BU Today
POV: New Laws Threaten Educators Who Teach History
Kaylene Stevens’ editorial discusses the new “divisive-concept” laws that are sweeping the country—and stifling history teachers’ free speech.
How to Talk to Kids about the Israel-Hamas War
Jeffrey Young shares tips on how to discuss the Israel–Hamas conflict with children in an age-appropriate, sensitive way.
Post Affirmative Action, Will Campuses Welcome Economically Disadvantaged Students?
A panel led by senior lecturer Raul Fernandez discussed the future of diversity in higher education after the Supreme Court decision restricting the use of race in admissions.
Wheelock’s David Chard Leaving as Dean, Proud of Faculty and Staff Who Built Something Together
After many years of dedicated service, Dean David Chard has decided to step down at the end of the 2023–24 academic year.
Why Are We Obsessed with Barbie? And Why Is Barbie Still Here?
Clinical instructor Ann Herzog explores the cultural significance of Barbie—and why we’re still obsessed with her.
Wheelock College Launches New Online Master’s in Social Justice Education
Clinical associate professor Felicity Crawford discusses BU Wheelock’s new online master’s degree in Education for Equity & Social Justice.
From Wheelock to Washington
Associate professor Joshua Goodman talks about the year he spent working as an economic advisor for the Biden administration.
POV: We Need to Be Better at Teaching Kids to Read
Dean David Chard on why an improved approach to reading education is vital to children’s long-term success.
Sociologist and Scholar Anthony Abraham Jack’s Mission: Create a More Welcoming Campus
New faculty member Anthony Abraham Jack wants to create a campus more welcoming to first-generation and low-income students.
Wheelock’s Melissa Holt to Lead Kilachand Honors College
Associate professor Melissa Holt was recently named the new director of Boston University’s Kilachand Honors College.