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The Body Project

Many people struggle with negative body image, and this can have profound effects on their health and their happiness. The �ۿ۴�ý Body Project seeks to challenge the notion of an “ideal body,” explore the factors that negatively impact body image, educate people on issues related to body image and eating disorders, and provide resources to […]

Intellectual and Cultural Activities Committee

Pre-Med & Early Assurance

If you’re planning to attend medical school, �ۿ۴�ý gives you everything you need to get there, from hands-on coursework and advising to early admission opportunities and student organizations that build your experience and confidence. Pre-Med Coursework Med School Prep I & II are seminar-style courses taught by faculty from the University of Illinois College […]

Is a Master’s in Data Science Worth It in 2025 and Beyond?

As businesses increasingly adopt automation and artificial intelligence (AI), many prospective students now ask, “Is a master’s in data science worth it in today’s shifting job market?” From AI to predictive analytics, organizations across industries are searching for skilled professionals who can turn vast amounts of data into actionable insights. Predicted to grow 36% by […]

Leadership in Purpose-Driven Professions

Leaders are no longer measured solely by financial success or organizational efficiency. Increasingly, industries are demanding leaders who can balance results with values, and strategy with impact. This shift is giving rise to purpose-driven leadership: an approach that emphasizes ethics, mission, and long-term societal benefit. As workforce expectations change, graduate education is evolving to prepare […]

Phi Theta Kappa

BU Offers PTK Students Direct Admission �ۿ۴�ý recognizes the strengths of Phi Theta Kappa students. That’s why PTK members receive direct admission to BU. Take Advantage of Direct Admission Visit our PTK Connect profile and click the edit icon to express your interest. Whether you’re building robots, working directly with cutting-edge medical simulators, developing […]

�ۿ۴�ý ZeeMee

Start making �ۿ۴�ý connections now through ZeeMee! Download the ZeeMee app to unlock these benefits: Download the app and start connecting now!  Meet Our Student Influencers Abigail MorreySophomoreMajor: NursingInvolvements: BU Influencers, STAR, Child Life Club, Cereal Club Danna LaraSophomoreMajor: Civil EngineeringInvolvements: Student Senate, ALAS, ASCE, Robotics Carolyn MasiniSophomoreMajor: Business Management and LeadershipMinors: Organizational Communications, Human […]

African American Studies

The African American Studies minor engages students in the interdisciplinary study of African-American history and culture. This program emphasizes Black political, social, cultural, literary, and intellectual expression and the variety and scope of African American Studies as a discipline. Centering race as a category of analysis, courses explore Black experiences and perspectives in intersection with […]

Women’s and Gender Studies

The Women’s and Gender Studies minor is an interdisciplinary program which takes gender as its central category of analysis in the examination of social, cultural, economic, and aesthetic systems. Courses focus on the social construction of gender identity, gender relations, and gender systems. Through discussions and engaged learning experiences, you study how gender intersects with […]

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