The Launch of MISI

Letter from the Director We are official! On November 7th, we held our inaugural summit and launch event at BU–Communicating Climate. Over 275 people registered to attend, and we spent all day, from 9-6, in conversation about the role of communication in the climate crisis, and how we can effectively harness... More

Eric Gordon, seated, speaks to a MISI fellow.

Q&A: With Trust in Media Declining, These BU Scholars are Reimagining Community Storytelling

Inside the new Center for Media Innovation & Social Impact, which is exploring approaches for involving communities in storytelling. By Sofia Sanchez (SWIP Summer Writing Intern, summer 2025) Banner photo by Derek Palmer. Eric Gordon studies technology, democracy, and public engagement, with a specific focus on the role of narrative, data, and algorithms on institutional... More