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Boston University’s African American Studies Program building in Brookline. AFAM is expanding its program by offering more courses starting in the Spring. COURTESY OF BOSTON UNIVERSITY AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES PROGRAM

African American Studies expands course offerings starting Spring 2021

Ellie Yeo December 1, 2020
In response to rising student demand for humanities courses on Black studies and systemic racism, the BU's AFAM will expand its course offerings beginning in the Spring 2021 semester. 
Boston University’s Department of English held a town hall for faculty and students Friday to discuss ways the department can improve diversity in its curriculum and faculty. ILLUSTRATION BY LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU English Department considering ways to boost diversity in curriculum, faculty

Emily Stevenson November 9, 2020
BU’s English Department is asking for student input while trying to reform its curriculum by addressing concerns about diversity of faculty, courses and literature within the department.
Instead of teaching normal course material on Tuesday and Wednesday, the English Department at Boston University will participate in the national #ScholarStrike to educate students about racism and violence against people of color. ILLUSTRATION BY LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

English Department professors to halt class schedules, shine light on racism

Jane Avery September 8, 2020
Boston University’s English Department will participate in the national #ScholarStrike, a movement that will pause classes Tuesday and Wednesday for instructors to teach about racism, injustice, and physical or emotional violence against people of color.

Several Boston University faculty members earn rank of full professor

Daily Free Press Admin March 23, 2014

Thirteen Boston University faculty members have been promoted to full professorships in recognition for their teaching, scholarly work and service. Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs Julie Sandell...

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