Edelman wins Union election by wide margin
(03/21/17 5:49am)
Voter turnout was high, with several close races, in the first round of Student Union elections on Thursday.
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Error accounts for incorrect housing numbers, says DCL
(03/21/17 5:44am)
When the Department of Community Living announced housing lottery numbers to students via email on Wednesday, March 15, many students reacted with confusion and frustration, posting on social media and reaching out to DCL to express their disappointment.
Recognize the importance of sleep
(03/21/17 5:12am)
For college students, it is often difficult to get a good night’s rest; with assignments, extracurricular activities and other time consuming commitments, some students often opt to forgo an extra hour of sleep to ensure that they meet a deadline. Though one’s dedication to work should be commended, it should also be remembered that sleep is vital for one’s well-being.According to the National Institute of Health, a good night’s rest helps improve learning and problem solving skills in addition to enhancing one’s productivity, all of which are important in the competitive college environment.
Acknowledge the expanding options in vegetarian food choices
(03/21/17 5:11am)
I have not eaten meat in 10 years — that is nearly half of my life. This is a choice I share with 3.2 percent of Americans ― or 7.3 million people ― according to Vegetarian Times. Vegetarians make up 2.7 percent of this statistic and the other 0.5 percent ― 1 million Americans ― are vegan. Among these individuals are those who diligently follow People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals or environmental activist groups. Those in these categories may consume Morningstar Farms and Boca Burgers like they are going out of style. However, for the larger percent of Americans ― omnivores ― these groups and perhaps these food choices fail to appeal to them in place of meat products. With new products like the Impossible Burger, cruelty-free living and environmental preservation no longer have to be tied to vegan and vegetarian diets.
Community leaders convene for International Women’s Day
(03/14/17 7:35am)
To commemorate International Women’s Day, a panel of leaders from across the University community convened on Wednesday for an event — themed “Be Bold for Change” — to share and discuss their experiences witnessing boldness in feminism.
Rally for labor assembles on Women’s Day
(03/14/17 7:31am)
Addressing a crowd of students — many of whom wore red for the occasion — Madeline Bisgyer ’20 spoke on Wednesday about the significance of International Women’s Day to the University community, especially regarding labor standards for women employees on campus.
Summer movies come early; ‘Kong’ disappoints
(03/14/17 3:49am)
The film releases in the first half of March have been very diverse. We have the comedy “Table 19,” the superhero flick “Logan” and the monster movie “Kong: Skull Island.” While the cinematic climate of mid-January to mid-April is usually laden with mediocre or subpar entries following the impressive dramas for Oscar contention around December, there are usually one or two movies that stand out and rise above the others. I am referring to last year’s “Deadpool” and “Zootopia” or 2015’s “Kingsman: The Secret Service” and “Ex Machina.”
Condemn restrictions on birth control access by Republicans
(03/07/17 6:07am)
If the Republican Party is able to get its act together after eight years of whining about a health care law that brought health insurance to millions of Americans, the Affordable Care Act will be no more. It, supposedly, will be replaced by some sort of top secret plan that, depending on who you ask, will end Medicaid expansions and shift health insurance coverage to health savings accounts — which, despite what Speaker of the House Paul Ryan thinks, are not the same as having health insurance — to promote “financial responsibility.” Or maybe the new law will keep some of the popular parts of the ACA, such as preserving coverage for people with pre-existing conditions or allowing young adults to stay on their parents’ insurance, without keeping the individual mandate. And, if you ask President Donald Trump, his replacement magically creates some sort of system where everyone has high-quality coverage without high premiums or deductibles, all without raising taxes. And yes, the plan is truly top secret. When Senator Rand Paul, a Republican from Kentucky, tried to read the draft bill that House Republicans are working on, he was turned away by Capitol security, according to a March 2 Vox article.
Pagios takes over Student Activities as new director
(02/14/17 6:15am)
Stephanie Grimes, who has served as assistant dean and director of Student Activities, will now serve solely as assistant dean. The Department of Student Activities will now be headed by Steve Pagios, who has been promoted to director of Student Activities, Grimes wrote in an email to the Justice.
