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APA Monitor: BUSSW Professor Paris’ Work is Changing Mental Healthcare for Young Children https://t.co/pR5i5OeiSC

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Is the #ChildTaxCredit helping families equally? BUSSW Prof. Dolores Acevedo-Garcia calls out policy failures in the current administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” that neglects the most vulnerable population – children. https://t.co/HIhUz6eSaP

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Infant and early childhood mental health #IECMH professionals provide critical services across Massachusetts. A new report and online tool by BUSSW researchers and @mspccboston explore workforce needs and how to meet them.

Learn more ⬇️ https://t.co/h0WjnHZ4k6

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We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Jennifer M. Gómez has been promoted to Associate Professor with tenure! Learn more about her impact on the school and the social work field as a respected researcher, scholar, author, and speaker: https://t.co/mtbn7evlaX https://t.co/gXplLwgpaV

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In #28DaysLater, victims of a “rage virus” commit mindless attacks that lead to societal ruin.

BUSSW Prof. Phillipe Copeland @PTheeEducator draws parallels between this fictional epidemic & the current US political climate in a new article on @Medium. https://t.co/KiUWjQomST

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Congratulations to Lyndsey McMahan, our director of inclusive pedagogy, for being selected for the inaugural CSWE Teaching Academy! Learn more: https://t.co/ZxA4g3vXVX https://t.co/zBma7C4tOA

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Hubie Jones, dean emeritus and a pioneering force in Boston’s civic landscape, received WBUR’s first-ever Community Honors Award in recognition of his decades-long impact on education, equity, and community empowerment. Learn more: https://t.co/RmqG9Vse77 https://t.co/cKmoPQAG43

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In a recent article, Prof. Copeland delves into the resurgence of white nationalism and its implications for democracy worldwide. Read the full piece here: https://t.co/MgkEYPvUWM https://t.co/cE7KkElKMV

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What does Black joy look like on screen? Prof. Copeland explores joy as an act of resistance and survival in his analysis of the film “Sinners” for TAP Magazine. https://t.co/lONdAxgDiC https://t.co/4M0HZi7Dxr

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Millions of U.S. citizen children have at least one immigrant parent, and they could be harmed by a GOP proposal to cut access to food, health care, and housing benefits.
Prof. Acevedo-García shares why in a New York Times article. https://t.co/nKy2CFF8tN https://t.co/RuYahO8Kmb

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The smiles, the speeches, the celebration — it’s all in our 2025 Commencement photo gallery and recap! Check out the highlights here: https://t.co/UqZSRAFZ25 https://t.co/snYKHVDXjP

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To address mental health disparities among Asian American women, Prof. Hahm offered culturally responsive solutions through her AWARE model at Cal State. Learn more: https://t.co/z0VutWn929 https://t.co/a2WMFNWPqU

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Meet BUSSW alum Caren and Annica Hunter, the incredible mother-daughter duo who both graduated from Boston University in 2025. Read their inspiring story: https://t.co/u5SnKvJVyw https://t.co/HSY7Ews4uj

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Why do people keep secrets in romantic relationships, and what happens when they come to light? BUSSW Prof. Mark Gianino explores these questions on @WCAI_NPR's The Point: https://t.co/58d0uqK24Q

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Congratulations Brittany DeBarros (MSW’26) on receiving the 2025 Whitney M. Young, Jr. Fellowship! Learn more about her dedication to advancing equity and mental health access in marginalized communities: https://t.co/bUCQuT4bGY

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CISWH Dir. Tami Gouveia discusses how the Trump administration closely follows Project 2025, despite public denials. Learn more on WBUR's On Point: https://t.co/bdc7FjE9Xp

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In Word in Black, Prof. Copeland discusses Pope Leo XIV's Black ancestry, emphasizing that race is fundamentally about power and how the Pope's acknowledgment of his heritage could challenge prevailing narratives: https://t.co/y4oe1nVxqJ

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We’re thrilled to announce Prof. Judith Scott has been elected treasurer of the SRCD Black Caucus, a key organization promoting the well-being of Black children and families. Learn more: https://t.co/YvIqFsMFxi https://t.co/sXu3i1SssE

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Congratulations to Prof. Christina Lee, recipient of the 2025 Dora Goldstein Diversity in the Sciences Award from the Research Society on Alcohol! https://t.co/WsL4fsmh6d

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We’re thrilled to announce the Initiative on Cities 2025 Public Impact Scholars cohort! This year, 20 BU researchers will take part in a multi-day workshop (happening next week!) to equip them with skills to translate their research into meaningful policy and societal impact.