying my theoretical knowledge and begin gaining hands-on experience in the field. Child life specialists are developmental experts who work to help children and their families cope with the stressors of hospitalization. They work […]
The Importance of Child Life and Family-Centered Care during COVID-19
The hospital can be a scary place for both kids and adults, regardless of a global health emergency, but COVID-19 has created an even more intimidating healthcare environment. It can be hard for people to connect with providers when half of their face is covered up by a mask, or when the provider quickly leaves […]