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Deconstructing “Deconstructed Anthems”
(02/13/24 11:00am)
In the coming days of Feb. 13 through Feb. 17, the thought-provoking and moving immersive art installation, “Deconstructed Anthems: Massachusetts” will be debuted at the Cyclorama in the Boston Center for Arts. “Deconstructed Anthems” is a series of exhibitions created by artist, professor and Director of the Poetic Justice Group at Massachusetts Institute of Technology Media Lab Ekene Ijeoma. Ijeoma, whose background is in technology and interaction design, develops multimedia artwork designed to expose the inequities that riddle the United States and challenge his audience to change them. Through “Deconstructed Anthems,” Ijeoma depicts the immense scale of mass incarceration, as well as the gross racial disparities ingrained in the U.S. carceral system. Each site-specific iteration of “Deconstructed Anthems” uses data from the U.S. Department of Justice, combined with conceptual, multimedia art, to give voice to the over 1.5 million (disproportionately Black) individuals incarcerated in the U.S. since 1925. Ijeoma’s exhibit highlights the hypocrisy of the U.S. being the “land of the free” while having such high incarceration rates by centering the installation around the classic “Star Spangled Banner.” The exhibit combines an algorithmic composition programmed by Ijeoma and numerous musicians who methodically omit notes while playing “Star Spangled Banner” to reflect the escalation in national incarceration rates from 1925 to the present. Ijeoma achieves this by using a custom piano “retrofitted with hardware and software programmed to hold down keys at the same rates in the composition as a pianist is playing it.”
The University is constantly lagging in accessibility
(02/13/24 9:58pm)
Accessible infrastructure and quality accessibility support services are essential for a campus to be inclusive and welcoming to students with disabilities. However, the University has been slow to implement more accessibility renovations and to staff the Student Accessibility Support Office. This board believes that helping students with disabilities thrive on campus needs to be a higher priority for the administration. Brandeis often advertises itself as an institution that champions social justice and fosters a diverse student body. However, an inaccessible campus demonstrates that more progress is needed in order to honor these values.
Chiefs triumph over the 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII
(02/13/24 11:00am)
In a rematch of Super Bowl 54, the Kansas City Chiefs emerged victorious over the San Francisco 49ers in a thrilling contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final moments. The final score, 25-22, showcased the resilience and determination of both teams as they battled through four quarters and into overtime – marking the second game in Super Bowl history to ever go into overtime.
Empowering excellence: A Black homecoming celebration
(02/13/24 11:00am)
February is notable as a month-long celebration of Black history and culture. However, it should be noted that our regard of the celebration must not only be reserved for twenty-eight days, but rather for the entire year. Recently I have reflected, not only on history, but on the stories unfolding now, right here at Brandeis. In an attempt to make a small difference I am shining a spotlight on the contributions of Black Brandeisians. I am documenting who they are and how they are making a positive impact on the Brandeis community.
University programming for Black History Month
(02/06/24 11:00am)
In honor of Black History Month, the University announced a series of events to recognize the contributions of the Black community to the United States. In a Feb. 1 email, Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs Lauren Haynie and Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lee Bitsóí acknowledged the significance of Black History Month and previewed the various ways in which the University plans to celebrate.
NHL Stadium Series jerseys receive mixed reviews
(02/06/24 11:00am)
On Friday, Jan. 26, hockey fans across the tri-state area jumped to their devices when they heard that the 2024 National Hockey League Stadium Series jerseys had been released. What followed was a mix of reviews, with fans both excited and upset as they took in the extensive advertising campaign.
Justice, one class at a time: The biology department’s fight to revolutionize assessments in STEM
(01/30/24 11:00am)
It’s 8 a.m. on a crisp October morning. A beautiful day for dog walkers and leaf-peepers, but for students of Biology 15B, or “Cells and Organisms,” it’s the day of their first exam. However, this test is different. Gerstenzang 122, the Biology 15B lecture hall, is nearly empty. No, the students of Biology 15B are not skipping the test. A majority first-year class, they would not dare to do so. As long as they are not working together, the students are free to take the test wherever they please, whether that be in their dorm, the library or their favorite booth in Sherman Dining Hall.
Finding common ground with the Underground: Moody Street’s very own Game Underground
(01/30/24 11:00am)
While walking towards the Brandeis shuttle stop at Kung Fu Tea, one may notice the array of bright and colorful game machines that Game Underground offers through the busy sidewalks of Moody Street. Founded in 2007, Game Underground’s story began in Framingham, MA and ended up in Waltham by 2015.
