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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Save the date!! We are celebrating 5 years of CISS, on Friday October 2nd. This will be a packed day, so make sure to RSVP at the link here: form.jotform.com/262522907850...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Introducing our September affiliate, Dr. Tesla Cariani! Feel free to check out their amazing work at the link below: rb.gy/rfbqg9

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

September 15th, 4:00-5:30, join us on 704 Commonwealth Ave, CISS' 5th floor for our welcome back party!! RSVP by scanning the code or emailing: ciss@bu.edu

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Here is our April Affiliate this month! Copy the link here to read more, or head to our story/highlight to check it out! www.bu.edu/ciss/2026/03...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Mark your calendars for the afternoon of May 1, and join us to celebrate CISS' undergraduate research interns in a showcase of their projects! Please spread the word... and lunch will be provided!

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Giving Day is today! Please consider donating to help our research, and interns just like Sage Clark, make their research a reality. Link: give.bu.edu/schools/Bost...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

2 Days Until Giving Day! CISS appreciates any early gifts for giving day as well! Below is the link to our donation page: give.bu.edu/schools/Bost...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

A quick giving day reminder!! It's less than a week away, on April 8th! Learn more about how you can assist CISS and our research: www.bu.edu/ciss/2026/03...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

This unique Giving day opportunity can help us with CISS' Research Internships, PhD Dissertation Finishing Fellowships, Summer Mini-Grants, Faculty Pilot Research, Book Workshop Grants, and so much more! You can head to our official giving page here: give.bu.edu/schools/Bost...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

This year, we are taking part in BU's giving day for the 2nd year in a row! Giving day takes place on April 8th! Read more about it and CISS' involvement at the link here: www.bu.edu/ciss/2026/03...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Featuring our March affiliate of the month, Dr. Peri! The link to read more about her research is below! www.bu.edu/ciss/2026/02...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

To wrap up our Love Data week, here are our final featured affiliates! Read more about them, and their preferred data sets at the link below! www.bu.edu/ciss/2026/02...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

This week is Love Data week! Here is a recap of all of our featured affiliates so far. There will be more to come tomorrow! Go to the attached link to read more about all of their favorite sets! www.bu.edu/ciss/2026/02...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Introducing our December affiliate, Erin Tatz! Scan the QR code, or copy the link below to read more about her: www.bu.edu/ciss/2025/12...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

December 11, mark your calendars for an Editor's Confidential Panel, taking place virtually! Scan the QR code to register, or go to the link below: bostonu.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Here is another upcoming event! This is happening December 4 at 12 PM EST. Copy the link below to register: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-conversa...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

New class alert for the spring semester! CAS HI/XL 332, will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:45, and will be using digital methods to explore the past and its stories!

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Introducing our November featured affiliate! Read more about Dr. Cohen's career and work by either scanning the QR code, or copying the link below! www.bu.edu/ciss/2025/11...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Another event happening on Friday, November 14! This one will be examining LGBTQ+ backlash within Africa, the Caribbean, and Latin America. It is also virtual, and the link is attached below! bostonu.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Event coming up this Thursday! Link to register is attached here! bostonu.zoom.us/webinar/regi... This event will provide valuable insight into the various nuances of urban health in Africa, with author features and a panel.

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Join scientists, among other various professionals for an upcoming climate summit, on November 7! Registration is free too! You can copy the link below or scan the QR code: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Head to Coolidge Corner Theater, November 4, Tuesday, for a screening of 3 short documentaries from the Library of American Landscape History, followed by conversation as well!

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Next Wednesday, October 15! Join BU's Initiative on Cities for an event regarding Urban Growth, and Citizenship machines! 75 Bay State Rd!

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Here is this year's line up for the 25/26 American Studies for the Future programs, presented by the American Studies Program! Scan the QR code, or copy the link below to learn more: www.bu.edu/americanstud...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Announcing our October affiliate, Dr. Cristina Gago! Read more about her research by scanning the QR code, or copying the link below: www.bu.edu/ciss/2025/09...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

Open house!! Tuesday October 7th, and Wednesday October 8th, learn more about Blackboard and pedagogy, in the age of new coming technology. RSVP at link: tinyurl.com/mekb7xnj

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

An important grant information session is happening the morning of September 30! Location is still pending. Scan QR code, or go to link below to register: shorturl.at/wR5Ba

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Another Upcoming Event!!! This Thursday, join varying colleagues to learn more about faced challenges at universities. September 18th, 4:30-6:00 PM.

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Event announcement!! Join this panel to discuss the recent Skrmetti and Mahmoud Supreme Court decisions, their effect on LGBTQIA+ populations, and what we could see in future policy and doctrine. Scan QR to register, or go to link below: shorturl.at/xbaSw

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Our September affiliate! Read Dr. Carballo's full interview here: www.bu.edu/ciss/2025/09...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Meet CISS's Summer 2025 Affiliate of the month, Professor Rachel Brulé! Professor Brulé is an associate professor in global development policy at Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies. Check out her featured affiliate article below! www.bu.edu/ciss/2025/06...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

New Event info! Join this seminar, coming up next month regarding enhancing clutter assessment, with AI and Machine Learning! The direct link to copy for the registration below: bostonu.zoom.us/j/9983468982...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Meet our affiliate of the month for April, Dr. Pamela Zabala Ortiz! She is an Assistant Professor of Sociology, with her work centering around migration, racism, and racial stratification in the US and Latin America. Her affiliate article is linked below! www.bu.edu/ciss/people/...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

BU Libraries is hosting an Open House event next week! Register with the QR code, or copy the link below: www.eventbrite.com/e/digital-ve... See you there!

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

Join a BU Book Talk with New York Times' Bestselling author, Keith O'Brien! His book 'Paradise Falls' covers the story of the mothers who led a two-year fight to escape their own homes amid one of the worst environmental crises of the 20th century. Register below! www.eventbrite.com/e/a-conversa...

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A Conversation with Bestselling Author Keith O'Brien

Join us to discuss "Paradise Falls," a true story about community advocacy and resilience in the face of environmental catastrophe.

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Meet CISS's March Affiliate of the month, Professor Melissa Kibbe! She is an associate professor in Psychological and Brain Sciences, with work focusing on how all ages represent information about objects. Check out her featured affiliate article below! www.bu.edu/ciss/2025/02...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Overviews of our Love Data Week for Professor Lang, Professor Carr, and Professor Gondal!

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

Overviews of our Love Data Week, for Professor Guillory and Professor Mijs!

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Our second feature of the day for Love Data Week... Professor Piston! You can read more about this research done in this article (link to copy below!) veslaweaver.com/wp-content/u...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Today we're kicking off Love Data Week with our first feature for Professor Wing!

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Taught by Professor Shannon Whittaker, this new course (CAS AA 600) available for registration right now, provides a sharp and unique perspective on the racist inequalities within the public health system. Register today!!!

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

CISS and Spark! invite proposals from social scientists seeking data science/computational supports. To learn more about getting involved in this opportunity, scan the QR code, or copy the link below to sign up for the info session! bostonu.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

Meet CISS’ December affiliate of the month, Dr. Christine Slaughter! She is an assistant professor of Political Science at BU, and her research specifically examines African American politics. bu.edu/polisci/prof... @princetonupress.bsky.social @ucirvine.bsky.social

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Join us tomorrow for our fall '24 Editors' Confidential!

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Boston University Center for Innovation in Social Science @buciss.bsky.social · 17/05/2024

BU Federal Relations and Lewis-Burke Share New Large Federal Grant Opportunities - www.bu.edu/ciss/2024...

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