Boston University Researchers to Examine Impact of Legalized Gambling in $2.5M Study. Funding from Massachusetts Gaming Commission will drive research on social and economic impacts, including student behavior.

Help us imagine the future of our campuses for a chance to win tickets to the men’s or women’s Beanpot tournaments or one of 10 $100 Amazon gift cards. BU has launched an interactive Campus Framework survey to gather your input on the use of BU’s physical spaces and desired changes.

“Hello, darkness, my old friend.” — Don't forget to set your clocks back, Terriers. 🕑🔄🕐

📱 Meet some IGS affiliates in our take on the viral #PassthePhone challenge! Our research community convenes experts from theology to engineering, all pursuing a sustainable, resilient future: www.bu.edu/igs/people/d...

@comatbu.bsky.social launched the Center for Media Innovation & Social Impact (MISI) in spring 2025, aiming to restore trust in science, democracy, and community. “This center aims to help society realize its potential through effective communication,” states COM Dean Mariette DiChristina (COM’86).

New BU Hub class teaches students how to navigate the U.S. healthcare system. — Healthcare Literacy 101: a collaboration between former classmates and Student Health Services.

Boston University’s College of Fine Arts reimagines A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Dream, a 90-minute production powered by Random Actor, a BU-developed software using motion capture and generative AI to project interactive visuals and add spontaneous energy to every performance. More ⬇️

Over 200 BU students will join the DS+X Hackathon on Oct. 25–26 at the Center for Computing & Data Sciences. Hosted by BU Spark! and CDS, the event challenges students to apply data science to fields like health, climate, art, and AI in a new setting. More here ⬇️

BU Community Defines 8 Values That Will Shape the University for Generations. From integrity to inclusion to community to service and more, the values were reached through a year-long community-driven process.

You are why pursuing new ideas benefits society. Find out how a new device from the Boston University College of Engineering labs enables doctors to spot risky skin lesions right in their offices, improving early cancer detection. Learn more ➡️ www.bu.edu/you-are-why/...

Boston University biomedical engineer Christopher Chen has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine, which recognizes professional achievement and commitment to volunteer service. More here ⬇️

Two inventions at the cutting-edge of technology and health, both created at Boston University, have been recognized by Fast Company in its 2025 World Changing Ideas Awards list. More here ⬇️

Her whole life, Naomi Caselli, whose first languages are American Sign Language and English, has wrestled with complex questions about language. At BU, she’s turned them into research questions. More here ⬇️

Welcome back to “Connecting With…,” a series highlighting the incredible faculty and staff that make Boston University tick. This month, in honor of World Mental Health Month, we’re connecting with Erika Thomson, LICSW, Assistant Director of Outreach and Prevention.

The peace deal announced this week between Israel and Hamas is enormously ambitious and faces many hurdles, says a veteran US diplomat now teaching at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies. But, he adds, it has a real chance to succeed. More here ⬇️

NASA's Space Weather Mission has successfully launched, featuring a device developed by students from BU onboard. The observatory aims to explore the Earth's outermost atmospheric layer, a project spearheaded by a BU graduate. More here ⬇️

You are why Parkinson’s symptoms may stop slowing us down. Find out how Terry Ellis and her team at Boston University’s Center for Neurorehabilitation are using wearable sensors and music to support those with Parkinson’s in their daily journeys. Learn more ➡️ www.bu.edu/you-are-why/...

Hunting for a job, an internship, or exploring careers? The Center for Career Development launches new virtual career center and internship gateway. Learn more ⬇️

This year, BU will observe World Mental Health Day with free screenings for depression and anxiety, as well as a month-long series of events dedicated to mental healthcare. More here ⬇️

Two innovative technologies from Boston University have been recognized by Fast Company in its 2025 World Changing Ideas Awards. These include biosensors for improved fertility monitoring and a cost-effective technology to accelerate MRI scans. More here ⬇️

Boston University has launched the "You Are Why" campaign to emphasize the significance of research. President Melissa Gilliam notes that the initiative seeks to engage supporters, elected officials, and new partners in collaborating on research that tackles current issues. More here ⬇️

How Might the Federal Government Shutdown Affect BU? Student aid will continue and researchers should work on existing grants, but new awards might be delayed. More here ⬇️

The Quack-tastic Collaboration That Ended in Mystery. Boston Public Garden’s iconic Make Way for Ducklings sculptures were dressed by BU alum Ameera Hammouda’s clothing brand.

SPH professor competes on two episodes of jeopardy! Prasad Patil appeared on the September 26 and September 29 episodes of the game show, earning more than $35,000 in winnings.

New England Patriots legend Ted Johnson will be at WBUR CitySpace for an inspiring conversation about mental health, resilience, and his personal journey through the challenges of life in the NFL. 🏈 🗓 Thursday, October 9 🕖 7–9 p.m. EDT (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.) 📍 WBUR CitySpace More here ⬇️

At 12:01 am on October 1, the federal government went into shutdown mode, after Congressional leaders failed to agree on a spending deal to fund government operations and services. What will this mean for BU? Read on ⬇️

You are why scientific progress never stops. Learn how our experts are developing new ways to detect CTE in living people. Read on ➡️ www.bu.edu/you-are-why/...

