Language diversity in the U.S. is rarely represented in clinical trials, which rely mostly on English-speaking participants. In a significant step towards enhancing health equity, Profs. Luis Alvarez-Hernandez from Boston University School of Social Work (BUSSW) and Linda Sprague Martinez from the University of Connecticut received the FDA Health Equity Innovation Award to fund a […]
After a highly competitive national search last fall, Dr. Bianco was selected and appointed to the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor in Boston University School of Social Work’s (BUSSW) Macro Practice Department to fill an open approved Macro search position. This significant milestone reflects her extensive contributions to social work, gender studies, mental health, and […]
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 […]
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 […]