From toys to tunes: Unwrapping “Jingle Jangle”
(01/30/24 11:00am)
Like many of us, I spent my winter break enjoying some of my favorite Christmas films. Among them were the classics like “It’s A Wonderful Life,” but a new favorite that made it to my list is the 2020 Netflix film “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey.” It is a heartwarming and charming tale that is equal parts magical fantasy and realism in its depiction of the complexities of family. Did I mention this film is nearly an all Black cast? Finding movies that depict wholesome Christmas, Kwanzaa or other celebrations for the Black community has been, well, difficult to say the least. Lyn Sisson-Talbert, the producer, is a Black woman and among the most notable female producers in the film industry. Her husband, David E. Talbert, wrote and was a co-creator of the film. Their collaboration creates a cinematic pulse through everything from the costume design to the cinematography.
Letter to the Editor: Brandeis Application Prompt
(01/22/24 10:00pm)
Dear President Liebowitz,
The NFL divisional round and a look to the future
(01/23/24 11:00am)
With the National Football League’s Divisional round officially in the books, the stage is finally set for the conference championship games. That being said, the season is more than just the games you see on the field. Players, coaches and teams undergo rigorous training and personal development to ensure they are in peak condition for the challenges ahead.
The effect of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on football
(01/23/24 11:00am)
Travis Kelce, born in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, began his career in the National Football League after being selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the third round of the 2013 NFL draft as the 63rd overall pick. Paying tribute to his brother born in 1987, Kelce adorned the number 87 jersey.
Gosman weight room to undergo major renovations following petition
(01/23/24 11:00am)
As early as March, the weight room in the Gosman Sports and Convocation Center will be unrecognizable, featuring brand new machines and equipment for Brandeis community members to use. The renovation plans were spearheaded by personal trainer Mo Re Kim ’24 — the same student who advocated for the significant changes brought to the Village B/C Gym last summer. Following the successful renovations, Kim set his sights on updating the widely used Gosman space.
Athletics Department decision met with dismay from dancers on campus
(01/23/24 11:00am)
This semester, the Athletics Department decided to convert one of its multipurpose rooms in the Joseph M. Linsey Sports Center to a dedicated cycling room. Adjusting this room’s function elicited strong reactions from dance clubs on campus, who are no longer able to practice in the room.
Good luck and goodbye to our ’23 midyear graduates!
(12/05/23 11:00am)
Now that the fall semester is coming to an end, a smaller, but just as important, portion of senior students will be graduating.
Boston Welcomes the Return of Women's Soccer with New NWSL Franchise
(12/05/23 11:00am)
When the National Women's Soccer League declared it would be expanding, it didn't take long for an all woman led ownership group to take action. In an exciting development for soccer enthusiasts in Boston, it was the Boston Unity Soccer Partners who were awarded the expansion team. This franchise, set to kick off in 2026, aims to bring back professional women's soccer to the city after the dissolution of the Boston Breakers in 2018.
A timeless tradition: the history of Thanksgiving football
(12/05/23 11:00am)
Thanksgiving is a time for yummy food, friends and family, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, giving thanks, and most importantly, watching football.
The guardian of the North Cut
(12/05/23 7:08am)
The desire path cutting across the front lawn at the end of Villa Street — Richard’s lawn — isn’t obvious until you’re actually walking along it, at which point you can see the divot in the grass at your feet. It marks the finish line of the steep forested hill above Nipper Maher Park that dozens of Brandeis students hike up every day to get to class. The route, colloquially known as the North Cut, is a way for Brandeis students walking to school from Waltham to get to classes located at or above the Rabb Steps while avoiding the slog up the entirety of campus from the main entrance at the bottom.
Sustainability’s future at Brandeis stays uncertain
(11/21/23 11:00am)
Last year, catalyzed by the Year of Climate Action, an optimistic wave of climate and sustainability-related action — which included new courses, extracurricular programming, a new Decarbonization Action Plan, and more — took place on campus. This year, many of these initiatives have come to a grinding halt — not only because the Year of Climate Action has drawn to a close, but also as a result of former Director of Sustainability Mary Fischer’s departure from the University. As the only staff member of the Office of Sustainability, Fischer’s legacy is striking and simultaneously leaves many unanswered questions about the future of sustainability at Brandeis now that there is no one in her role.