Over the summer, BU and Boston Medical Center collaborated with Roxbury high school students to design an overdose prevention program—largely developed by teenagers, for teenagers—that could help fill a critical education gap. Read More ➡️ spr.ly/63323AZX7P

For many young athletes, fall is the time to get back on the sports field. While most accept the risk of a twisted ankle or torn ACL, a new BU research warns of a quieter risk: repeated head impacts that can harm the brain—even without CTE. Read More ➡️ spr.ly/63326AkDzq

Alumni Weekend is just around the corner, and we can't wait to celebrate your class reunion with you! Whether you graduated in 2020, 2015, or 1975, join your fellow Terriers to reconnect where it all began. But hurry, time is running out! Register now ➡️ spr.ly/63324AV1U4

Aija Reke (CFA'15,'26) grew up in Latvia in a home without heat or running water, and her music education helped her create a new life for herself. Now pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts degree at BU, she wants to give the same gift to others. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63322ApvmC

On September 14, BU Field Hockey beat the fourth-ranked Eagles for the first time since 2016. Now, heading into Patriot League play on Friday, when they host American University, team members say they have the confidence they need 🏑 Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63328AT98M

On Monday, two BU faculty members were recognized for their exceptional teaching! CFA's Elizabeth Co received the Gitner Award, while Lei Tian from the College of Engineering was awarded the Provost’s Scholar-Teacher Award 🏆 Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63324ArDsM

The Back to BU Festival lineup is HERE! With returning favorites and newcomers to the festival stage, there will be something for everyone to enjoy—including a New England cookout. Join us Saturday, September 27, during Alumni Weekend! Register now ➡️ spr.ly/63322AROWE

In 2020, BU researcher and opera tenor David Guzmán discovered part of a long-forgotten opera. He spent the next four years reviving "El Caminante" by Eduardo Sánchez de Fuentes. Now, for the first time ever, it's available to stream 🎧 Listen here ➡️ spr.ly/63327AuFsL

Terrier Crossing 🚸🐾

When BU's Christopher Chen was a teenager, a knee injury sent him down a winding road of discovery about how the human body heals. Since then, he has dedicated his life to pushing the envelope in the field of biomedical engineering. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63320APi2r

Friday, October 10, join fellow alumni and friends in Athens, Greece, to welcome President Melissa Gilliam to the Boston University community! Enjoy a reception and conversation with President Gilliam and hear her vision for BU's future. Register now ➡️ spr.ly/63328Azxui

Today, flags across campus fly at half-staff to honor the victims and families affected by the attacks on September 11, 2001. Thank you to the brave first responders who served and protected that day. #NeverForget 🇺🇸 (📸: BU Photography)

This summer, eight BU students got a crash course in Civics 101! As BU City Scholar Summer Fellows, they spent 10 weeks working at Boston City Hall, interning with city councilors and for departments in Mayor Michelle Wu’s administration. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63321Azj19

Are you an 1839 Society Member? Friday, September 26, during Alumni Weekend, hear from University leadership, explore the School of Visual Arts alumni exhibition, and mingle with fellow Terriers during an exclusive 1839 Society reception! Register now ➡️ spr.ly/63320AK9kq

BU has appointed Kenneth Lutchen, a pioneering biomedical engineer and beloved member of the community, as its new VP and associate provost for research! He'll lead the University's research enterprise, spurring new and impactful advances 🔬 Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63320AKOX6

Last month, BU celebrated our 48th annual Day at Tanglewood! BU alumni, family, and friends gathered in Lenox, MA, for a phenomenal program featuring Saint-Saëns' Cello Concerto No. 1, conducted by Samy Rachid and performed by the renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma.

A new intern program at Boston Medical Center pairs Sargent students with recovering patients, giving our future healthcare workers practical, hands-on experience in a real medical environment 🩺 More here ➡️ spr.ly/63323Ay6GT

This Alumni Weekend, September 25–28, join us in celebrating the accomplishments of six exceptional Terriers during the 77th Best of BU Alumni Awards! Meet our award recipients and register for Alumni Weekend now! #ProudtoBU ❤️🐾 Learn more ➡️ spr.ly/63324AHBLi

Campus quiets down during the summer. Some students go home, some stay for classes, but what about everyone else? BU photographer Cydney Scott spent her summer photographing students who had jobs and internships on and off campus. Take a look ➡️ spr.ly/63325AGUxl

Entering: Boston University Central. Doors will open on the right 🚋

The Brink’s latest collection of news nuggets, short stories, and other thought-provoking snippets from the world of BU research—including using AI to spot Alzheimer’s signs and diagnose lung disease 🧠 Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63329ADwb7

Everyone's favorite trivia night is back! Saturday, September 27, get ready to put your knowledge to the test. Join fellow Terriers for a night of friendly competition and iconic nachos at Alumni Weekend's Taproom Trivia at Sunset Cantina! Register here ➡️ spr.ly/63325A8xOH

BU welcomed 23 new Menino Scholars and 52 Community Service Award winners—a group of students dedicated to learning and giving back. The scholarships, awarded to graduates of Boston Public Schools, represent BU’s commitment to the community. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63320A8pyK

Do you remember your first year at BU? As our newest Terriers finished their orientation, BU Today asked the Class of 2029 about their hopes, aspirations, and what they're most excited about in their first year at college. Watch here ➡️ spr.ly/63324A6PP4

