Interventions may mitigate underage student drinking, study suggests
As educational leaders at schools such as Boston University ponder methods of mitigating the ever-present dilemma of underage student drinking, a study released Thursday suggests interventions may be an effective solution. The study, which was conducted by professors at Brown University, evaluated the various methods of intervening in students’ excessive drinking habits in order to […]
Hillel film screening offers students first-hand account of the Holocaust
The Florence & Chafetz Hillel House at Boston University hosted a documentary screening Thursday night to promote Holocaust education within the Jewish community. “50 Children: The Rescue Mission of Mr. and Mrs. Kraus,” filmed by Steve Pressman, tells the story of a Jewish American couple, the Krauses, who rescued 50 children from Nazi-controlled Vienna in 1939. […]
Caffeine may have adverse effects on health, study suggests
While many sleep-deprived Boston University students frequently rely on coffee and other caffeinated drinks to power through classes and late-night cramming sessions, a study published Monday suggests they may need to reconsider their choices. The report, prepared by researchers at the Institution of Medicine, states that an increasing number of adolescents are consuming caffeinated food […]
Liberal arts degrees a worthwhile investment, study suggests
Students with liberal arts degrees from schools such as Boston University are likely to see a solid return on investment as their careers progress, according to a new study released Wednesday. “A good liberal arts education trains the student to think in creative ways, to questions everything, learn close reading and writing, analyze data, synthesis, […]
College demographic may change in coming years, study suggests
Boston University may see a change in demographic in coming years, according to a database published by The Chronicle of Higher Education Sunday that explores populations of children of different races and ethnicities from ages 4 to 18. “It’s partly to do with migration patterns,” said College of Arts and Sciences professor of sociology John […]
