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Brandeis graduate research assistant Adrielle Cusi, left, and undergraduate Bella Aizenberg ’27 work together in the lab.

Brandeis undergraduate Jacob Hillemann ’26 and Hampton University undergraduate Zachary Mitchell work in the Engineering lab.

Brandeis might seem quiet in summer, but labs are buzzing!

Students in MRSEC + SMURF (@brandeismrsec.bsky.social‬) are diving into research with faculty.

Catch their work at SciFest, happening August 7!

Brandeis Names Arthur Levine Its President To Continue His Effective Leadership

With nearly 90% faculty support for the vision to Reinvent the Liberal Arts, Arthur Levine has been named president of Brandeis.

Dr. Jim Wells and Dr. Kevan Shokat receive the 2025 Gabbay Award in Biotechnology and Medicine

Brandeis honors James A. Wells & Kevan M. Shokat with the 2025 Gabbay Award for groundbreaking cancer drug discovery. Read more about their impact on biotech & medicine: bit.ly/4l6hS9U

Brandeis University's 74th Commencement Exercises

Brandeis' 74th commencement exercises will be held on Sunday, May 18, 2025 and will feature an undergraduate & graduate ceremony.

Both ceremonies will be broadcast live over the web.

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Voices of the Class of 2025: Graduate reflections

Graduate students at Brandeis pursue rigorous academic work shaped by personal values, strong mentorship & the freedom to grow into confident professionals & leaders.

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Voices of the Class of 2025

As they reflect on their journeys, these six students share how Brandeis shaped their paths: through interdisciplinary learning, meaningful mentorship, lasting friendships and the freedom to explore.

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Documenting species in your own backyard

From maples to muskrats — students joined the City Nature Challenge, logging 1,000+ observations and 200+ species on campus with iNaturalist and Prof. Hitchcock.

Brandeis awards fashion icon Stuart Weitzman Asper Award for Global Entrepreneurship

Stuart Weitzman received the Asper Award for Global Entrepreneurship earlier this month. Weitzman addressed about 100 students, faculty, staff, alumni and up-and-coming entrepreneurs looking for insider tips on how to launch a prosperous business.

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Students have fun on an amusement ride during the First Thursdays Carnival on Chapels Field.

Students compete at a water gun game during the First Thursdays Carnival on Chapels Field.

Gabriella Majeski ’26 and Sam Shuster ’25 try out some of the food offerings during the First Thursdays Carnival.

Irene Wu ’28 slides down one of the amusement rides during the First Thursdays Carnival on Chapels Field.

If you missed the carnival on Chapel's Field earlier this week, no you didn't! We got all the highlights.

Brandeis' Department of Student Engagement and the Office of Orientation host First Thursdays every month featuring trivia, a comedy hypnosis show, a carnival, and other exciting events.

A Laser Focus Research YouTube video by Brandeis University

Fiona Stewart ’25 is uncovering how E. coli survives stress—with lasers, fluorescent dyes, and a lot of curiosity. Her work with QBReC at Brandeis is reshaping what we know about bacteria and gene expression. 💡🔬

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Digging in the deep

Brandeis students in Prof. Charlie Goudge’s maritime archaeology class are diving into history—uncovering miniature shipwrecks and piecing them together with Lego swords, 3D-printed cannons, and plenty of curiosity. ⚓🏴‍☠️

Brandeis University recognized as one of the world’s best small universities

Times Higher Education has named Brandeis University in the top 10 on its list of the World's Best Small Universities.

The rankings include nearly a hundred universities with locations across the globe; Brandeis is one of only two United States schools to be included in the top 20.

Scene at Brandeis: March 2025

​Spring is in the air—and so is that Brandeis energy!

March was full of moments that made us smile, sing, and explore. Check out our latest photo essay for a look back at March in motion:

Brandeis offers Jewish transfer students connection, community and support

Transferring isn’t just a move—it’s about finding where you belong. For Yishai, Alana & Grace, Brandeis became that place: welcoming, supportive & proudly Jewish. 💙✨

Three distinguished leaders to be recognized by Brandeis with honorary degrees

Brandeis will award honorary degrees to Shirley Ann Jackson, Jim Obergefell and Jonathan D. Sarna ’75, GSAS MA’75 at the University’s 74th Commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 18.

"Wild sundaes at Sherman's ice cream bar" over a photo of a sundae from Sherman's ice cream bar.

And finally..

"Finding out who's performing at Springfest" over a previous photo from Springfest.

"Playing video games in the SCC game room" over a photo of students playing a video game in the game room.

"Making something thrive on Kindness Day" over a photo of students potting plants.

"Drag bingo nights with CAB" over a photo of a selfie taken at a Drag bingo event with CAB.

More of our Dopamine Menu:

"Brandeis' Dopamine menu:" over a photo of Fellows Garden.

"Seeing Riley in the Oasis Wellness Lounge" over a photo of Riley with students in the lounge.

"Winning Water Battleship" over a photo of water battleship.

