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On Friday, March 6 at 2:00 p.m., Fight Authoritarianism Brandeis — a new group on campus — held a protest at the base of the Rabb steps to speak out against the government’s recent actions in Iran. The protest was led by Prof. Sabine von Mering (WGS, CGES) and approximately seven FAB members. The new group is unaffiliated with Brandeis in an official capacity, but comprises of students, staff and faculty with the mission of standing together “against ICE and authoritarian threats.” A statement on their Instagram page — @fab_brandeis — reads, “We stand in solidarity with our undocumented neighbors, actively resisting the reach of ICE and organizing to ensure our community remains a sanctuary of safety and dignity for all.”
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Over the past few weeks, campus Wi-Fi has been unstable, causing frustration and concern among students at a time of high academic stress. Many of the disruptions come from problems connecting to eduroam, which is the secure Wi-Fi network used by Brandeis and many universities worldwide.
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Speculation has arisen about the future of East Quadrangle following the 2026-27 school year. East is divided into four halls: Hassenfeld-Krivof, Shapiro House, Pomerantz-Rubenstein and Swig. Over the years, the residential quad has gained a negative reputation among the community, with students reporting unsanitary living conditions and complaints about the facilities. While the University has yet to comment publicly on the space’s future, many students have speculated that the living area will be torn down following the 2026-27 academic year.
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On Thursday, Feb. 26, Brandeis alum Ravi Simon ’19 hosted a kickoff for his campaign as state representative. Simon, who is currently aide to State Representative Carmine Gentile, is running to replace Gentile after he announced that he would not be running for re-election this year. Though Gentile was unable to attend the event, he was spoken of fondly by many of the night’s speakers. The kickoff was held inside the First Parish of Sudbury in a crowded room filled with dozens of supporters. Dark blue posters with the words “Ravi Simon for State Rep” decorated every table and across each wall. The Democratic Representative for the Middlesex and Worcester district, Jamie Eldridge, introduced Simon to the crowd. Eldridge spoke about Simon’s many years of service and accomplishments, describing him as an individual who is “passionate about service and committed to
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On March 5, the Department of Student Engagement held it’s second annual Ragefest for students as part of it’s First Thursdays series co-hosted by the Department of Orientation and First Year Experience. Over 40 students participated in smashing items from laptops to glass bowls. Brandeis students brought the energy and took advantage of the opportunity to let out some steam and midterm-related stress in the Shapiro Campus Center.
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On Feb. 13, Brandeis faculty debated three motions during their monthly meeting. The first motion concerned the establishment of a finance major. The movement was headed by Prof. Debarshi Nandy (BUS, ECON) who outlined the increase in demand for finance programs. He has worked to curate “finance, technology and society” courses and believed that a finance major had potential to attract new students. There was no debate concerning this motion during the meeting, and it was passed after a vote. The second motion, introduced by Vice Provost of Undergraduate Affairs Jeffrey Shoulson, involved a plethora of minor changes to the Brandeis Core requirements. Most of these changes involved nomenclature. The “Foundational Literacies” component would be renamed to “Core Competencies,” while the current “Digital Literacy” component would be renamed to “Technologies.” The “Global Engagement” requirement would be renamed to “Global Engagement and Justice.” Lastly, the “Schools of Thought” would be renamed to “Areas of Inquiry.” On a more substantial level, the motion aimed to add “Teamwork and Collaboration” as a new core competency with a one-class requirement. Additionally, all double-counting restrictions within the core curriculum would be lifted except for those pertaining to first-year seminars along with the level 10 and level 20 foreign language courses. Students are still permitted to count 30-level languages for two requirements. There was substantial debate concerning this motion. Some faculty members brought up concerns that these changes were rushed, while others encouraged its passage as a first step towards making more substantial changes to the Brandeis Core. The motion was ultimately passed. The third motion was the most controversial. It had previously been a part of the second motion’s revisions to the Brandeis Core, but was separated in order to improve the chances of the other Core changes passing the second motion. Shoulson once again introduced the motion. “Resolved, that the World Languages and Cultures requirement be amended to specify a proficiency level equivalent to one year of college-level study. Students will typically achieve this by successfully completing a second-semester course (normally numbered in the 20s) or demonstrating equivalent proficiency and knowledge acquired prior to Brandeis.” Many faculty members had strong opinions about this motion. Several professors advocated against its passage. These arguments included that novice-level proficiency is not meaningful in the context of becoming a global citizen, that level 30 language classes are a valuable form of student enrichment and community development and that this proposed change could cause faculty retention issues. Professors who advocated in favor of this motion argued that students should be able to choose how they spend their time. Many pointed out that Brandeis students are naturally inclined to become broadly-educated citizens no matter their area of study, and that the three-semester language requirement can cause difficulties for students who take on substantial coursework, such as pre-med students. There was an apparent subject-area divide amongst faculty who advocated for and against this motion. Nearly all who spoke in favor of the motion were STEM faculty, while most who spoke against it represented the arts, humanities or social sciences. Ultimately, the third motion was not approved and the three-level language requirement will remain unchanged.
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On Sunday, March 8, the Union Senate convened in Shapiro Campus Center 313 for their weekly meeting. The agenda included the presentation of a Senate Money Resolution, review of Union Senate expectations, Committee reports and an open forum for representatives to voice their concerns. The meeting was called to order by Student Union Vice President Daniel Shin ’27, while attendance was taken by Sarah Jafary ’28, an executive senator. Shin acknowledged that the group had no club charters or recognitions to review, so the group promptly moved to communications issues. The Union Senate took a moment to individually review both the Executive Board and finance reports, and no concerns were raised. Luke Farberman ’27, chair of the Club Support Committee, asked if Shin could provide any information about a planned “Move-Out Market,” for the end of the semester. Shin clarified that this was a sustainability initiative and did not have much information to share.
