Congratulations to Dr. Chris Schmitt, Assistant Professor in the Anthropology and Biology Departments for receiving the 2022 Susan K. Jackson Award. The Susan K. Jackson Award honors the late Susan K. Jackson, who served as a professor and administrator in the College of Arts and Sciences for over 30 years. Awardees embody her spirit in their dedication to helping others and nurturing community in CAS.
From Chris’s nominators:
“Christopher has worked diligently to strengthen community here at BU, particularly through his advocacy work for the LGBTQ+ community at BU. His ongoing involvement with multiple campus groups and centers… has encouraged a more open, positive, and inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ faculty, students, and staff across the university, both socially and academically.”
Congratulations to Chris on this well-deserved award!