"Sitting on Chapels Field in nice weather" over a photo of Chapels Field with students sitting together.

Your Brandeis Dopamine Menu is served!

From Sherman ice cream sundaes to Drag Bingo wins, these little joys are pure serotonin fuel.

A Global Community That Feels Like Home

From Bulgaria to Brandeis: Allie L. ’27 is carving her own path, blending education, tech, and policy while finding a home away from home.

From the Classroom to Capitol Hill

From classroom to career: Tyler J. ’26 is turning his passion for Middle Eastern affairs into real-world impact through an internship in policy research.

Emma Lindner ’25, left, and Danny DeMilia ’25 enjoy the warm weather on Fellows Garden as spring arrives on campus.

Happy first day of spring, Brandeis! Last week gave us a sneak peek with sunny skies and good vibes—before the clouds decided to join the party. 😎☁️ Here’s a look back! ☀️ 😎☀️

📸 Gaelen Morse/Staff Photographer

An person is seen interacting with colored powder during the Holi festival that took place on the Great Lawn at Brandeis University.

Students are seeing throwing colored powder at each other to celebrate Holi which took place on the Great Lawn of Brandeis University.

Spring arrived in a burst of color! Brandeis Namaskar celebrated Holi on the Great Lawn, sharing joy, unity, and vibrant traditions. 🌈

#Brandeis #HoliFestival #FestivalOfColors

Alim Braxton: Life lessons shared from death row

Alim Braxton, a writer, rapper, and activist living on death row, shared lessons on life, death, and finding purpose during a DEIS Impact 2025 presentation at Brandeis University.

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Esther Levin ’26, left, and Vivian Hamui ’26 pose for a photo during Hillel’s Purim Palooza at Brandeis University on March 14, 2025.

Chag Purim Sameach! Happy Purim to all who celebrate!

Brandeis Hillel hosted Purim Palooza today which featured a bouncy house, food stands, a costume contest, games and prizes.

📸 Dan Holmes/Senior Staff Photographer

The International Women’s Day Brunch hosted by the Jewish Feminist Association of Brandeis in the Shapiro Campus Center on March 10, 2025.

Alanis Gonzalez ’27, left, and Rivka Resnick ’27 make collages at the International Women’s Day Brunch hosted by the Jewish Feminist Association of Brandeis in the Shapiro Campus Center on March 10, 2025.

The International Women’s Day Brunch hosted by the Jewish Feminist Association of Brandeis in the Shapiro Campus Center on March 10, 2025.

Neima Fax ’25, left, and Lee-El Messinger ’28 pet Cannoli at the International Women’s Day Brunch hosted by the Jewish Feminist Association of Brandeis in the Shapiro Campus Center on March 10, 2025.

Students, faculty and staff celebrated together during the Jewish Feminist Association of Brandeis' (JFAB) Annual International Women’s Day Brunch!

The event unites women and gender-related groups on campus to create an empowering and engaging environment for all to enjoy!

Roaming Buffalo, from the Pawtucket, Pennacook and Abenaki peoples leads attendees in a drum circle at the DEIS Impact festival of social justice in the Hassenfeld Conference Center.

Elizabeth Solomon, from the Massachusett people speaks at the DEIS Impact festival of social justice at the Hassenfeld Conference Center.

DEIS Impact is in full swing! Join panels, workshops, and more as we explore allyship, advocacy, activism, and action in shaping our community. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the movement!

Hosted by DDEIB, supported by the Louis D. Brandeis Legacy Fund.

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Anti-Defamation League gives Brandeis University top grade in this year’s antisemitism report card rankings

The grades are in on the second annual Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) Campus Antisemitism Report Card and Brandeis University again received an A!

Brandeis University, which was founded on Jewish values that remain at the core of our mission today, was one of eight colleges to get the top ranking.

Scene at Brandeis: February 2025

February might be the shortest month of the year, but there was no shortage of wonderful moments around campus.

Let's rewind and check out some of our favorite moments from February's 'Scene at Brandeis,' beautifully captured by our university photographers.

James Griesmer ’25 speaks to representatives of Mathnasium at the Hiatt Career Center’s All Majors Career & Internship Fair in the Hassenfeld Conference Center.

Students take part in Hiatt Career Center’s All Majors Career & Internship Fair in the Hassenfeld Conference Center.

Sayasha Luitel ’25, left, speaks to a representative of IRBNet at the Hiatt Career Center’s All Majors Career & Internship Fair in the Hassenfeld Conference Center.

Yesterday’s All Majors Career & Internship Fair connected students with top employers, offering valuable career insights and new opportunities. Thanks to Hiatt Career Center, #Brandeis students have access to incredible resources to support their career goals.

Brandeis University appoints celebrated advancement executive Jordan Tannenbaum to senior vice president role

“I am a product of a Brandeis education & know first-hand of its value, my time here as a student shaped my life choices...I could not be more proud to return in this new capacity as we look to secure Brandeis’ foothold in the changing landscape of higher education,” said Tannenbaum.