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Content Warning: Mention of suicide.
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As Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall once said, “In recognizing the humanity of our fellow beings, we pay ourselves the highest tribute.” His words resonate every February, as the United States honors Black History Month, highlighting the culture, history and heritage of the Black community. The month not only celebrates Black people’s long-standing fight for justice and inclusion, but also recognizes the countless achievements of African Americans. Founded by Carter G. Woodson in 1926, Black History Month aims to center Black people’s past and successes as a permanent part of American history.
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More than a month after Sherman Dining Hall’s Feb. 2 closure, students reported overcrowding, limited food options and accessibility challenges, as Usdan Kitchen serves as the main dining hall on campus. To better understand the impact of this situation, The Justice conducted a survey between Feb. 18 and Feb. 27 to reflect students’ experiences during this time.
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At 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 13, the faculty senate convened in Rapaporte Treasure Hall for their monthly meeting. Senate Chair Prof. Jeffrey Lenowitz (POL) noted during his opening remarks that the meeting was unusually populated. His opening remarks included other orders of business, such as reminders for faculty to order commencement regalia and an announcement that teaching award nominations are currently underway. He then asked for corrections to the minutes of the Dec. 5, 2025 meeting, of which there were none.
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On March 1st, the Jewelry-Making Club hosted their “Bead Bash” jewelry making event open to all Brandeis students. Over 40 students gathered to hang out and craft. Attendees made bracelets, earrings, key chains and anything that they could imagine. The energy was peaceful but the room was filled with happy chatting and jokes among friends.
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On Sunday, March 1, the Union Senate convened for their weekly meeting. Due to lower attendance, they first voted to adjust the quorum to 11 senators. The senators then discussed promoting two clubs — DeisHacks and Judeus & Judios — to probationary status and went over a few additional updates about upcoming elections for positions in the Union Senate and information regarding the ongoing construction in Sherman Dining Hall.
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In a Feb. 2 email to students from Prof. Sabine von Mering (WGS, CGES), Harleen Singh (WGS, ENG) and LeManuel Bitsóí (HSSP), the University invited the community to join in celebrating Women’s History Month. Established by Congress in 1987, Women’s History Month recognizes women's societal impact and contributions. At Brandeis, this legacy is reflected in the growth of the Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies Department. Brandeis also highlighted its feminist history through presenting influential scholars such as Angela Davis, Pauli Murray, Patricia Hill Collins and Anita Hill along with alumni including literary critic Elaine Showalter, sociologist and psychoanalyst Nancy Chodorow, physicist Evelyn Fox Keller, historian Joan Wallach Scott and Letty Cottin Pogrebin, the founding editor of Ms. Magazine. From March 3 to March 31, Brandeis will host lectures, panels, exhibitions and performances in celebration of these women, and the events will be hosted by different student organizations on campus. This includes events at the Rose Art Museum and the Women’s Studies Research Center. An ongoing exhibition titled “Who Will Draw Our History? Women’s Graphic Narratives of the Holocaust, 1944-1949” is currently being showcased at the Kniznick Gallery and will be displayed until April 30. The university additionally encourages engagement with their archival collections and database that documents the contributions and achievements of these women. The message concluded with a call for a campus-wide participation and a regard for honoring women’s history throughout the month of March.
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The University’s Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies department celebrates their 50th anniversary of establishment this year. In 1976, Brandeis began its Women’s Studies program with a single course offering – Women 10A: Women in American History. In 2014, the program evolved and became Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies, and in 2020 was promoted to official departmental status. Today, the department is one of the wealthiest at Brandeis and remains financially stable despite broader university funding concerns.
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Has the use of Artificial Intelligence in academia become inevitable? How is Brandeis University dealing with ethical and trust concerns among students and faculty members regarding the use of AI? A small-scale survey and interviews with various members of the Brandeis community provide insights into these questions.
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On Monday, Feb. 2, the Heller School for Social Policy and Management closed for repairs. Professors were sent an email on Friday, Jan. 30 by the University Associate Registrar, Kristina Law, citing a leak in the Alumni Lounge. The Justice reached out to Kristina Law for a comment, but she did not respond for press time. The leak included “both water and propylene glycol, which may cause respiratory irritation as well as eye irritation/tearing and nausea,” according to the email. Professors were encouraged to move their classes online on Monday or email the Registrar to find another meeting place.
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On Wednesday, Feb. 4, the Women’s Studies Research Center hosted a community circle in collaboration with the Student Union. The focus of the event included a discussion of what colleges can do for students’ wellbeing, with special emphasis on student life at Brandeis. Led by the Dean of the School of Arts, Humanities and Culture, Harleen Singh (WGS), as well as author and Brandeis alum, Michelle Bowdler ’86, the event was an inviting space for students to share their experiences. Bowdler, also preparing for her 2026 book release, focused on the change in data regarding youth wellbeing in relation to current events — and is also looking for relevant insight from students.
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On Feb. 7, the class of 2026 gathered in the Faculty Club to celebrate 100 days until their graduation. The lively event featured catered food, a bar at which the seniors could get three free drinks and a live disc jockey.
