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Tuesday, December 20th

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Mark Grinstaff and Marlena Konieczynska pose for a photo in their lab

A Better Way to Treat Burns from BU’s Grinstaff Lab

Less painful for patients, eliminates need for anesthetizing children

Pastor Brandon Thomas Crowley in church

The Energy of Ancestors

STH student uses his church’s past to shape its future

Larry Charles at the Cinematheque in front of room full of students

Critics Salute BU Cinematheque

Seinfeld’s Charles and the real Lebowski among big-name visitors

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Dancers performing aerial dance piece on stage

In Aurora Borealis 15: A Festival of Light and Dance, BU’s annual showcase of dance and movement pieces combining light and dance, held December 5, dancers perform an aerial piece titled Passiflora. Photo by Alexandra Wimley (COM'17)

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Roasted Duck with Butternut Squash and Kale

Peter Ungár Serves Up Duck for the Holidays

Chef Peter Ungár (SHA’98) has made a name for himself preparing innovative nine-course tasting menus that showcase seasonal ingredients in surprising packages. Can you say kelp custard in egg shells with sea urchin? People love it. His Somerville restaurant offers two seatings for 20, Wednesdays through Saturdays.

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Upcoming Events
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Dress + Design: Clothes, Jewelry, and Textiles from Peru to Japan

When:
All Day on December 20
Where:
School of Theology Library, 2nd Floor, 745 Commonwealth Ave.

The Global Health Security Agenda – Planning for the Next Pandemic

When:
December 21 at 10:00 am
Where:
Dowling Building, North Conference Room, 771 Albany St.

Christmas Eve Service

When:
December 24 at 1:00 pm
Where:
Marsh Chapel, 745 Commonwealth Ave.

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Help When Needed

BU Today’s series highlighting services available to University faculty and staff needing help with work-related and personal issues.

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Becky McGhee (SED’12, SED’16), BU Children’s Center lead teacher, with a group of three year olds. Photo by Cydney Scott

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