Evaluate potential plans to improve Brandeis social environment
(02/14/17 5:13am)
On Jan. 25, Mark Neustadt’s report to the Brandeis community on perceptions of the University showcased that Brandeis is underperforming in the social scene — something that is not news to many. As such, I would like to offer the administration the following structural reforms in an attempt to make Brandeis a more socially active place. At Neustadt’s last presentation, the administration incorrectly blamed the lack of weekend nightlife on the large number of clubs Brandeis has, but clubs are nothing more than a scapegoat for certain structural failures.
Recognize tragedy of the destruction of architecture in war zones
(02/07/17 6:37am)
The headline of a Jan. 20 New York Times article reads, “ISIS Destroys Part of Roman Theater in Palmyra, Syria.” Unfortunately, over the last few years, we have seen a bevy of such news stories coming from the Middle East. The Islamic State’s rampage from Iraq to Syria has not only taken the lives of many but has also destroyed some of the world’s great architectural and art marvels.
Keynote examines using identity to make change
(02/07/17 2:12am)
People must show compassion, engage with their communities and understand their identities in order to change the world around them, Rebecca Walker told students on Tuesday at the ’DEIS Impact keynote address.
Investing for a Cause
(01/31/17 5:22am)
Three alumnae discussed how you can fight for women’s rights and against climate change through investing.
Views on the News: Trump's wall
(01/31/17 3:18am)
Fulfilling his long-promised war on illegal immigration, this Wednesday, President Donald Trump signed executive orders to allow the construction of a wall between the United States and Mexico, according to a Jan. 25 New York Times article. Along with the proposed wall, Trump plans on deporting undocumented immigrants, as well as suspending immigration or asylum from nations that “export terrorism.” What do you think of these actions, and how effective do you think they will be in protecting the United States’ security and economic interests?
The art of aging
(01/24/17 5:46am)
Though he was called “Red” in affectionate homage to his flaming hair, Mindy Fried’s ’89 M.A. ’96 Ph.D. father’s nickname can also used in reference to his political views. Emanuel “Red” Fried was an active member of the American Communist Party. His political affiliation greatly influenced Mindy Fried’s childhood, as she explained at the discussion of her new book, “Caring for Red,” hosted by the Women’s Studies Research Center on Thursday.
Several admins set to depart from campus
(01/24/17 2:25am)
The University will soon be down three administrators due to retirement, resignation and revised roles, according to a series of emails sent to Brandeis students, faculty and staff.
Advance social progression through discourse and advocacy
(12/06/16 5:52am)
The world seemed headed on a very different path in August 2013, when I first entered Brandeis University. Barack Obama was in his fifth year in the White House, Edward Snowden had just become a household name, Ted Cruz was an ascendant standard-bearer and Nate Silver was an unbeatable poll-watching god.
Sodexo workers deliver grievances to Allen
(12/06/16 1:57am)
A crowd of Sodexo employees and allies filed into Sodexo General Manager Andy Allen’s office last Tuesday to protest scheduling cuts and poor labor conditions. The workers delivered a petition from the Brandeis Labor Coalition, which called upon management to create more 40-hour union positions and increase staffing during the week.
Scholar looks at female scientists’ role in RNA splicing discovery
(12/06/16 1:50am)
The 40th anniversary of the discovery of RNA splicing is set to be celebrated next year, and yet credit and recognition for this scientific breakthrough is rarely given to the actual scientists responsible for it, said Dr. Pnina G. Abir-Am at the Women’s Studies Research Center on Tuesday.
Women fight hard in tough Final Four loss
(12/06/16 3:24am)
The women’s soccer team’s magical season came to a screeching halt last Friday evening at the hands of the Washington University in St. Louis Bears. The Judges were defeated 2-1 in the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament, the furthest Brandeis has ever advanced in the program’s history.