Associate Professor Astraea Augsberger assumes leadership of the PhD in Social Work program at Boston University School of Social Work’s (BUSSW) this month. The role was previously held by Associate Professor Daniel P. Miller who fostered change and growth in the program since July 2019, including developing and teaching classes while mentoring students. In making […]
BU School of Social Work (BUSSW) faculty researchers Alicia Mendez and Peter Treitler received a $50,000 grant from the Institute for Research on Poverty (IRP) to support families grappling with substance use disorder and the child welfare system. Their research responds to a need for effective integrative services that address the substance use and […]
Professor Renée Spencer has been appointed associate dean for faculty affairs at BU School of Social Work (BUSSW) beginning September 1, 2024. Spencer has been a faculty member at BUSSW since 2002 and is well-positioned for this new role having served as department chair twice, first as chair of the Human Behavior department from […]
As the average age of people experiencing homelessness continues to increase, programs across the country are addressing a critical gap between hospital discharge and unsheltered living by providing respite care to older homeless individuals. These programs provide crucial support, but challenges remain, including limited permanent housing options and concerns about the quality of care these […]