The Top Ten Reasons Why CGS May Be Right for You
Boston University’s College of General Studies is a two-year core-curriculum general education program that is part of a four-year degree at Boston University. It’s a nationally renowned program that has provided leadership in general education for more than 70 years. At CGS, you get to experience the best of both worlds: a balance between a […]
Students Recognized for Outstanding e-Portfolios
By Adriana Rivera In an interdisciplinary curriculum like that offered by the College of General Studies, making connections across courses is of paramount importance. Through the use of Digication’s e-Portfolio tool, students can do just that, compiling assignments from all of their courses into one concise package that showcases the depth and breadth of their learning. […]
2024 Capstone Award Winners
On October 18, the Boston University College of General Studies celebrated the outstanding students who received awards for the Capstone projects they completed last May. The Capstone project is a 50-page research paper that CGS students complete during their sophomore year. Students draw on two years of interdisciplinary studies, working as a team to synthesize […]
Meet Your CGS Student Government
This spring, the College of General Studies Class of 2027 elected new officers to represent their peers in the CGS Student Government Association for the upcoming year. We caught up with your representatives to talk about their CGS experiences and their plans for sophomore year. Muneeb Mahmood, President Why did you apply for your specific […]
Senior Spotlight 2024
To celebrate the Class of 2024, we asked graduates who attended CGS to share their memories, proudest accomplishments, and plans for the future. Congratulations Class of 2024! Gabrielle Drillis, CGS and Pardee, International Relations Major What student organizations have you been involved in? Under-Secretary General of Boards and Cabinets for BarMUN XVI, Chief of Staff for […]
CGS Syllabus: Food in London
By Gabrielle Drillis Traveling abroad presents endless opportunities to connect with peers, explore new places, learn about different cultures, and indulge in foreign cuisines. Furthermore, students are given the opportunity to learn in a unique, hands-on environment where they are fully immersed into the content of the curriculum. Master Lecturer John Regan took this opportunity […]
CGS Syllabus: HU103 in the World
By Gabrielle Drillis Boston is one of the most historically-rich cities in the United States. Alongside the various restaurants, unique shops, and endless fun experiences, Boston is home to 58 different museums. Consequently, one of the rewarding opportunities of attending a school in Boston is the ability to experience the museums which boast thousands of […]
Peer Mentors program provides support to first-year students
By Gabrielle Drillis Navigating the first semester of college is an exciting and unpredictable journey. The combination of living on your own, taking on rigorous academics, making new friends, and adjusting to a new environment in the heart of Boston presents many new opportunities, but can also be a large undertaking for any first-year student. […]
From CGS Student to Published Author
By Gabrielle Drillis When Marcus Wachira (‘22, ENG ‘24) started his gap semester as a first-year CGS student, he couldn’t have predicted that just three years later he’d be a published author. Wachira is a senior studying mechanical engineering with a passion for creative writing. During his time at BU, he has earned the title […]
2023 Capstone Award Winners
On October 20, the Boston University College of General Studies celebrated the outstanding students who received awards for the Capstone projects they completed last May. The Capstone project is a 50-page research paper that CGS students complete in their sophomore year. Students draw on two years of interdisciplinary studies, working together as a team to synthesize […]