J. Joseph Burns graduated from Boston College in the late 1960s. After graduation, he participated in the Peace Corps, among other adventures.

In the mid-'80s, Burns returned to BC as an Associate Dean in the College of Arts and Sciences. He currently holds the position of Associate Vice Provost for Undergraduate Academic Affairs.

Burns loves big ideas, historic detail, challenging conversation, and everything about BC.

Capstone course:

UN532: Boston's College, Your Life

Other courses taught:

The Sociology of Organizations
Sociology Law in Western Culture
Honors Program

Office:

Waul House
Telephone: 617-552-3273
Email: burnsj@bc.edu