Boston University’s Board of Trustees elected two new members this fall, adding to its deep well of individuals with experience in business, education, and healthcare. Rod F. Hochman (CAMED’79, CAS’79) and Kamal Bahamdan (ENG’94) both joined the board this semester. More here ⬇️

On Monday, President Trump linked autism to acetaminophen, advising pregnant women to avoid Tylenol. Helen Tager-Flusberg said this misrepresents research on pain management in pregnancy and autism, which affects 1 in 31 U.S. children and is mainly tied to genetics. More here ⬇️

With the possibility of a COVID-19 surge, the cooler months may bring aches, fevers, sore throats, and sniffles. Boston University has announced flu and COVID vaccination clinics on its Charles River and Medical Campuses. More here ⬇️

Four hours south of Anchorage, in a popular Alaskan tourist spot, Helena Shenk spent her summer swapping the classroom for the coastline. The rising senior, a marine science major, secured an internship at the Kachemak Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. More here ⬇️

You are why, when we work together, our impact multiplies. Watch President Gilliam explain how partnership powers Boston University’s progress. Learn more ➡️ www.bu.edu/you-are-why/...

Alumni Weekend 2025 promises to be a fun-filled four days, with more than 70 events plus all-new programming and a few special celebrations—many open to the entire BU community. Here are 10 ways you can celebrate ⬇️

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded Boston University a prestigious $4.5 million grant to further women’s health research and spur career growth for young investigators. More here ⬇️

The leaders behind tomorrow’s energy technologies—from self-cleaning solar panels to heat-storing ceramics—will gather on Boston University’s Charles River Campus on Friday, September 26, for the BU College of Engineering’s 2025 Catalyst Summit: Engineering a Smarter Energy Future. More here ⬇️

Calling all runners and walkers at BU! You're invited to the 23rd Annual Brian J. Honan 5K. 🗓️ 9/28 at noon 📍CVS Parking lot | 181 Brighton Ave, Allston Register for free using code "BU"! Details ➡️ spr.ly/63329AD0T5

Andrey Fradkin, a marketing associate professor at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business, considers job platforms essential for decision-making insights. He recently published a study on how small details in job listings influence application decisions. More here ⬇️

The BU Condom Fairy program is back for the school year with increased supplies, customization options, and an improved ordering system for better accessibility. Run by Student Health Services (SHS), it reopened for orders earlier this month with several student-driven enhancements. More here ⬇️

Academy Award-winning actor/director Robert Redford passed away on September 16 at age 89, leaving a legacy as a Hollywood icon. His life and career are preserved at BU, where his personal scripts are kept at the Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center. More here ➡️ spr.ly/63324AkY5y

At 2 am on a Sunday in March 2025, twelve scientists sat in tense silence at BU's College of Engineering lab. A spacecraft, after 40 days in space, was descending toward the moon, carrying a BU-designed telescope to capture views of Earth's magnetic field. Learn more in the link in the comments ⬇️

The exterior of Warren Towers may offer few clues, but significant progress was made this summer on the major construction project underway at Boston University’s largest residence. Read more about the renovation here ➡️ spr.ly/63327AVOib

Calling all runners and walkers at BU! You're invited to the 23rd Annual Brian J. Honan 5K. 🗓️ 9/28 at noon 📍CVS Parking lot | 181 Brighton Ave, Allston Register for free using code "BU"! Details ➡️ spr.ly/63329AD0rF

Robert Redford’s mysterious, and Little-known, tie to Boston University. The late legendary actor and director’s collection of annotated scripts and personal papers at the Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center sheds new light on his career. But what happened to his diary?

For many young athletes and weekend warriors, fall is the time to get back on the sports field. New Boston University research suggests they might also be putting their brain health on the line. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63326AVyuw

Here's our guide for some of the best places to visit while strolling through the Fenway-Kenmore neighborhood ➡️ spr.ly/63325AVJWc

A new paper from a Boston University-led research team finds that this extreme heat has caused a breakdown in the mutualistic relationship of clownfish, also called anemonefish, and anemones and has resulted in a population collapse in the central Red Sea. Details ⬇️

TerrierGPT, a new offering from Boston University’s AI Development Accelerator and IS&T, provides BU community members with free access to leading AI chatbots, including OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google Gemini. Details ⬇️

Calling all runners and walkers at BU! You're invited to the 23rd Annual Brian J. Honan 5K. 🗓️ 9/28 at noon 📍CVS Parking lot | 181 Brighton Ave, Allston Register for free using code "BU"! Details ➡️ spr.ly/63321AD0Rl

We reached out to the BU Police Department, asking them to put together some recommendations on steps you can take to ensure your safety on and off campus, and what you can do to protect your personal property. They also talk about resources available on campus and apps to download.

BU will honor two faculty members for their outstanding teaching. Elizabeth Co from CAS will receive the Gitner Award, and Lei Tian from ENG will be awarded the Provost’s Scholar-Teacher Award.