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When Stuff Takes Over
What compels hoarders to save every newspaper, cardboard box, and item of clothing? Gail Steketee, a professor of psychology and dean of the School of Social Work, has been studying hoarding for 15 years and is the coauthor of three books on the [...]subject. Her most recent, written with Randy Frost, a professor of psychology at Smith College, is "Stuff: Compulsive Hoarding and the Meaning of Things."
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Cecilia Vu Project AWARE Interview
Cecilia Vu (SPH'14) talks about her experiences growing up with the pressure to succeed.
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Stephanie Tzu-Han Chang Project AWARE Interview
Stephanie Tzu-Han Chang (SSW'10) talks about the relationship between parents and children.
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School of Social Work Convocation 2016 Speaker: Paolo del Vecchio
May 13, 2016
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Victoria Reggie Kennedy: 2011 SSW Convocation Speaker
Victoria Reggie Kennedy addresses the graduating class at the 2011 School of Social Work Convocation during Boston University's 138th Commencement.
Hosted by Boston University on May 22, 2011.
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Buried Treasures: Understanding and Treating Compulsive Hoarding
Gail Steketee, dean ad interim of Boston University's School of Social Work, presents her research on compulsive hoarding behavior. She discusses the features and demographics associated with the disorder and talks about the effectiveness of several [...]therapies, emphasizing the importance of grounding change in the client's personal goals and values.
Hosted by BUSSW Alumni Association on April 5, 2007.
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Dr. Paul Farmer
Dr. Paul Farmer, co-founder of Partners in Health (PIH), speaks at the inaugural Hubie Jones Lecture.
Partners in Health provides health care and advocacy services for people living in poverty around the world.
The Hubie Jones Lecture in Urban [...]Health is an annual symposium addressing vexing health issues distinct to the urban context. Prominent national and international leaders toiling at the intersection of health and social justice present on health-centric topics of importance. The lecture honors the vision of Hubie Jones, dean emeritus of Boston University’s School of Social Work, who inspired and shaped the School’s urban mission during his 16-year tenure and who continues to influence and define the social and civic landscape of Boston as a leader, bridge-builder and advocate.
Hosted by the School of Social Work on April 14, 2012.
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IGSW Overview: How We Do It, with Scott Geron
Covering the overall core functions of BU IGSW, Scott describes the high level methodology allowing IGSW to lead the vanguard of geriatric social work expertise and training.
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Training in the Field
Field Education is a dynamic and integral part of students’ experience in which they learn through hands-on practice with individual, families, groups, and communities. Students apply the theories, knowledge, and skills they are learning in [...]their courses to their field placements and bring their practice experiences to their classrooms. Our highly regarded Field Education program provides extensive advising and supports for students and field instructors.
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