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May 10, 2021

Writing marginalized people into history

Associate Professor Donna Halper honored for excellence for teaching in journalism and mass communications

May 7, 2021

Join Lesley University’s virtual Commencement on May 22

Hear from guests, students and honorees, including the Smithsonian’s Dr. Elizabeth Broun and ‘The Happiness Lab’ host Dr. Laurie R. Santos

May 6, 2021

Exploring ways to protect women worldwide

Violence Against Women Initiative highlights the challenges and progress to creating a safer, more just society

Alice Smith in graduation gown outside in front of blooming tree.

May 5, 2021

After 20 years, pandemic pushes former Lesley student to complete degree

Alice Smith ’21 accomplishes graduation dream

Apr 30, 2021

Teaching by learning from students

From Grandmaster Flash to a Spanish-language ‘Tortoise and the Hare’ retelling, 2021 June Fox Lecture Series features surprising insights from faculty

Apr 28, 2021

Shakespeare clinches ‘Jeopardy!’ win for MFA alum

Trivia buff Patrick Hume ’12 celebrates stint on classic game show

Artists for Humanity founder Susan Rodgerson said the life of the artist is a wonderful one.

Sep 18, 2019Wicked Local Needham

Nonprofit gives urban teen artists exposure

Alumna and Artists for Humanity Executive/Artistic Director Susan Rodgerson's work with teens has transformed lives and a community.

Sep 10, 2019WFPL

Picking The Right Thing

"Ghost," a play based on the novel of the same name by creative writing faculty Jason Reynolds will open the Stage One Family Theatre's season in Louisville, Kentucky.

Photos of Hilary Kreisberg standing on Mellen Walk on Doble Campus

Sep 10, 2019WBUR

Parents Can Be Part Of The Equation

Hilary Kreisberg talks about her book "Adding Parents to the Equation: Understanding Your Child's Elementary School Math."

Sep 10, 2019Billboard

Lauren Pratt Works Through Loss With New Album

Billboard premiers expressive therapies student and singer-songwriter Lauren Pratt's new album "Young American Sycamore."

Sep 9, 2019CBS Boston

Teachers Fight For Play-Based Learning

“When teachers dictate too much what children are doing .... after a while it deadens their school experience,” says Professor Lisa Fiore.

Sep 6, 2019The Boston Globe

15 shows to captivate theater audiences this fall

Faculty Ronan Noone's play "The Smuggler" is one of the top performances to see in Boston this autumn.