Boston College Graduate School of Social Work
LEADERSHIP + PARTNERSHIP

'It's That Voice' – As a gender-based trainer/counselor in Thailand, Erin Gerber, MSW ’09, helped to empower refugees to find their voice. VIDEO »

COMMITMENT + EXPLORATION

'I'm a Dreamer' – Professor and Louise McMahon Ahearn Chair, James Lubben talks about his love of flowers and how that is reflected in his teaching. VIDEO »

ISSUES + EVIDENCE

An Inclusive Perspective – Professor Ruth McRoy is recognized for her groundbreaking and innovative research in the areas of child welfare, adoption, and diversity. »

INGENIOUS PEOPLE

'There's Inspiration Everywhere' – Business executive Jack Connors believes the best way to teach social entrepreneurship is to help people see, and imagine what's possible. »

VIBRANT PROGRAMS

Social Innovation – Professor Stephanie Berzin and Professor Marcie Pitt-Catsouphes will lead the new Social Innovation and Leadership Program and Collaborative. »

Where Transformation Happens

Q&A: Jessica Black

It might seem unusual for a faculty member in social work to be involved in research on brain imaging and neural systems, but GSSW Assistant Professor Jessica Black has taken part in studies of dyslexia in early childhood through adolescence. »

Social Innovation Symposium

A conversation among three social entrepreneurs working to bring social innovation to the nonprofit, for-profit, and public sectors was organized in partnership with the GSSW and the undergraduate Capstone Program. »

In this issue of our school magazine, 22 social innovators speak about major social issues and what is critical to effect change. »