Thriving in the Middle School Years
March 27–28, 2025
Location(s)
Day 1, March 27: George Sherman Union (GSU), Boston University, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, 2nd Floor. Google maps
Day 2, March 28: Metcalf Trustee Center, Boston University, One Silber Way. Google maps
Getting to the Forum
From Kenmore Square T: George Sherman Union is located .7 miles away and the Metcalf Trustee Center is .2 miles away. Public transportation, carpooling, and ride-sharing are highly encouraged.
Via Public Transportation
Public transportation is available to the Forum via Boston’s MBTA.
MBTA Green Line (B-line) stops:
- George Sherman Union: BU Central
- Metcalf Trustee Center: Blandford Street
From Logan Airport
A taxi from Logan International Airport, a taxi will cost $40-$50 and take 20 to 50 minutes (depending on traffic). Uber and Lyft services are also available, as well as public transportation via the MBTA.
Parking
Parking at a discounted rate ($12) has been reserved for Forum attendees for both Thursday and Friday at Warren Towers Garage/Lot K, located at 700 Commonwealth Ave. Enter the Warren Towers Garage via the parking entrance on Hinsdale Mall. Google maps
Parking meters around BU’s campus are free after 6 pm.
Lodging
Several hotels are within a short distance of Boston University. Many Boston-area hotels offer special rates and discounts to the BU community, as well as their family and friends. Check out a list of local hotels (expand the hotel tab).
For more information and further assistance planning your trip to Boston, visit the Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Accessibility
If you did not request accommodations upon registration, please reach out right away to wheelockevents@bu.edu.
Food and Dietary Needs
Complimentary food and drink will be provided at Thursday’s reception and on Friday (morning tea/coffee and pastries and a box lunch). We’ve attempted to accommodate a variety of dietary needs in our menu planning. However, in the case of concerns or a severe allergy, speak to a member of the catering waitstaff at the event or contact wheelockevents@bu.edu prior to the event.
If Your Plans Change
We understand plans change. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration or contact us so that we can free up your seat to another guest.
Questions?
Contact BU Wheelock Events by email at wheelockevents@bu.edu. We will also send you a final confirmation five days before the conference with last details.