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Clarinetist Gives $100M to Boston U Medical School

Inside Higher Ed

Retired clarinetist Edward Avedisian has donated $100 million to the Boston University medical school, the university announced Thursday. Avedisian has made numerous contributions to colleges, schools and hospitals in the past—including BU—but has never before had anything named after him. Hide by line?:

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How the “next phase” of LGBTQ+ student support is stirring at this Ivy League

University Business

Efforts have ranged from providing LGBTQ+-inclusive housing to scholarships and sports teams. “From the president and provost of the university, we are charged with the goal of engaging as many different experts and students to come together to address LGBTQ+ health solutions.”

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Rising higher ed leaders tackle campus challenges in EAB’s fellowship

EAB

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Fostering sense of belonging among Black undergraduate students Melissa McGuire, Ph.D., Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Fostering sense of belonging among Black undergraduate students Melissa McGuire, Ph.D.,