After a quiet summer, it's always a joy to see our Terriers back on campus 🐾

Over 4,000 new BU students recently moved into their new homes on campus, excited to begin their college lives. BU Today spoke with families as they said goodbyes and shared their hopes and dreams for their newly minted college students ❤️🐾 Watch here ➡️ spr.ly/63321A6PMJ

As the summer winds down, thousands of new students made their way to BU. “This institution will challenge you in new ways, it will introduce you to new people and ideas,” President Gilliam told students at BU's 2025 Matriculation ceremony. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63329A63eJ

BU-trained pastry chef Kayla Tabb is teaching food literacy while keeping it fun as Boston Public Library’s newly appointed chef-in-residence. Since starting her residency, Tabb has been hosting free cooking demonstrations almost every week🍴 Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63322f429p

Alumni Weekend is just one month away! There's a lot to look forward to, and we can't wait to see you back on campus September 25–28. Not sure where to start? We've curated a list of some of our favorite events to make planning your weekend easier ❤️🐾 Check it out ➡️ spr.ly/63325fNoXv

Yellow? Green? Grey? Blue? No matter what you used, move-in season is back at BU! Welcome home, Terriers ❤️🐾 📸: BU Photography

This summer, four BU medical students spent a month on the ground in Malawi, a landlocked country in southeastern Africa, working to improve chlorination practices in rural communities to increase access to clean drinking water 🚰 Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63323f2bez

Welcome home, Terriers! Whether you're a first-year student or returning to campus, the BU Student Alumni Association is excited to help you kick off your fall semester. Come find us at any (or all) of these upcoming events! ❤️🐾 Want to learn more about the SAA? Click here ➡️ spr.ly/63320fFLvQ

When you support BU club sports, you're not just enabling students to play a sport they love—you're helping them build a community. We spoke with Graeme Jackson (Questrom’27) to see how the Men's Water Polo team has shaped his BU experience. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63323fFl4H

Ever wondered what it’s like to intern at Google? Join Laura Chaustre (Questrom'26), a rising Boston University senior and ads marketing intern, as she takes you through her exciting day at Google’s Mountain View headquarters! Watch here ➡️ spr.ly/63325fFnTD

Soaking up every last moment of summer on the BU Beach 🌞🏖️

Margrit Betke, a College of Arts & Sciences professor of computer science, is being remembered as a brilliant BU scholar and a devoted mentor by colleagues and current and former students. She passed away on August 13. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63320fIsqA

After a 30+ year career in computer programming, Lorinda Visnick (CAS’87) just completed an internship at the Massachusetts State House, where most of her fellow interns were a third of her age. She spoke with Bostonia about her experience. Learn more ➡️ spr.ly/63322fxW4e

Alumni Weekend is fun for the whole family! September 25–28, join friends, family, and fellow Terriers on campus for a weekend like no other. From BU Night at Fenway to the Back to BU Beach Festival, there's something for everyone—at every age! Register now ➡️ spr.ly/63321fa7D9

Talk about a sweet assignment! Students in one SHA summer course worked with the new Museum of Ice Cream to improve customer experiences, drawing on aspects of marketing, behavioral science, data science, and operational management 🍦 Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63326fal8y

BU and beyond ❤️🐾

Tomorrow, August 20, join the Austin Alumni Network for an exciting evening at Electric Shuffle! Meet fellow BU alumni in the Greater Austin area, play a few rounds of shuffleboard, and enjoy refreshments with friends old and new. Register here ➡️ spr.ly/63328fvizq

In many ways, Jiajun “Bruno” Yin is a typical BU student, balancing studies while pursuing his passion for coffee and hanging out with friends. But he also owns and runs a restaurant 7,000 miles away in his hometown of Yinchuan, China ☕ Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63327fvizz

Registration is open for our Presidential Welcome Tour event in Athens, Greece! October 10 and 11, be part of this exclusive event series to meet and hear from President Melissa Gilliam as she shares her vision for the University's future. Register now ➡️ spr.ly/63323fQfgB

In his latest book, A Living: Working-Class Americans Talk to Their Doctor, SPH professor Michael Stein illustrates the daily realities of Americans with physically demanding jobs and how it impacts their relationship with the healthcare system 🩺 Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63321fQ5FB

#ProudtoBU: Boston University has placed 43rd on the inaugural “Top Colleges in the US” list compiled by LinkedIn! The list includes schools with undergraduate programs that best set their alumni up for long-term career success. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63326fSCeC

From London to Shanghai, Terriers make up a truly global community! September 27, join your fellow international alumni back on campus during Alumni Weekend for a special reception at the Duan Family Center for Computing & Data Sciences. Register now ➡️ spr.ly/63329fSVJV

BU has appointed a new vice president and secretary of the Board of Trustees! Andrew Forsyth, previously at Yale University, will assume the role previously held by Erika Geetter, who now serves on President Melissa Gilliam's cabinet. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63320fq7Ej

BUMC vibes ❤️🐾

Wednesday, August 20, join the Austin Alumni Network for an exciting evening at Electric Shuffle! Meet fellow BU alumni in the Greater Austin area, play a few rounds of shuffleboard, and enjoy refreshments with friends old and new. Register here ➡️ spr.ly/63323fUcAH

Alicia (Kovarsky) Miller (CGS’07, CAS’09) took part in BU alumni events for nearly a decade before becoming cochair of the Chicago Alumni Network in 2022. Since then, she has been hard at work building a community for Terriers in Chicagoland. Read more ➡️ spr.ly/63329fUYNP